I noticed the primary roller of our SP20 was only making partial contact with the form rollers resulting in uneven inking. It seems to be slightly uneven with the operator side going lower. I already tried adjusting the form rollers but that didn’t work. How would we fix this issue?
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Vandercook SP20 For Sale
FOR SALE – Vandercook SP-20 proof press in great condition. New rollers, automatic wash-up, and a ductor roller for additional inking (part of the ink monitor that’s included but not functional). Serial no. 26720 manufactured in 1967 – will print up to 19.5”x 28”. Perfect for posters or larger prints and works well for smaller […]
MoreVandercook 320G For Sale
FOR SALE – Vandercook 320G proof press in working condition with used rollers that ink a slab sitting behind the impression cylinder. This press is completely operated by hand (no motor required) and boasts a large sheet size of 20”x30”. Serial no. 5348 manufactured in 1930. Perfect for posters or larger prints using woodblocks or […]
MoreRemove feed board SP-15
Hello I am about to move my first press home and wonder what tools are needed to remove the feed board? It is out of town so I need to take what I need with me. thanks. Ray Bidegain
MoreWorn chain on one of our Universal 1 presses
Hello,We need to replace a worn chain on one of our UNIVERSAL 1, #21175, 1961The chain has stretched and is now rattling along the inner shelf of the press. I have used shims in the motor mount in the past to take up some of the slack, but I would like to find a source […]
MoreSP15 motor dead
Hello! Our SP-15 motor just stopped working. The power is still running to the press, because the light bulb next to the power switch still lights up. The motor is warm, but not hot. The press had been operating for only about 10 minutes when this happened. We haven’t had this problem before. I see […]
MoreDrum Springs for my SP20
Quick question about replacement springs on my SP20. The press is currently on long-term loan to a friend, and since their adopting it, we have now broken 3 drum springs in less than 3 years. I know at least one of them was an hardware-store spring which happened to work, but one, maybe two, were […]
MoreNo 1 Vandercook Proof Press, SN: 8391
I am trying to assess the value of a Vandercook No. 1 Proof Press, SN: 8391. I have found information on the No 1 series of press but I cannot seem to find any information specific to that serial number which would help me ascertain the value. It looks different than all of the images […]
MorePrinters who lost studios in Los Angeles fires
I wanted to make a quick post pointing toward the Gofundme pages of letterpress printers from our community who lost their homes and studios to the fires in California. If anyone is aware of others, please comment below to add them. Fugu Fugu Press https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-ken-and-shino-rebuild-after-fire Brian Lee Clements https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-violet-brian-rebuild-their-lives-after-the-eaton-fire Lets hope these fires are contained […]
More219ab distributing and inking unevenly
Hi all, We have been having issues with uneven ink distribution on our 219ab. The most noticeable thing, which has gotten worse recently, is that the small metal distribution rollers, the riders, don’t distribute ink evenly unless you press down on them (I usually put ink on the oscillator). I am also getting slightly uneven […]
MoreNo4 QRS-6 Spring
Hi all. Wondering if anyone knows where I can find a replacement spring (QRS-6). I’ve been in touch with NA, but I believe they may be out of them and it’s been tough getting a response. Thanks in advance!
More#4: Trouble with carriage latch & rod
Hi friends, I’m having trouble with our vandercook 4, the carriage latch is hindering the carriage from rolling forward smoothly, and also i’m concerned about it wearing on the rod that it comes in contact with. (unsure the part name/number for the rod?)We oil it regularly- but there’s been a black powder consistently lately while […]
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