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dmreasons wrote:
The Yates American J170, in even fair condition, is worth $ 250.00.The base supporting the head and tailstock can easily be detached, leaving just three pieces to deal with. The banjo,toolrest and tailstock support are not heavy. In removing the bed at the headstock you will discover two locating pins that enable a perfect re-alignment of the bed assembly and centerline adjustment. The quill in the tailstock works in reverse of most lathes. Unless absolutley necessary, do not remove the motor or variable sheave mechanism. The motors that accompanied the J 170 were typically 1/2 HP three phase. One downside is the spindle is 1 1/8" x 8 TPI, which is not real popular. I have had, and modified three of these to date. If interested just email me and I'll send some pics that show riser blocks and motor repositioning. hi i just got a used j170 it has a 3ph 1/2 hp motor and i don't have three phase, from what i read the static ph converters reduce the hp by 1/3 is there and easy 1 ph motor i can put in this great old machine? what hp? has anyone done this? it would be great if someone can rec.a replacement motor -- |
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