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Archive for December 2011

SP-25 Ink Drum - Posted December 13, 2011

Having recently brought to the shop a nearly untouched SP-25, and in the midst of attempting to sort out the electrical nightmare (550V-3-phase), I’ve run into a problem I’m hoping folks around here might be able to help me with. The press was originally bought in the mid-60s, and it sat in a warehouse as [...]


SP-15 belt issue - Posted December 9, 2011

During our Open House yesterday, the belt on our older SP-15 slipped off the motor pulley. After the gig, we opened up the top and put the belt back on, but it looks like it may easily slip off again. This press has geared wheels at the motor and the drum roller, and the rubber [...]


Did RotaDyne REQUIRE you to fill out a W9 and Credit Application? - Posted December 8, 2011

We needed rollers on our Vandercook recovered and RotaDyne was kind enough to send a representative to check out the rollers, and take them with him to recover.  However, shortly after, I got an email from RotaDyne with a Credit Application and W9 to fill out.  Since the business is a sole proprietorship, I didn’t [...]


Need rollers for Challenge 1528 KP - Posted December 7, 2011

greetings all I am new to the forum, and was hoping someone could help me track down form rollers for a challenge proof press. My rollers were thrown out by a janitor (i had them off of my press so i could do some brayering) and it’s been difficult to track any down. i may [...]


Vandercook No. 4 Roller MR-110 Pin Replacement - Posted December 6, 2011

I was wondering if someone knew where I can find a MR-110 Pin for the #4?  Thanks!


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