Photo Index - Sprunger Brothers, Inc. - J6N 6" Jointer

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Sprunger Brothers, Inc.
South Bend, IN; Topeka, IN; Ligonier, IN; Elkhart, IN

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Jointer
Machine Size:	6"
Submitted By:	Steve Pawlowskis

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	J6N 6" Jointer
Date of Manufacturer:	Unknown (1950's ???)
Serial Number:	(View SN Registry Entry)
Last Updated	4/24/2004 10:03:49 PM

Comments:

Despite this jointer having a rather rough appearance when I first acquired it this machine was a very good starting point for a complete restoration. First, it had all it's original parts, including the factory stand and what could possibly be the original motor. Second, it hadn't been modified or otherwise butchered by previous owner's, and finally it all came apart fairly easily with only moderate persuasion necessary to disassemble the cutterhead from the shaft. With new bearings and a new power cord it's good to go for several more decades.

A notable feature is that this jointer has plain square ways, not dovetails. Power is transmitted via twin v-belts running on double groove cast iron sheaves which are enclosed in the fabricated perforated steel guard.

Photo 1:

Comments: As found
Source: Me and my old digicam

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Photo 2:

Comments: After, front view
Source: Me and my new digicam

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Photo 3:

Comments: After, rear view
Source: Me

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