Thanks Dave, I did a little research and the model he has doesn't
have parts available any more (only Mk V's). I didn't want to buy
something that I couldn't get the parts for, regardless if it was a
good deal so I passed.
Space is by far the attraction for me. The garage is 20x20 and the
Healey and it's bits and pieces will always get the bulk of the
limited space. Unfortunately I can't expand up or out, and sheds are
forbidden by HOA, so it's either move or make due.
On Fri, Dec 26, 2008 at 2:07 PM, David C. <cavanadd@verizon.net> wrote:
> My two cents worth-
>
> Every time I look at Craigslist there seems to be a couple of Shopsmiths for
> sale for a few hundred bucks. I understand they haven't changed much since
> the 60s, and are well made machines. New ones are advertised on the
> Shopsmith site for around $3000. That tells me a lot right there.
>
> My problem with the Shopsmith is the same as with any combination tool, like
> the 3 in 1 metalworking lathe/mill/drill presses (which I DID have once).
> They do a lot of things, but not very well, and are always set up for what
> you don't need to do at the time, so you spend a lot of time changing the
> setup. In the meantime, any settings you may have had for the prior setup
> are lost. I understand another problem with the Shopsmith in particular is
> that they use a lot of proprietary parts and attachments that you have to
> buy from the factory. If Shopsmith goes out of business (which wouldn't
> surprise me), then you'll be stuck looking on Ebay for parts.
>
> A lot of people have made some very nice stuff using a Shopsmith, but I
> suspect there are a whole lot of them gathering dust because they are a PITA
> to set up and use. I suppose if you have a very limited budget and can find
> one cheap enough, and are really strapped for space, they would fill a need,
> but I prefer individual tools that do one thing well.
>
> Dave C
>
> Patton Dickson wrote:
>>
>> I found 1960 Shopsmith for sale w/standard attachments and manuals for
>> $125. I haven't gone to look at it yet, but it is allegedly in good
>> shape. I am not into woodwork outside of the occasional project, but
>> I can get rid of my tablesaw and have the ability to do more if I ever
>> get the desire. Any experiences or reccomendations.
>>
>> Thanks
>> Patton
>>
>
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Patton Dickson - http://Austin-Healeys.com - Plano, TX
1957 Austin-Healey 100-Six "Built to run 'til the road wears out."
1977 Newport '28
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