Photo Index - Toro Manufacturing Corp. - 12" Drill Press

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Toro Manufacturing Corp.
Bloomington, MN

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Drill Press
Machine Size:	12"
Submitted By:	Jorge Saavedra

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	12" Drill Press
Date of Manufacturer:	1950's
Serial Number:
Last Updated	3/20/2013 12:13:18 AM

Comments:

Toro. Yes Toro. The lawnmower people. This was a Craigslist find. The machine appears mostly original except for the switch. The motor may also be an add-on but it's hard to tell since the motor was painted to match the drill press and shows no badge or other identification. The drill press runs smoothly and quietly. It is variable speed by means of two stepped pulleys. It was fitted with a Jacob's Multi-Craft 1/2" chuck with a 33JT taper mount. The chuck was in poor shape so I inquired of Jacob's for a replacement. That was weeks ago and I have yet to get a reply. In the mean time, I made an inquiry with Wholesale Tool Co. and they replied immediately. Their customer service is fantastic and I recommend them.

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Comments: Note the household light switch and shop made mounting bracket. I'm waiting for a new chuck so the naked taper mount is visible.
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Comments: Paint and badge are in fine shape and appear all original
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Comments: Side view showing stepped pulley on motor and shop made power switch mounting bracket
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