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Delta Specialty/Delta Mfg. Co./Delta-Rockwell/Rockwell Intl.
Milwaukee, WI; Jackson, TN; Tupelo, MS

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery & Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Drill Press
Machine Size:	14"
Submitted By:	Chase Campbell

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Delta Milwaukee
Date of Manufacturer:	1950
Serial Number:	87-4844
Last Updated	5/31/2016 4:12:56 AM

Comments:

I purchased this machine from craigslist April 2016 for 150$. It came with a gear motor rated for 30 RPM. I turned tool on at sellers house but did not notice how slow the drill was moving. Not sure if he knew better or only drilled Metal? Also someone has added a brass bushing in top of pipe for a third step pulley I have not seen that on this model. Also I found some strangely shaped metal inside the head of the press when I disassembled the Machine. I plan on buying a third step pulley and continuing to use the extra speeds but have not done the math yet to see what I will end up with. I used a mixture of electrolosis, citrus degreaser, and wire wheel to prep metal. I then primed all cast iron with a good two part white epoxy primer for automotive then finished the color in a rustoleum ivory. I really had a hard time picking a color I was sure that I wanted to go away from the always exciting grey that these came. I almost waxed the cast and left it alone the contrast with the polished steel was really cool.... Anyways first time posting here but long time reader.

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Comments: The day I purchased the DP
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Comments: Tried out electrolosis on all the cast and had really good results
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Comments: Even had help today
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Comments: Anyone know why these would be in the cast head of the drill press? I am stumped
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Comments: almost done with reassembly.
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Comments: Assembled and Painted but still waiting on front pulley bearing to turn on and test.
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