Using the Shopsmith Mark V, or any of the Shopsmith multi-purpose tools for that matter, can seem daunting at first, but with a little practice it’ll become second nature, just like driving a stick or avoiding Yoko Ono music. There are a couple must-check items on the tool that I double-check every time I use mine. I’ve uploaded a video to my “MyGrowthRings” Youtube channel that is worth a look, if you are just getting introduced to Shopsmith woodworking.
Here’s the video link: https://youtu.be/Y2DApzMn2yg
Don here...I have owned my Mark V for some 40 years. Until about 5years ago, I never needed to move my headstock very close to the tail stock. When I did, about two thirds of the way down, it binds badly. There are no nicks or rust on the tubes. It's so bad that I need to use a bar clamp to get the head stock back to the left side. Any help? Fresh wax helps only very very slightly.
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