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I need to replace one of the eye guard lenses on a pedestal grinder I just acquired. I've done all the basic web searching and come up dry. Does anyone know of a possible source for such a thing? McMaster-Carr wants $72 for a sheet of wired glass in this size, which seems preposterously dear...

Does anyone have the vaguest idea what a fair price for a Duro 3022 metal-cutting bandsaw might be? I've got a line on one that's in decent shape. It's a four speed saw and dates from the 50's as best I can tell. Construction is all cast except for the base, which is steel. I'm clueless...

Hi, folks, I'm looking for a pair of these for my mid-50s vintage BP mill. I don't much care about the cosmetics, save that they be straight and mechanically sound. If you have such a thing, or can point me to a source, I will be much obliged if you contact me. I am aware of the modern...

Hi, all, I recently acquired a set of Snap-On ratcheting screwdrivers, and I want to put together an ultimate (for me) set. I have no need for security bits. My interests are in maintaining my '77 F-150 Ranger XLT and in restoring/operating my vintage wood and metal working machines. I'm...

I'm starting my search for an 8"-10" indexing rotary vise. I can spend around $700. Any suggestions as to what to look for? Any considerations that I ought to keep in mind? This is for a Bridgeport J-head. I'd prefer to buy used. Many thanks! Chandos

It will really kick your ***. Moved this mill 35 feet the day before yesterday, using pipe rollers and a 4 foot pry bar. Had to rotate the mill 90 degrees to start, negotiate one right angle turn, and back it into the corner. Whew! The 1" pipe rollers are beat to dickens. This quick and...

Hi, all, I realize how great are the variations in prices across the country, but can anyone give me some idea what I should expect to pay for a 36"x72" sheet of .5" steel plate. There's light surface rust, but no pitting. I'm thinking of building a welding table, but want to guesstimate the...

Moderator, if this is in the wrong place, be free to move it. Is there anyone in the Tidewater region of Virginia (Norfolk, Portsmouth, Newport News or Gloucester) who can offer any aid or advice in regard to moving a BP milling machine from Portsmouth to Gloucester? The weight of the thing is...

Dragged home a 60gal Securall safety cabinet the other day to store solvents and other combustibles. The thing is new, but shows shipping rash. I bought it surplus. For the jollies, I dropped Securall a note asking whether touch up paint (red) were available. Their customer support was...

Hi, Folks, I have an opportunity to acquire 3 new/surplus 9-drawer Vidmar tool cabinets. The owner's not interested in giving them away, but there's room for negotiation. If you needed such things, what would all of you consider a "fair" offer for them. In my region, these things rarely...

Hi, Folks, I'm going to pick up this 5" beast in the AM. Does any one have any suggestions regarding replacement jaws for this vise? The Gressel website is daunting, to put it mildly. Many thanks! CHandos

First-time post here, though I've thoroughly enjoyed lurking around the various fora. I have an opportunity to acquire a Quincy PLT-5 compressor. It's about nine years old. I have searched extensively, but I've been unable to locate any specific user reviews of this unit. As I gather, the...