View Full Version : Torn between moding vs keep it original.
retiredsoldier919
01-28-2010, 05:45 PM
I've been struggling between keeping my 10ER original, or making mods to it for better function. I like the idea of keeping looking original, because I truley believe this is a beautifully made piece of American history. I've been thinking of all kinds of mods I can make to improve functionality. I'd have two if I only had the room. How do you feel about your SS.
heathicus
01-28-2010, 06:10 PM
What kind of mods are you wanting to make? I think some mods would be quite in line with the spirit of ingenuity that created the machine.
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01-28-2010, 06:21 PM
Hey Heath!
Does this mean that you are ok with me cutting my ways in half??
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01-28-2010, 06:23 PM
Hey David!
If you can make it work better for you then go for it. If you look through the old Shopsmith mags, they advertised a lot of mods and jigs.
Hey Heath!
Does this mean that you are ok with me cutting my ways in half??
Mark
retiredsoldier919
01-28-2010, 06:28 PM
What kind of mods are you wanting to make? I think some mods would be quite in line with the spirit of ingenuity that created the machine.
I've considered some table/fence mods. I've considered some changes to the locking handles. Changes that would definitely change the look. My restore won't be to museum quality, but I want it to be rust free and nice paint.
heathicus
01-28-2010, 07:37 PM
Hey Heath!
Does this mean that you are ok with me cutting my ways in half??
:eek: No!!!
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01-30-2010, 12:53 AM
But Heath,
When you see an old '49 Mercury that has been chopped and dropped, do you say to your self "he ruined that car"? If I take a 60+ year old rust bucket of a Shopsmith that is one step away from becoming a Hyundai and breathe new life into it and maintain it to a good working condition aren't I doing a good thing?
Mark
JPG40504
01-30-2010, 01:23 AM
But Heath,
When you see an old '49 Mercury that has been chopped and dropped, do you say to your self "he ruined that car"? If I take a 60+ year old rust bucket of a Shopsmith that is one step away from becoming a Hyundai and breathe new life into it and maintain it to a good working condition aren't I doing a good thing?
Mark
YES! Just do not cut the tubes. There are plenty of thin wall wannabe's out there.