Gabriel Regalbuto
06-07-2008, 2:02 PM
I recently acquired a vintage Craftsman 6" jointer. Lots of cast iron, I'm hoping it will work out well. I have a couple of questions for those in the know...
What RPM should the cutter be spinning at? I have a 2" pulley on the Cutter, and the motor (1hp 3450rpm) has a very stubborn 4.5" pulley on it. I'm thinking that this is too fast.
Also, the fence adjustment leaves something to be desired. There is an eccentric pin that is used as a stop. It is very coarse, and as far as I can tell, I have to keep my hand on it, while I check the square and lock the adjustment with the other hand. I know older tools often lack finesse, but every time you move the fence? I'm hoping someone out there can tell me there's a better way.
What RPM should the cutter be spinning at? I have a 2" pulley on the Cutter, and the motor (1hp 3450rpm) has a very stubborn 4.5" pulley on it. I'm thinking that this is too fast.
Also, the fence adjustment leaves something to be desired. There is an eccentric pin that is used as a stop. It is very coarse, and as far as I can tell, I have to keep my hand on it, while I check the square and lock the adjustment with the other hand. I know older tools often lack finesse, but every time you move the fence? I'm hoping someone out there can tell me there's a better way.