Previously, I've been using my variable speed drill for buffing pipes and stems. That system worked, but I wanted a more capable system.
Clearing out my parents basement, I found this 1/3 hp, 1750 rpm motor. I tested it and it ran smooth and quiet. I wired it using a heavy duty appliance wire and added an insulated toggle switch to turn it off/on.
I was looking at the Beall system for an arbor mount, but really didn't want to pay that kind of money. I already had the rouges and carnuba they offered with the kit. I was showing the motor to my Uncle, who used to do a lot of plastic work. He said that he thought there were some unused pad arbors in his workshop and when I visited, he had this long arbor ready for the 1/2" shaft. I already had some pads and bought a few more via Jestco (ejames recommended, thanks!) They also carry arbor mounts for $13, so if you need one, that is a few bucks cheaper than the Beall. Maybe not quite as handy, as a 3/4" wrench is needed for pad changes, vs. the twist off Beall mounts.
I was going to mount it to a piece of wood or something, but in test today, it is heavy enough as is and doesn't move. So, I can easily store it out of sight when not needed.
The motor has two capped spigots, above each end of the shaft. I assume that is for lubrication. Any idea on what kind of oil is used on a motor shaft?
Now, I just need some more estate pipes, and I'm hoping to pick some up at the Richmond show.
Thanks member ejames for some tips and inspiration!
Clearing out my parents basement, I found this 1/3 hp, 1750 rpm motor. I tested it and it ran smooth and quiet. I wired it using a heavy duty appliance wire and added an insulated toggle switch to turn it off/on.
I was looking at the Beall system for an arbor mount, but really didn't want to pay that kind of money. I already had the rouges and carnuba they offered with the kit. I was showing the motor to my Uncle, who used to do a lot of plastic work. He said that he thought there were some unused pad arbors in his workshop and when I visited, he had this long arbor ready for the 1/2" shaft. I already had some pads and bought a few more via Jestco (ejames recommended, thanks!) They also carry arbor mounts for $13, so if you need one, that is a few bucks cheaper than the Beall. Maybe not quite as handy, as a 3/4" wrench is needed for pad changes, vs. the twist off Beall mounts.
I was going to mount it to a piece of wood or something, but in test today, it is heavy enough as is and doesn't move. So, I can easily store it out of sight when not needed.
The motor has two capped spigots, above each end of the shaft. I assume that is for lubrication. Any idea on what kind of oil is used on a motor shaft?
Now, I just need some more estate pipes, and I'm hoping to pick some up at the Richmond show.
Thanks member ejames for some tips and inspiration!
