10-21-2018, 10:09 AM
Specifically, for a Delta 43-375 that I picked up at auction. Got it cleaned up, purchased a 3/4" spindle, and a box of carbide bits at an estate sale. Chucked one up and turned it on. A bit intimidating to say the least! Apparently the guard designed for the machine was the Safe Guard II which is a 4-1/2" dia piece of clear material of some kind with a 3/4" bearing in the middle that bolts on top of cutter. They are still available for about $100 but the guards that come with the new machines seem much more practical. It seems to me that it wouldn't be too hard to fabricate a cutter guard for this machine that could be fastened to the dust port thereby increasing it's efficiency. If anybody has tried that, I would appreciate the help. I'm still looking out for a reasonably priced power feeder. As I was warned, the spending is just beginning.
Papa Jim
Papa Jim
I had a good day. I used every tool I own!