Photo Index - J. G. Blount Co. - 2 HP Motor Headstock Lathe

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Manufactured/Badged by:
J. G. Blount Co.
Everett, MA

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Wood
Machine Size:	16" X 63", 8 speed
Submitted By:	John Hough

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	2 HP Motor Headstock Lathe
Date of Manufacturer:	c.1944
Serial Number:	none
Last Updated	4/2/2020 10:57:40 PM

Comments:

I found the lathe abandoned in a closed and dilapidated foundry. After locating the owners and making an offer I was able to rescue it from the bulldozers. The whole story is here: http://owwm.org/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=185131&start=15 If anyone has a copy of a Blount owners manual or maintenance instructions I'd very much appreciate any info on the recommended headstock oil (backgear) and bearing grease. Please contact me if you have a copy.

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Comments: As discovered
Source: John Hough, Iphone 5

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Comments: Ready for work with a new KBAC-29 (1P) VFD. I believe the outboard tool rest was made by Fay and Scott and may not be original to the lathe. All the assorted accessories were found scattered about the foundry.
Source: John Hough, Iphone 5

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Comments: Disassembly for the move. The headstock was by far the heaviest part of the lathe. I'd estimate north of 400lbs.
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Comments: Moving the bed to the basement through a narrow window proved easier than I thought - the 2 x 12 was key to making the move more efficient.
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Comments: Reassembling the lathe in the basement
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Comments: Drum controller wiring diagram, Cutler Hammer Size 0, P/N 107558D1. I copied this from the original (left) that was inside the controller enclosure. It was badly stained and barely readable.
Source: John Hough, Iphone 5

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