Hi everyone!
I've got an old Delta 37-301 8" Potbelly jointer. The jointer does not have gibs or a bushing system to assist with outfeed table adjustment. It appears to be manufactured prior to an adjustment system design implementation by delta. The outfeed sags a good bit. I plan on making the outfeed coplanar to the infeed by shimming at the lower end of both dovetail ways on the outfeed side with brass shimstock.
Can anyone tell me if my plan is sound? Am I missing something here?
I also considered getting some accurate measurements and having the infeed milled/resurfaced to coplanar.
I can't imagine shimming is going to be an easy task, but if I have to throw a few things around the shop in frustration I'm okay with it as long as I'm working toward something that has potential to work.
Any advice/suggestions?
Thanks!