Need Source for Shims for PM 66 Table Saw Alignment

[Herb Berger]

I am restoring an old PM 66 Table Saw. After much work I am in the process of re-assembly. I am now mounting the cast iorn table extensions. It is very evident I will need shims to level the tables. (The extensions sag or drop away from the main table when bolted fast to the main table.) I do not know where to purchase shims and frankly I am not sure what to ask for. Any direction anyone could give me would be deeply appreciated.
Thanks
Treadcutter

[Cary Falk]

I cut up a Aluminum pob/beer can. Quick and cheep.

[Steve Clardy]

I cut up a Aluminum pob/beer can. Quick and cheep.

Yep. Works well.


Auto parts store's carry shim stock.

[Richard Wolf]

I think Powermatic used wheel alignment shims.

Richard

[mickey cassiba]

Feeler gauge sets are very inexpensive and easily cut...with the added advantage of knowing just how much you added. I've used them on industrials as well as home workshop tools.

[Herb Berger]

Thanks for the help. Beer cans I have!!!!

[Brent Smith]

Hi Herb,

Just in case you need something other than a beer can thickness, Lee Valley sells a selection of shim stock.

[Jason White]

Aluminum foil works great. Nice and thin. Need it thicker? Just fold it over.

Jason


I am restoring an old PM 66 Table Saw. After much work I am in the process of re-assembly. I am now mounting the cast iorn table extensions. It is very evident I will need shims to level the tables. (The extensions sag or drop away from the main table when bolted fast to the main table.) I do not know where to purchase shims and frankly I am not sure what to ask for. Any direction anyone could give me would be deeply appreciated.
Thanks
Treadcutter

[glenn bradley]

I use foil HVAC tape. A little thinner than a beer can, a little thicker than foil. Best of all it stays put while you wrestle with the wing ;-)