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Wood jointer info?

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Bud in NC

12-13-2006 15:32:23




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I was getting my truck inspected today when I noticed a 6" "Supreme" brand wood jointer rusting in the corner. Can't find any info on that brand. It looks like a Delta/ Craftsman/ etc - kinda like my father had - OLD.
I'm currently using a 4" Delta (borrowed from a neighbor) and I can see where I could *use* something larger....note that I didn't say I *need* something larger.....

The guy said he'd part with it for $100 - anyone here know that brand is worth it? Anyone know if cutters are available for it?

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Bud in NC

12-14-2006 03:53:55




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 Re: Wood jointer info? in reply to Bud in NC, 12-13-2006 15:32:23  
Thanks for the info, guys!
It is on a stand (not original), it's missing the cutter guard - (easy enough to make),got a replacement motor ready to install. The original motor fried.
I might let him sit on it for a while - he said he wasn't really wanting to sell it, but he'd take $100 for it - no room in his shop for it, anyway. It's one of those things you just find - I wasn't looking for a jointer but it was there so I had to ask! Thanks for the info!

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Rod in Smiths Falls, ON,

12-14-2006 20:17:41




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 Re: Wood jointer info? in reply to Bud in NC, 12-14-2006 03:53:55  
The default position on the missing guard is to use it without one, planning to make one sometime. This is not a good idea.

If it's missing the guard I would definitely not buy it. Why fabricate missing parts for something when lots of good used ones are available for prices in that ballpark which have the safety equipment intact?

Remember, the real risk with a jointer is when you are not in the shop, but someone else is, someone who might lay something on the table and accidentally turn the machine on.

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Bud in NC

12-15-2006 04:03:54




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 Re: Wood jointer info? in reply to Rod in Smiths Falls, ON, , 12-14-2006 20:17:41  
Good points! Think I'll pass on that jointer.

I have an advantage in my shop - no kids or grandkids connected to my name. Once in a while, a neighbor will stop by for me to do some welding for them but that's about it. Still - no point in buying a tool that's gotta have parts made before you can use it!



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Rod in Smiths Falls, ON,

12-13-2006 17:14:36




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 Re: Wood jointer info? in reply to Bud in NC, 12-13-2006 15:32:23  
100 bucks for a rusty six-inch jointer sounds a bit high, especially if it isn't a name brand model. A few years ago I picked up an 8" General with the rust already cleaned off it for $150.

You didn't mention if a stand, switch and motor come with the unit. If they do it's worth more. Without them it's basically scrap iron, though you may be able to make a good tool out of it.



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jackt

12-13-2006 16:56:00




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 Re: Wood jointer info? in reply to Bud in NC, 12-13-2006 15:32:23  
Bud, Here's a link to a site that has a very little bit of info on Supreme Woodworking Machinery. Sounds like there are very few around. That doesn't mean its a bad machine though. Bearings are usually generic items and knives shouldn't be a problem as many are interchangeable and it is possible to get new ones made. Important thing is to make sure all the parts--fence, guards, etc. are there and not broken beyond repair. The ways on many old jointers are often worn so take a long, very true straight edge with you and make sure the infeed and outfeed tables are ABSOLUTELY parallel to each other. If not, you'll never be able to joint a board straight unless you have the jointer tables reground for $$. If its sound and true then $100 is pretty cheap.

http://www.owwm.com/MfgIndex/detail.asp?ID=833

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Delta..John,PA

12-13-2006 15:45:40




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 Re: Wood jointer info? in reply to Bud in NC, 12-13-2006 15:32:23  
I have been us'N a Delta 4 in jointer for woodworking for the past 40 yrs. Just make the infeed and outfeed longer with wooden extensions.

Almost bought 6 or 8 in jointers over the years.
But I am satisfied with the old 4 in. Maybe your friend would let you have the 4 in. at the same price? Just a thought. John,PA



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