Craftsman Shaper Model # 113.23930

I have a similar model, and the 1/2HP does leave a little to be desired. Some 3/4HP motors will bolt onto the
mounting plate with no problem, but if you want to go to 1HP or bigger, you will probably need to make a
mounting plate adapter.

-- As ever, Gus-the 74 yr young apprentice carpenter

I had that same shaper for a short while. The FIRST thing you should do is ensure the pully is well secured to the machine’s spindle. I failed to do this and the pulley became loose and gooned-up the spindle. It never did work quite right after that.

Otherwise, that machine appears to be in OK shape. Restoring it should require minimal effort.

I too have that one, in the process of restoration to regular use. We have found, shopping cutters, the 1/2” spindle quite limiting, but at the same time that’s probably in tune with the 1/2 hp.

I think the table on the Craftsman is bigger than on a lot of these little guys, and that can be a real nice thing.

You other owners, is there any virtue in a link belt on these?

Kindly,

Lee

-- "...in his brain, which is as dry as the remainder biscuit after a voyage, he hath strange places cramm'd with observation, the which he vents in mangled forms." --Shakespeare, "As You Like It"

Just a moment here to share how I solved the dust port challenge on the Craftsman. These are downspout parts.

Kindly,

Lee

-- "...in his brain, which is as dry as the remainder biscuit after a voyage, he hath strange places cramm'd with observation, the which he vents in mangled forms." --Shakespeare, "As You Like It"

Have you tried the Boeing Shield? They make a rust remover that works really well as well as a top coat for protection. Doesn’t smell bad like some either. I use one of those green scotch pads to get the best results.
Sold at Sears.

jack

-- jack -- ...measure once, curse twice!