Photo Index - Porter-Cable Machine Co. - Type BS

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Porter-Cable Machine Co.
Syracuse, NY and Jackson, TN

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Band Saw
Machine Size:	20"
Submitted By:	Nelson Belanger

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Type BS
Date of Manufacturer:	Approx. 1930
Serial Number:	276
Last Updated	2/1/2018 7:18:49 AM

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All I can say for now is.....WOW!

For specifications and more information on this band saw see the 1931 Porter Cable catalog here: www.vintagemachinery.org/pubs/detail.aspx?id=2353

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Comments: Front View - The wooden auxiliary table is MIA.
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Comments: Rear view - Needs new wiring and switch,
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Comments: Angle Iron Guard swung open. No tires on these wheels.
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Comments: Paddock Model #0 Guides (replacements I'm guessing). I believe OE were Wright No. 0 guides. I would like to find a set of these....anyone have some sitting on a shelf collecting dust?
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Comments: Tensioner Assy. The tensioner spring setup shown here is not right. I could use some help with this.
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Comments: Not the OEM drive setup but it works. I'll be replacing the motor for one more vintage.
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