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That B-10 is quite a find; I've been collecting Porter Cable tools since I started as a P.C./Delta repairman 16 years ago and have never seen a B-10 in person. I've managed to get these sanders, though. The 2" wide locomotive sander is an A-2 ( early ones are marked "2A"), and a very good...

The fences are from older Delta table saws, cut down to fit. -James Huston

I'm partial to Delta drill presses; I have three ( technically). In the woodworking area, I have a two head 17" gang drill with one 1939 head on the left, and a 1946 head on the right, set up for mortising. In the metalworking area, I have a 1937-ish 14" drill press for light duty, and a...

The sidesaddle box was a no-name aluminum unit my late uncle found in a crawlspace some years ago; I've welded in heavier hinges and added the front door ( and the '61 Ford emblem).

I have a similar chest that I use for my truck's tools; they're made by the architectural metal co. If I recall. James Huston

My bench is made from a section of workstation from the Hoover company, which was located down the street from where I work and was closed several years ago. I bought some items at auction, but this top was taken out of service in the early '50's, from what I understand. It's mounted on an...

New guy here; my main box is this amalgam, The top and intermediate box started out as the same box, but one was missing the lid; I trimmed it down to fit. I'm not sure if the Mac tag is original.The bottom box is an unknown make I purchased at a local ReStore for 3.00. The boxes are all...

It is now, classic boost. -James Huston

Hello, jdepiero.You have to love the Midwest; it's where all the iron is. -James Huston

Hi jd_1138, Your grandfather and my boss have similar views in drivetrains; my truck has an inline six (carbureted) and a new process four speed ( granny included) and transfer case, Dana 50 front axle and a Sterling 10:25 semi floating axle in the back. Not the most powerful engine in the...

I almost forgot; here's my shop's premier client in all her glory, -James Huston

Hi everyone, I've been lurking here the past few weeks, taking notes and ogling garages; I suppose it's time to join the ranks. I'm a power tool repairman in Canton, Ohio and I collect vintage Porter Cable power tools and stationary machines. My main shop is actually in my basement, but I am...