A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it appears
the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd even
like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder. I'd
prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and all.
I've done some google searching but so far everything is too big.
`Casper
"Swingman" wrote:
----------------------------------------
> The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander
> just escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The
> replacement motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP
> single phase, retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of
> $279 (for anyone wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta
> product), so I'm in a quandry ... what to do?
-------------------------------------------
Get specs from motor:
Frame size, RPM, Voltage, TEFC or DP, Split Phase or cap start, etc,
then get price from local Grainger.
If replacement motor cost is 60+% of new machine, then hello new
machine and donate remains to Goodwill.
Lew
Nonny wrote:
>
> "Casper" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>
>> A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it appears
>> the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd even
>> like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder. I'd
>> prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and all.
>> I've done some google searching but so far everything is too big.
>> `Casper
>
>
> Consider taking the motor to a shop and having it rebuilt. While
> rebuilding is normally reserved for the more expensive motors, it might
> make sense for a "antique" motor as well. In fact, it's usually easier
> to rebuild an old timer than the new stuff.
>
With the typical size drill press motor and the inexpensive replacement
cost I'd tend to think the OP would have a very difficult time finding a
motor repair shop willing to do the work. I've found the motor shops in
my area unwilling to repair anything under 2HP.
--
Jack Novak
Buffalo, NY - USA
[email protected]
"Swingman" wrote
>
> The motor arrived this afternoon via UPS. Brand new, General Electric,
> from all appearances it had been in the box a loooong time (newspaper
> wrapping dated June 2000).
>
> Took a couple of hours to get that puppy up and purring, and only one trip
> to the hardware store (two plastic machine screws used to space a shaft in
> a housing disintegrated upon removal ... luckily I found the thread match
> in a nylon machine screw at the hardware store that will hopefully server
> the same purpose over the long haul)
>
> If you could have heard the noise it made before the heart surgery, you
> wouldn't believe the difference. Check it out:
>
> http://picasaweb.google.com/karlcaillouet/BOSSMotorReplacement#
>
> --
Well, that is the responsibility of being a good parent to your tools. You
have to take care of them when they are sick.
Ya did good papa.
"Swingman" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander just
> escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The replacement
> motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP single phase,
> retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of $279 (for anyone
> wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta product), so I'm in a
> quandry ... what to do?
Good repairs shops can replace the smoke for about half the price of a new
motor. May be worth a phone call, but a lot of small motors are
disposable.
Delta 14" band saw ended up with a Grizzly model based
I would appreciate knowing more about the motor you got from Grizzly
(Adams? ;) as I am looking to replace the one on my Delta 14" Band
Saw.
What HP did you get? I am thinking to go with a 1-1.5 HP replacement.
What Model number did you choose, please. And was it a direct bolt up
fit?
Thanks
PS a reply to author would be appreciated.
Swingman said:
>Greg G. wrote:
>> Swingman said:
>>
>>> The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander just
>>> escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The replacement
>>> motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP single phase,
>>> retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of $279 (for anyone
>>> wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta product), so I'm in a
>>> quandry ... what to do?
>>
>> Swing,
>>
>> Check here, they have your motor listed for $50.
>> http://compare.ebay.com/like/360186014753?ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar
>
>$62 with shipping is worth a shot. Gotta get my paypal account
>replenished today and I'm going to go for it.
>
>My BOSS, a gift from SWMBO from a garage sale a few years back, has been
> one of those tools that when you need it there is nothing else that
>will work as well, and I do a lot of curved aprons and rails, where it
>really shines for making the necessary jigs.
It IS a handy little bugger, and the induction motor is fairly quiet.
Wish the top tilted, but for what it cost on closeout, I'm not
complaining.
Curious what were you doing with it when it failed, so that I can
avoid that scenario? Decent induction motors aren't supposed to
flame-out for no reason. Was it the actual motor windings or the cap?
>Thanks again, Greg ... that's a helluva ebay seller for Delta owners
>needing parts ... wonders never cease.
They probably bought all the Delta parts stock dumped by B&D. After
all, you can't sell new imported red crap while people are still
fixing the old blue imported crap. One of the reasons I bought Delta
at all was that you could call and get a part for a 20 year old
machine. Now I'm worried...
Greg G.
On 11/17/2009 5:55 PM jo4hn spake thus:
> When the motor on my Delta 14" bandsaw rolled over on its back with its
> little feet in the air [...]
... and little cartoon Xs on its eyes?
--
I am a Canadian who was born and raised in The Netherlands. I live on
Planet Earth on a spot of land called Canada. We have noisy neighbours.
- harvested from Usenet
Swingman wrote:
> J. Clarke wrote:
>> Leon wrote:
>>> "Casper" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>> news:[email protected]...
>>>> A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it
>>>> appears the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors?
>>>> I'd even like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or
>>>> grinder. I'd prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the
>>>> wheels and all. I've done some google searching but so far
>>>> everything is too big. `Casper
>>> Yellow pages, electric motors.
>>
>> If an electric motor repair shop can't fix it for a reasonable price,
>> then I'd try Harbor Fright, Grizzly, McMaster, and Grainger.
>>
>> If that fails, go to http://www.baldor.com and find the model you need
>> then check "where to buy" for a distributer.
>>
>> Warning--you can probably get a new drill press for the price of a
>> Baldor motor.
>
> The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander just
> escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The replacement
> motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP single phase,
> retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of $279 (for anyone
> wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta product), so I'm in a
> quandry ... what to do?
>
When the motor on my Delta 14" bandsaw rolled over on its back with its
little feet in the air, I did a fair amount of research and ended up
with a Grizzly model based mainly on price and my satisfaction with the
company. Wired it up for 240 and replaced the plug. I have but a few
months of sporadic use on it, but so far I am happy.
woof,
jo4hn
"Casper" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
>A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it appears
> the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd even
> like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder. I'd
> prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and all.
> I've done some google searching but so far everything is too big.
> `Casper
Not sure why you're not finding any appropriately sized motors. Maybe your
search criteria? Any decent motor shop in your area should be able to hook
you up, as can Grangers. As well, there must be a thousand places from ebay
to suzie's motor sales on the net. Look at the nameplate from the original
motor and you'll get the fame spec. Just look for one with the same spec
and same HP spec.
--
-Mike-
[email protected]
Swingman said:
>The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander just
>escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The replacement
>motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP single phase,
>retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of $279 (for anyone
>wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta product), so I'm in a
>quandry ... what to do?
Swing,
Check here, they have your motor listed for $50.
http://compare.ebay.com/like/360186014753?ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar
Greg G.
J. Clarke wrote:
> Leon wrote:
>> "Casper" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>> news:[email protected]...
>>> A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it
>>> appears the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors?
>>> I'd even like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or
>>> grinder. I'd prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the
>>> wheels and all. I've done some google searching but so far
>>> everything is too big. `Casper
>> Yellow pages, electric motors.
>
> If an electric motor repair shop can't fix it for a reasonable price, then
> I'd try Harbor Fright, Grizzly, McMaster, and Grainger.
>
> If that fails, go to http://www.baldor.com and find the model you need then
> check "where to buy" for a distributer.
>
> Warning--you can probably get a new drill press for the price of a Baldor
> motor.
The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander just
escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The replacement
motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP single phase,
retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of $279 (for anyone
wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta product), so I'm in a
quandry ... what to do?
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KarlC@ (the obvious)
Hoosierpopi wrote:
> Delta 14" band saw ended up with a Grizzly model based
>
> I would appreciate knowing more about the motor you got from Grizzly
> (Adams? ;) as I am looking to replace the one on my Delta 14" Band
> Saw.
>
> What HP did you get? I am thinking to go with a 1-1.5 HP replacement.
>
> What Model number did you choose, please. And was it a direct bolt up
> fit?
>
> Thanks
>
> PS a reply to author would be appreciated.
See http://www.grizzly.com/products/g2532. This is a 1HP model although
they have larger HP models of the same type. It is a NEMA 56 frame
which is very common (same frame as the original motor). It is
essentially a bolt up with some minor fiddling and a minimum number of
bad words used.
Free advice and worth every penny but I am happy with it.
jo4hn
Swingman said:
>...
>The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander just
>escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The replacement
>motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP single phase,
>retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of $279 (for anyone
>wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta product), so I'm in a
>quandry ... what to do?
Man, I do NOT want to hear that. I have one also, bought when the
local dealers dropped Delta during the B&D assimilation - for $125
w/the drum kit. Am generally satisfied with it, but thought that the
osc mech would be the first to give it up. As for parts being
discontinued, WTF, I just saw it being sold online. Those Chinese
motors/switches/pot metal/bearings/etc just ain't holding up...
Greg G.
On Nov 17, 1:55=A0pm, Casper <[email protected]> wrote:
Where can I find replacement motors?
Grainger dot com
Swingman wrote:
> Greg G. wrote:
>> Swingman said:
>>
>>> The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander
>>> just escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The replacement
>>> motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP single phase,
>>> retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of $279 (for
>>> anyone wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta product),
>>> so I'm in a quandry ... what to do?
>>
>> Swing,
>>
>> Check here, they have your motor listed for $50.
>> http://compare.ebay.com/like/360186014753?ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar
>>
>
> $62 with shipping is worth a shot. Gotta get my paypal account
> replenished today and I'm going to go for it.
>
> My BOSS, a gift from SWMBO from a garage sale a few years back, has been
> one of those tools that when you need it there is nothing else that
> will work as well, and I do a lot of curved aprons and rails, where it
> really shines for making the necessary jigs.
>
> Thanks again, Greg ... that's a helluva ebay seller for Delta owners
> needing parts ... wonders never cease.
Actually, it turned out more like $56 with shipping.
The motor arrived this afternoon via UPS. Brand new, General Electric,
from all appearances it had been in the box a loooong time (newspaper
wrapping dated June 2000).
Took a couple of hours to get that puppy up and purring, and only one
trip to the hardware store (two plastic machine screws used to space a
shaft in a housing disintegrated upon removal ... luckily I found the
thread match in a nylon machine screw at the hardware store that will
hopefully server the same purpose over the long haul)
If you could have heard the noise it made before the heart surgery, you
wouldn't believe the difference. Check it out:
http://picasaweb.google.com/karlcaillouet/BOSSMotorReplacement#
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KarlC@ (the obvious)
As it turns out, the motor works fine. The motor just had some loose
wiring and needed a bit of cleaning from sitting so long. My friend
also apparently didn't know the wall outlet was never really hooked
up, wires just sitting in there capped. Once we got all that done, the
drill press ran fine. Now he wants to build a clamp and a couple of
jigs but has no saw so it's going to be fun.
I'm now poking around myself looking for a second hand motor that I
can set up to do some sanding and maybe grinding. Btw .. doesn't
appear to be any repair shops around here anymore. At least not within
50 miles. Don't know about you but I'm growing tired of the disposable
world.
Thanks!
`Casper
>A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it appears
>the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd even
>like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder. I'd
>prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and all.
>I've done some google searching but so far everything is too big.
>`Casper
"Casper" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it
> appears
> the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd
> even
> like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder.
> I'd
> prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and
> all.
> I've done some google searching but so far everything is too
> big.
> `Casper
Consider taking the motor to a shop and having it rebuilt. While
rebuilding is normally reserved for the more expensive motors, it
might make sense for a "antique" motor as well. In fact, it's
usually easier to rebuild an old timer than the new stuff.
--
Nonny
What does it mean when drool runs
out of both sides of a drunken
Congressman's mouth?
The floor is level.
Lee Michaels wrote:
> "Swingman" wrote
>> The motor arrived this afternoon via UPS. Brand new, General Electric,
>> from all appearances it had been in the box a loooong time (newspaper
>> wrapping dated June 2000).
>>
>> Took a couple of hours to get that puppy up and purring, and only one trip
>> to the hardware store (two plastic machine screws used to space a shaft in
>> a housing disintegrated upon removal ... luckily I found the thread match
>> in a nylon machine screw at the hardware store that will hopefully server
>> the same purpose over the long haul)
>>
>> If you could have heard the noise it made before the heart surgery, you
>> wouldn't believe the difference. Check it out:
>>
>> http://picasaweb.google.com/karlcaillouet/BOSSMotorReplacement#
>>
>> --
> Well, that is the responsibility of being a good parent to your tools. You
> have to take care of them when they are sick.
>
> Ya did good papa.
Thank you!
You know, I bought $2500 worth of Festool last week, and the most
important/satisfying thing I've done recently was to resurrect that $289
retail tool for $56 ... go figure.
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KarlC@ (the obvious)
Lew Hodgett said:
>
>"Swingman" wrote:
>----------------------------------------
>> The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander
>> just escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The
>> replacement motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP
>> single phase, retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of
>> $279 (for anyone wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta
>> product), so I'm in a quandry ... what to do?
>-------------------------------------------
>
>Get specs from motor:
>Frame size, RPM, Voltage, TEFC or DP, Split Phase or cap start, etc,
>then get price from local Grainger.
Problem with Delta motors is that they often are not standard frame
motors, but have proprietary mounts, oddball sizes, and such.
Greg G.
Leon wrote:
> "Casper" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>> A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it
>> appears the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors?
>> I'd even like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or
>> grinder. I'd prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the
>> wheels and all. I've done some google searching but so far
>> everything is too big. `Casper
>
> Yellow pages, electric motors.
If an electric motor repair shop can't fix it for a reasonable price, then
I'd try Harbor Fright, Grizzly, McMaster, and Grainger.
If that fails, go to http://www.baldor.com and find the model you need then
check "where to buy" for a distributer.
Warning--you can probably get a new drill press for the price of a Baldor
motor.
Nonny wrote:
> "Casper" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>> A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it
>> appears
>> the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd
>> even
>> like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder.
>> I'd
>> prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and
>> all.
>> I've done some google searching but so far everything is too
>> big.
>> `Casper
>
> Consider taking the motor to a shop and having it rebuilt. While
> rebuilding is normally reserved for the more expensive motors, it
> might make sense for a "antique" motor as well. In fact, it's
> usually easier to rebuild an old timer than the new stuff.
Something I neglected to mention--it's _always_ worth checking Sears parts
ordering.
Greg G. wrote:
> Swingman said:
>
>> The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander just
>> escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The replacement
>> motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP single phase,
>> retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of $279 (for anyone
>> wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta product), so I'm in a
>> quandry ... what to do?
>
> Swing,
>
> Check here, they have your motor listed for $50.
> http://compare.ebay.com/like/360186014753?ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar
$62 with shipping is worth a shot. Gotta get my paypal account
replenished today and I'm going to go for it.
My BOSS, a gift from SWMBO from a garage sale a few years back, has been
one of those tools that when you need it there is nothing else that
will work as well, and I do a lot of curved aprons and rails, where it
really shines for making the necessary jigs.
Thanks again, Greg ... that's a helluva ebay seller for Delta owners
needing parts ... wonders never cease.
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KarlC@ (the obvious)
On Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:55:41 -0500, Casper <[email protected]>
wrote:
>A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it appears
>the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd even
>like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder. I'd
>prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and all.
>I've done some google searching but so far everything is too big.
>`Casper
Surpluscenter.com has a large selection of motors from fractional
horsepower to 100+ hp at fairly reasonable prices. regards, Joe.
"Casper" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
>A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it appears
> the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd even
> like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder. I'd
> prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and all.
> I've done some google searching but so far everything is too big.
> `Casper
Yellow pages, electric motors.
Casper said:
>A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it appears
>the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd even
>like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder. I'd
>prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and all.
>I've done some google searching but so far everything is too big.
I'd check the contactors and cap, if present, before condemning the
motor as dysfunctional. Also wiring, power switch, etc. Never jump
to conclusions that will needlessly cost you money. Motor windings are
pretty durable unless overloaded or immersed. Bearings, capacitors,
and mechanical switches not so much.
Greg G.
On Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:09:23 -0600, the infamous Swingman
<[email protected]> scrawled the following:
>J. Clarke wrote:
>> Leon wrote:
>>> "Casper" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>> news:[email protected]...
>>>> A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it
>>>> appears the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors?
>>>> I'd even like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or
>>>> grinder. I'd prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the
>>>> wheels and all. I've done some google searching but so far
>>>> everything is too big. `Casper
>>> Yellow pages, electric motors.
>>
>> If an electric motor repair shop can't fix it for a reasonable price, then
>> I'd try Harbor Fright, Grizzly, McMaster, and Grainger.
>>
>> If that fails, go to http://www.baldor.com and find the model you need then
>> check "where to buy" for a distributer.
>>
>> Warning--you can probably get a new drill press for the price of a Baldor
>> motor.
>
>The smoke in the motor on my Delta BOSS oscillating spindle sander just
>escaped so I'm looking for a replacement myself. The replacement
>motor(discontinued)on Delta's service website, a 1/4HP single phase,
>retails for US$195 ... the BOSS has a retail price of $279 (for anyone
>wanting to take the chance on a 21st century Delta product), so I'm in a
>quandry ... what to do?
www.HarborFreight.com is always there. I had only a single loss of
one of the Chiwanese motors, and it -wasn't- from HF. You can replace
the whole sander for less than half the price of a Baldor.
http://fwd4.me/4q5 for the Boss-sized grubber, or http://fwd4.me/4q2
for the larger model.
!he bonus is that all products are now made in China, so you won't be
downgrading by going with something other than Delat, er, Deltuh!
--
When we are planning for posterity,
we ought to remember that virtue is not hereditary.
-- Thomas Paine
On Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:55:41 -0500, Casper <[email protected]>
wrote:
>A friend acquired an old Craftsman (1940's) drill press but it appears
>the motor may be shot. Where can I find replacement motors? I'd even
>like to get one or two to use as a buffer, sander or grinder. I'd
>prefer not to buy a preset grinder only to remove the wheels and all.
>I've done some google searching but so far everything is too big.
>`Casper
You might try posting in the BOYD forum on OWWM.org if your looking
for a vintage replacement.
Mike O.