So, I've been lurking on the GJ for several years now and while it has sparked an interest for vintage tools and outfitting my garage, I'd never been compelled to post until now. As with many, money is always tight so my sweet spot for tools is about $50 and under, but I of course really love the thrill of finding a freebie and that is what happened on Sunday.
On Sunday morning, I had to make a run to the landfill as I'd run out of daylight to make the run on Saturday. As I pull up to the drop-off point, I spot out of the corner of my eye, something a couple of stalls over that was just too good to be true. It was a vintage Delta Unisaw that someone had evidently dropped off only minutes before I got there. I quickly run over and ask the attendant what was going to happen to it. He tells me that if I can get it in my truck, it was mine. I proceed to empty my truck out as quickly as I can while keeping a close eye on it.
I asked the guy emptying his truck next to mine if he'd give me a hand loading the saw in my truck for $20 and he tells me, "hell I'll help you for free!" We get it in my truck and I'm on my way before anyone else can stop me.
It is no doubt a project but most everything is there including the original 1hp bullet motor. The only parts missing were the miter gauge, blade guard and the motor cover. I happen to have almost the same exact Delta miter gauge from a Delta Homecraft table saw I picked up off Craigslist several months ago (also for free).
While I really like my 60's Craftsman 100, I've been eyeing Unisaws for months on Craigslist, knowing full well though that they were well outside my price range. It was a blast finding one the way I did! Now that I've reached my freebie nirvana, maybe I should stop looking. On second thought.
I'll post updates on my restoration process.
On Sunday morning, I had to make a run to the landfill as I'd run out of daylight to make the run on Saturday. As I pull up to the drop-off point, I spot out of the corner of my eye, something a couple of stalls over that was just too good to be true. It was a vintage Delta Unisaw that someone had evidently dropped off only minutes before I got there. I quickly run over and ask the attendant what was going to happen to it. He tells me that if I can get it in my truck, it was mine. I proceed to empty my truck out as quickly as I can while keeping a close eye on it.
I asked the guy emptying his truck next to mine if he'd give me a hand loading the saw in my truck for $20 and he tells me, "hell I'll help you for free!" We get it in my truck and I'm on my way before anyone else can stop me.
It is no doubt a project but most everything is there including the original 1hp bullet motor. The only parts missing were the miter gauge, blade guard and the motor cover. I happen to have almost the same exact Delta miter gauge from a Delta Homecraft table saw I picked up off Craigslist several months ago (also for free).
While I really like my 60's Craftsman 100, I've been eyeing Unisaws for months on Craigslist, knowing full well though that they were well outside my price range. It was a blast finding one the way I did! Now that I've reached my freebie nirvana, maybe I should stop looking. On second thought.
I'll post updates on my restoration process.
Nice wish it was mine
On the wind-down though there was some vibration so the bearings will get replaced. Additionally, there is a bit of rust on the bottom of the motor though it really isn't visible when it is mounted on the saw. It's amazing how heavy this saw still is without the top or motor installed.
You sure do . . . Enjoy.