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   dgreen | Feb 22, 2007 12:05pm | #1

   Post your make and model number and I'll see if I can help.

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   RickL | Feb 22, 2007 04:00pm | #2

   You can go to many manufacturers, dealers websites and get the specs on many different machines and answer your own questions. Beats waiting for an answer!

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   dennis2 | Feb 23, 2007 07:02am | #3

   Sorry if I didn't post enough information.  The Joiner has no brand name, it's just labeled 4" precision jointer.  It appears to have been made in the 60's and really is a quality product ( except when it comes to changing blades -- The new machines are so much better).  The pulleys are currectly set up to produce 4000 rpm cutterhead speed and I'm wondering if thats not a bit slow.

   Any information would be appreciated

   Dennis 

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   JohnWW | Feb 23, 2007 09:40pm | #4

   4,000 to 4,500 RPM is typical for a 4" jointer so the machine is set up correctly.  Unless you are comparing it to one of the larger jointers with a spiral or disposable blade cutter head, the method of mounting the blades on your machine hasn't changed from the typical machine being sold today.

   John White, Shop Manager, Fine Woodworking Magazine

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   dennis2 | Feb 24, 2007 10:42am | #5

   Thank you John, I appreciate the information.  

   Good luck and be safe.

   Dennis

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   mike4244 | Feb 24, 2007 11:20pm | #6

   Dennis, my first jointer was a Rockwell 4".4000 rpm's sounds correct to me. It came with a 1/2 hp motor that was plenty hefty for a small jointer.

   mike

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   dennis2 | Mar 01, 2007 10:12am | #7

   Mike,

   Thank you for the confirmation -- much apreciated

   Dennis