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WHY CHOOSE US?

  • Tune-Up Just $79.95 the lowest price in the country.

  • 10% Discount for veterans or seniors 60 years and older. 

  • We use 100% Genuine Shopsmith parts. 

  • We ship with FedEx insured ground shipping.

  • Fast turn-around repair time from any state.

  • 100% Satisfaction guarantee on all repairs.

  • Proprietary high performance repair system
    developed by retired NASA engineer.

Type Of Service We Provide
Shopsmith Mark V Repair Options

A. Shopsmith Mark V Headstock Tune-up Only $79 The lowest price in the country.

Shopsmith Mark V headstock, any model, any age from 1953 to current. I will check your Shopsmith headstock thoroughly and contact you with a quote for your approval BEFORE starting any repair. No Surprises!

A headstock tune-up includes the following:

  • Visual inspection.
  • Mechanical inspection.
  • Check bearings and belts.
  • Adjust speed controller.
  • Clean & lubricate internal components.
  • Clean & lubricate the motor.
  • I will email you a complete status report.
  • Cost: Just $79 plus shipping
  • To Schedule Repair Service Click Here
  • Call 505 349-3599 if you have any questions.

Note: If there are any additional repairs necessary, I will contact you before proceeding with any repairs.

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B. Shopsmith Mark V Headstock Rebuild Only $175 Plus Parts.The lowest price in country. We checked. But you are welcome to shop around.

Whether your machine is well-used or stiff from lack of use, I can completely rebuild your Shopsmith to original factory specifications. I follow engineering measurements principles to thoroughly inspect and repair or replace each part of the headstock. No shortcuts here.  Simply when done your machine will run quieter and stronger guaranteed. See the repair check list below:

  • Remove the quill and inspect the bearing(s)
    in most cases they need to be replaced.
  • Check the quill return spring tension & set it to specs.
  • Inspect the speed controller parts and replace as needed.
  • Set the speed dial to starting speed of 650-700 RPM.
  • Test on/off Switch and replace if needed.
  • Inspect the electrical cable and plug.
  • Test the unit electrical ground for proper operation.
  • Inspect the motor bearings & wingdings for signs of discoloration.
  • Clean the motor and lubricate the motor sheave pulley.
  • Remove drive sleeve assembly and check bearings
    clean thoroughly and replace the bearings if needed.
  • Inspect the belts for size, cracking, glazing or
    fraying and replace as needed.
  • Clean and adjust the eccentric bushing.
  • Check the Idler shaft for wear, replace if needed.
  • Inspect control sheave assembly, replace if required.
  • Replace any missing Allen set screws and fasteners.
  • Check quadrant assembly and replace if needed.
  • Check the Long key for corrosion or damage.
  • Replace Speed control handle if necessary.
  • Do a complete 2×4 cut and disk sanding test.
  • The unit will be cleaned and lubricated inside and out.
  • I will email you a complete status report with pictures.
  • Cost: $175.00 plus parts
  • To Schedule Repair Service Click Here
  • Call 505 349-3599 if you have any questions.
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Testimonials

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Looks great and runs great! Hi Alex, received my headstock and installed it yesterday, looks great and runs great. Thanks for a great job ....

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More Shopsmith Repair = More Friends Ed and his wife drove from Missouri in their way to visit his Vietnam veteran friend in CA. He…read more

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Shopsmith Repair Feedback Hi Alex, Received my headstock the other day. Reinstalled it and was very pleased with how quiet and smooth it ran. Looks…read more

Mike C.
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Thank you for our conversation concerning the repair work on the headpiece . It was a pleasurable thing not to have to talk to a…read more

Cliff

Five Stars, fast turn around time. Sorry for my late review. Turn around time from shipping headstock to having it returned was awesome. I've used…read more

Gerald L.
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Hi Alex, my apologies for not getting back to you to thank you for rebuilding my head stock.  I did receive it back, of course,…read more

Bill Coady
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Hello, Alex. This is Jim from beautiful downtown Denver, Colorado on this beautiful Wednesday afternoon just got thought I'd call and say thank you for…read more

Jim M.
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You did a marvelous job! Alex, sorry for the delay-busy with my project. As soon as I received the parcel, I put it together, switched…read more

Al Ishikawa
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Alex: Received my unit on Wednesday of last week and am very pleased with your work. The unit just purrs like a sewing machine.  Further…read more

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It runs smooth Alx the shop smith runs Smooth , it runs great After you rebuilt it and l Would tell others about What a…read more

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A Bit About Me

I am a NASA electrical engineer. I retired a few years ago and moved to the Albuquerque, NM area. In my spare time I have been repairing and servicing Shopsmith for over 20 years.  Now I am doing it full time in my new shop. Whether it is a Shopsmith Mark V or Shopsmith Power Pro headstock, I can fix it and save you money in the process. Shopsmith is a great woodworking tool and it is built to last. All it needs is the right precise adjustment and it can run forever.  Give me a call and see for yourself. You can be assured that you will get:

  • Straight talk, good old-fashioned customer service.
  • I respond to every email or phone call.
  • Attention to detail using engineering specifications.
  • I use original genuine Shopsmith replacement parts.
  • Fast turn around repair time.
  • Ask me about pre owned Shopsmith replacement parts and accessories.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or comments. No obligation.

I don’t just fix Shopsmith. I actually have one and I use it often to build things. I built this gate as a gift for my neighbor, Joyce B., for her husband’s 75th birthday.

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