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If the other one has a aluminum dash, then it's a 1966. That was the only year they put them on the tractors. To be correct, it should also have the aluminum head light trim bezel as well. Does it have the narrow rims as well? That was much rarer to find on them. If it were me, I would look...

Thanks, I love this era Massey. I do wish they were a little more set up as far hydro or electric lifts standard, rather than a super rare add on. But, I simply LOVE the looks of these tractors! I do want to point out that this body design was only build from 1966 to 1974, so you are off a...

Just a little more antique fodder for y'all. I posted these in another thread, but thought I would add them to my garage profile here. Again, going back to the tools bought from the lady mentioned in the start of the thread, these are the blades that went with the table saw I bought. There...

PS.... I was just looking for the "Safe-Saw" info and found this.... http://www.antiquesnavigator.com/d-416669/vintage-craftsman-safe-saw-carbide-table-saw-blade.html Not going to get rich with the blade though... LOL

No problem, it would be on the low side. Just remember, the motor on these saws stick out the back, so a small out-feed will help keep you away from the open belt, and span the gap to your table. On that metal face I used a very mild polish called "Simichrome". It's a German made product...

Awesome deal on the tools! I heartily agree, bolt both saws into one unit. What I would do is to use one of the thin extensions in the middle between the two saws, and one wide one on each end. I would also look at drilling a hole, in one of the end extensions to mount a router. With this...

I am with you, the drywall is the way to go, and is killer with the "extra bonus" of plywood under there. Man, just think.... EVERYWHERE you want to mount something, you will hit solid wood! For the heater, I am pretty sure they make a special board for wood stoves that should work.

I was born and raised in New England myself, my Dad was also from New England. Mom is a true Southner and dang proud of it. So, I have to claim my roots here in New England, I grew up as a Masshole and escaped to Connecticut almost 10 years ago. Yet, Mama was there to teach us the finer...

Nice job! I am loving those cabinets built into the new "closet". I can just see a shop computer in the center, and you have the perfect spot for a "collectors display" of some nice old tools in those glass door sides. Some nice hand planes, hand saws, brace drills, etc... not to expensive to...

Most of my planes were fairly rough when I bought them so I did more cleaning than many would like. FWIW, many of my methods even I, would not use on something rare like say the coveted No.1 plane. Some of mine were carefully sandblasted to remove any rust and japaning. Then the sides were...

FWIW, I would not even try gluing these up until you can run them through a planer. I have done this on a smaller scale, and it is not as easy as you think. I would work in small "batches" to glue up boards, and then glue them into a bench. Really watch the grain and make sure you get it in...

Thanks for the nice words, I really enjoy sharing them! I come from an auto body background which may explain why I must refurb the tools and make them look so nice! For the clamps, I am not sure who made them, but they are all cast iron and printed "Made in the USA" on the handle. Other than...

I know... I work mainly in Worcester and love to scope out the old mills and life of the by-gone era. In Worcester, a lot of the old mills and brick buildings are getting a new lease on life, granted as condo's... but still better than tearing down these wonderful brick mills and slapping up a...

I found some paint designs for the exterior of the garage though... Which one do you think will look the best on a blue exterior? :spit:

Yea, we are seriously spoiled here in New England, the meca of vintage tool production. So many of the companies that made these great tools were produced right next door. In fact, one day while driving around for work, I took a swing by the mill area to see if I could find the building that...

Wow... just wow! Awesome looking shop, I can't wait to see it finished.

We are up in the Northeastern corner of the tri-state area.

Dave, I would love to visit the 1950's Craftsman Garage... but it's a long drive from Connecticut! As far as the shop, I really want to get the stuff finished and useable. That, and I want to finish the shop itself up and make it look really nice. You know, doors on the cabinets... paint on...

Last photos for tonight... I promise! I just want to show that I do more than just restore tools in my shop! I do really USE the shop too... This is my Troy-Bilt Horse roto-tiller. My dad bought this flagship model back in 1981 and we used it to garden for years. Well, time passed, the...

Again, thanks for the kind words! It's a great feeling to use a tool that is twice as old as you are! Just a few more for today. Here are my cordless drills... We have all seen the old braces (that is the name of this style drill) It's easy to find really good ones like this 1905 Miller's...