Photo Index - Oliver Machinery Co. - 159/54 hybrid

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Oliver Machinery Co.
Grand Rapids, MI

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Wood
Machine Size:	12" swing
Submitted By:	Brett Baldwin

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	159/54 hybrid
Date of Manufacturer:	1953
Serial Number:	87182 (View SN Registry Entry)
Last Updated	1/13/2008 3:58:12 PM

Comments:

Apparently the property of the Tempe school district for most of its life. Bought from a guy that got it from an auction but didn't know about 3 phase motors. Also had a moving guard (not pictured) to keep spindles from flying.

Restoration will include stripping and painting a more appropriate color and a VFD to go below stock speed.

1953 Oliver 159 headstock with Oliver 54 legs and bed. Most likely a factory job according to Ray Muno.
3/4HP 3ph Marathon motor, AB starter

Photo 1:

Comments: Pre-restoration.
Source: My Canon A520

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