Unisaw restoration #2: Getting much closer

man , that looks brand new !
i can’t wait to have you using it too .

-- david ,new mexico ,allheart

Solid Gold Preservation! Nice work all around. It will probably cut like butter, thanks for sharing and enjoy working with this ageless beauty…Blkcherry

Very nice job. I’m filled with envy. I wish I had the space for a Unisaw. :(

dat’s a beauty!

-- When in doubt - There is no doubt - Go the safer route.

Good job you have a new saw now.
What is that oval cover of a different color made of.

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The saw is looking great.

I cant wait to hear the results when you start it up.

-- Whether You Think You Can or You Think You Can't, YOU ARE RIGHT!!!

GMman…If you are referring to the motor cover, which I think you are, it is cast iron. It weighs about 30# and is a pain to install alone. They were an option on the early unisaws and are kinda rare. Original ones sell for $300-$500 when you can find someone who wants to part with it, which isnt very often. I was scared I was gonna drop it and have little cast iron pieces all over the floor. I do have to remove it one more time to finish the wiring to the motor. With a little patience and some help next time I am sure all will be fine.

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Looks great Ken great restoration

-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon

Ken, that baby is looking great! What a big change from the first time I saw it in your shop, excellent work.

However, I was kinda of surprised at your choice of colors, I was expecting something more bold ;o)

-- "You get what you inspect, not what you expect"

Hey Pat…...Yeah I know I had other plans for the paint scheme. I wasnt able to find a good quality oil base in the colors I wanted and in small enough quantities. Oh well, I think it still looks pretty good.

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I’m curious to see how the UHMW works for a zero clearance insert. That stuff can really grow with heat and I wonder once the kerf is cut how much friction there would be, shouldn’t be any unless its a hot day and the sun shines on it.

Nice job on restoring it, I’m envious still trying to find one in my price range.

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mranum….So far the insert has held up well. I have only used it on one project. I dont know if I will continue to make them or switch to ply or mdf. I had it on hand and wanted to give it a try.

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