atthebeach
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My table saw from 1993 has recently died. The front trunnion casting is broken in two pieces. I've been searching the internet for a replacement part (422-19-095-2001) or a local donor machine without any luck.
Compounding the problem, the parts list in my manual lists a different part number than what is cast onto the broken part. Additionally, on the internet the 34-444 model is further identified as Type 1, 2, 3, or 4. My machine and manual make no reference to type, and none of those types include my part number.
One vintage parts supplier has told me that the front trunnion is the weak point on this saw so a replacement front trunnion is very rare. Therefore, I have started looking at new saws, but I am conflicted as to what to do with my old friend. The wife suggested taking it to the dump, but that just seems very wrong.
I suppose the motor and fairly new paddle switch should be put aside for future needs and the cast iron table top would be a handy assembly surface since it is flat, at a good height, and on a mobile base. But I'd be interested in what thoughts you all might have.
Compounding the problem, the parts list in my manual lists a different part number than what is cast onto the broken part. Additionally, on the internet the 34-444 model is further identified as Type 1, 2, 3, or 4. My machine and manual make no reference to type, and none of those types include my part number.
One vintage parts supplier has told me that the front trunnion is the weak point on this saw so a replacement front trunnion is very rare. Therefore, I have started looking at new saws, but I am conflicted as to what to do with my old friend. The wife suggested taking it to the dump, but that just seems very wrong.
I suppose the motor and fairly new paddle switch should be put aside for future needs and the cast iron table top would be a handy assembly surface since it is flat, at a good height, and on a mobile base. But I'd be interested in what thoughts you all might have.