Hello,
I just joined to group today after I was doing some searching on the net about the Unisaw and came across some postings from this group. Looks like you are a very active bunch.
I have a relative who works at a pattern shop who asked me the other day if I would like to have a Unisaw that they had in storage for years. It's a 34-450, 3hp, 3phase model, and it has a starter problem. The price was right (free), so I picked it up tonight. The building it was in was damp, so it has some light rust on the top and on some interior parts. I sprayed WD-40 on everything inside and plan to completely dissasemble in the next day or so. Looks like everything is in good condition on the inside and the tilt and raise functions are smooth.
I plan on replacing the motor with a 3hp, 1 phase and I assume I'll need a new started with that. Also will replace the arbor bearings and the belts. I realize this won't be cheap, but along with the saw, I got a Yost and an Emmert pattern maker's vices. I already have one, so I figure I can offset some of the saw expenses by selling them.
My main questions are.
What is the best way to clean up the light rust on the top surface?
I found a new Baldor 3hp for this saw at $345.00. Is that a good price?
Is there a brand name spray paint color that matches the Delta/Rockwell color?
Does anyone know how to date a Delta/Rockwell Unisaw 34-450, Serial #GC 8453?
Thanks in advance for your help.
Jack Hoying
Fort Loramie, Ohio