That is an EXCELLENT restoration of a 1954 sander. I did notice it was made by Simpson Sears which was a Canadian based company. I have quite a few craftsman power tools from 1950s through 1960s all metal cased from the same company. I also have a 1947 Craftman jig/scroll saw with original motor, belt and stand from my niece's father-in-law who was its original owner. It is a beast and works just like it was new!!!
Thanks for this video I’ve got an older motor I’ve been wanting to rework and you gave me some good ideas. I like the style you do your videos in with the voice over -straight forward and to the point. Good save.
Great work on a great looking piece that someone else might have binned without a second thought. I wanted red paint in the lettering on the handle- too many ScoutCrafter videos I guess 😂. A+ upload, thanks for posting!
very nice job. I just picked up a craftsman belt sander it looks very similar to this one but has no markings on it. Where did you find a belt for it and could you tell me the size? Once again great job looks very nice.
@@americosupply I don’t remember the length, you would need to measure the length around the wheels. I remember it was an unpopular size, but I found them on Amazon. 👍
I came into possession of this same tool a little while ago and have been restoring it, mostly with the help of your video. I have run into an issue though - there were two snap rings, and I can't for the life of me figure out where the second one goes. One goes around the big gear in the center, where did the other go?
It’s been so long since I made the video I don’t remember any details. I would say examine all shafts that look the approximate size and look for a groove cut for a snap ring. Sometimes I forget how stuff goes back together too, it can be frustrating.
What a masterpiece. Did you put it back together from memory, or by watching your own video, or? Where do you find liquid electrical tape and that specific sanding belt for that sander? You make what you do look so easy!
Thanks John! Sometimes I do watch the video footage to jog my memory for reassembly. Liquid electrical tape can be found at most hardware stores in my area, and I was able to find replacement belts on amazon.
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That is an EXCELLENT restoration of a 1954 sander. I did notice it was made by Simpson Sears which was a Canadian based company. I have quite a few craftsman power tools from 1950s through 1960s all metal cased from the same company. I also have a 1947 Craftman jig/scroll saw with original motor, belt and stand from my niece's father-in-law who was its original owner. It is a beast and works just like it was new!!!
Cory Driver sent me! Great job! Looks awesome!
ScoutCrafter Thanks for watching!
Very good restoration craftsman 👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏
Good job.
What a beauty. You never cease to amaze me !
Well done! your channel really deserves more attention!
A.J Do Stuff Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this video I’ve got an older motor I’ve been wanting to rework and you gave me some good ideas. I like the style you do your videos in with the voice over -straight forward and to the point. Good save.
Wow. Nice restoration thankx for sharing.
So satisfying well done look forward to the next project all the best from England
Well done and a pleasure to watch. Sander was made by the American Floor Surfacing Machine Co.
Info from vintagemachinery website.
live oak Thanks for the info! That vintage machinery website is a great resource for sure
Great work on a great looking piece that someone else might have binned without a second thought. I wanted red paint in the lettering on the handle- too many ScoutCrafter videos I guess 😂. A+ upload, thanks for posting!
Richard Schott It never occurred to me to paint that inlaid lettering- now I wish I would’ve! LOL. Thanks for the kind words
good job ,superbe restoration !
10:25 Nice SK ratchet! Old tools fixing old tools.
very nice job. I just picked up a craftsman belt sander it looks very similar to this one but has no markings on it. Where did you find a belt for it and could you tell me the size? Once again great job looks very nice.
@@americosupply I don’t remember the length, you would need to measure the length around the wheels. I remember it was an unpopular size, but I found them on Amazon. 👍
I came into possession of this same tool a little while ago and have been restoring it, mostly with the help of your video.
I have run into an issue though - there were two snap rings, and I can't for the life of me figure out where the second one goes. One goes around the big gear in the center, where did the other go?
It’s been so long since I made the video I don’t remember any details. I would say examine all shafts that look the approximate size and look for a groove cut for a snap ring. Sometimes I forget how stuff goes back together too, it can be frustrating.
@@benstown7209 Thanks so much for the reply, and the video!
What a masterpiece. Did you put it back together from memory, or by watching your own video, or? Where do you find liquid electrical tape and that specific sanding belt for that sander? You make what you do look so easy!
Thanks John! Sometimes I do watch the video footage to jog my memory for reassembly. Liquid electrical tape can be found at most hardware stores in my area, and I was able to find replacement belts on amazon.
I have the same sander I find your explanations very well done.
Did you find 26 3/4 belt in a store or you make them yourself?
I was able to find them online, I believe there was limited selection of grits.
What size Sand belt is used.
Good job, what kinda spray paint you used??
Vaidas Sash. Just some rattle can stuff from the hardware store. Probably XO Rust
What size belt does it use? I have this exact modle, but i haven't been able to find a belt that fits it.
It's 3"x 27". It's an unusual size, but I found it on amazon. Only available in a few different grits and I had to order a 8 pack.
I have the same belt sander, www.redlabelabrasives.com has belts in all different sizes, I ordered mine from them.