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Shopsmith Mark V Repair Options
Type Of Service We Provide
A. Give Your Shopsmith Mark V a Tune-Up! Only $79.95
Does your Shopsmith Mark V need a little TLC? We offer comprehensive headstock tune-up services for all models and years, from the classics built in 1953 to the latest models available today.
- Visual inspection of the headstock for any signs of wear or damage.
- Mechanical inspection to ensure smooth operation.
- Checking the condition of bearings and belts, crucial for optimal performance.
- Adjusting the speed controller for precise control.
- Cleaning and lubricating internal components to prevent future issues.
- Cleaning and lubricating the motor to maintain peak efficiency.
We’ll also email you a detailed status report outlining our findings and recommendations.
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Note: If we discover any additional repairs necessary during the tune-up, we’ll always contact you for approval before proceeding.
B. Restore Your Shopsmith Mark V to Peak Performance!
Only $179.95 + Parts.
Is your Shopsmith Mark V feeling sluggish or worn down? We offer complete headstock rebuilds to bring your machine back to original factory specifications, regardless of its condition. Whether it’s seen heavy use or been sitting idle for years, our comprehensive rebuild service will revitalize your Shopsmith.
The headstock rebuild process includes the following:
- Disassembly and Inspection: We meticulously disassemble your headstock, thoroughly inspecting each component for wear and tear.
- Bearing Replacement: In most cases, worn bearings are replaced to ensure smooth operation.
- Quill and Speed Controller Tune-Up: We adjust the quill return spring tension, inspect and replace speed controller parts as needed, and calibrate the speed dial for precise control.
- Electrical Safety Checks: We inspect the electrical components, including the cable, plug, and motor ground, ensuring safe operation.
- Motor and Drive System Maintenance: We clean and lubricate the motor, inspect and replace motor bearings if necessary, and check the drive sleeve assembly and belts for wear and replace them as needed.
- Detailed Adjustments: We meticulously clean and adjust the eccentric bushing, idler shaft (replacing it if worn), control sheave assembly (replacing it if required), and quadrant assembly (replacing it if needed). We also check the long key and speed control handle, replacing them if necessary.
- Performance Testing: We perform a comprehensive test run using 2×4 cutting and disc sanding to ensure optimal performance.
- Cleaning and Reporting: Your Shopsmith will be thoroughly cleaned and lubricated inside and out. We’ll also email you a detailed status report with pictures documenting the rebuild process.
Ready to breathe new life into your Shopsmith Mark V? Call us today at 505-349-3599 to schedule your rebuild or discuss your needs.
Shopsmith Headstock Rebuild Process Overview
Step 1. The rebuild process start with dismantling the headstock completely. Starting with the quill, then the main drive assembly, the sheave pulleys, the speed controller, the belts and all the other parts as shown in the pictures above.
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Step 2. All the parts go in a parts washer and cleaned thoroughly. Then each part get inspected for any damage or if it is found to be out of specs. it will be replaced with a genuine Shopsmith part. We only replace parts that must be replaced.
Step 3. Once all the parts inspection is complete, the headstock will then be re assembled. In the this step all adjustments and calibrations take place. When completed, a detailed testing of the unit operation get started including : speed controller operation test, quill spring tension and movement test, belts slipping test under different load conditions such as cutting and disk sanding. Temperature of the main drive bearings test and finally an electric volt/amp power test. See the headstock rebuild process check list above for a complete overview of items checked and replaced.
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