Hello, I have been trying to find info on the ink monitors for universal III presses. I have three in various states of repair.I would like to get one of them working. does anybody have knowledge of how they work and how to test.I just want something to play with during long runs to stave […]
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Uni III – Gripper Problem at End of Bed
Hi – I have my (early) Universal III up and running and it’s printing very well and all is great except for the paper release/gripper problem at the end of the bed. I posted on this awhile ago and have been tinkering with the problem on and off ever since and still no luck. I […]
MoreUpdating wiring to add ground
I want to share my recent experience updating the wiring on an SP-20 motor to add ground. (Disclaimer: I am not an electrician although I consulted with an electrician.) My press arrived with the power cord cut off where it exited the press. So, I needed to add a plug anyway and decided it would […]
MoreVandercook #4 Bed Available
There is a cast iron bed for a Vandercook #4 available in Frenchtown, New Jersey. This bed is in good condition but has been completely stripped of parts. It does not include the cabinet or racks or any other bolt-on parts. No freight or shipping is available. If your press has damage or serious rail […]
MoreVandercook SP-20 Ink Distributor Roller Spring Replacement
This is for Fritz, who asked me to make a post here to place an order with NA Graphics. My spring on the ink distributor roller broke a bit ago. We spoke on the phone last week. Is this the best way to place that order for the SP-20 Ink Distributor Roller springs? I need […]
MoreWearing through Worm Crescents SP15
Hello out there! It seems that my SP15 (50081) has been wearing through worm crescents very quickly lately. Aside from a thorough cleaning, proper lubrication of crescent shaft (with powdered graphite) and worm gear (with Vaseline), is there anything else I should be looking out for? Or maybe I’m doing the aforementioned incorrectly… I replaced […]
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MoreModel 22
Boggs Graphics has a model 22 up for auction on 1/25. What is a model 22? Hope all is well and that you are safe and healthy lad
MoreUniversal I – Carriage Removal
Hi All, I have a Universal I with adjustable bed – and need to move it into my studio. We haven’t been able to get the handle off … spent a day on that :( …. seized pin.So – we are now considering taking off the carriage. Does anyone have advice? I assume I need […]
MoreNo. 4 Jumps
Our No.4 has a inking issue at approx 4 inches into the roll forward. what happens is a slight “jump” is felt and a faint reduction in inking of the plate for approximately 1/64th or smaller. results in a line that appears on the printer piece in the form of a lighter print. I have […]
MoreShudder In Vandy 215 (aka 4) Oscillator
Lately my Vandy 215 oscillator has a shudder as it travels back and forth. It actually seems to be stocking to the inked up rubber rollers below. I was able to stop the chatter by adding a small piece of lead between the metal roller assembly and the bearing block of the rubber rollers (see […]
MoreRecaro Info
Does anyone have any information on Recaro Proof Presses? We have what looks like an MF something model (about the same size as an SP-15) and want to get the grippers actuating—seems to be something missing. Photos would be great. Manufactured by Recaro Maschinenbau, Stuttgart. Dan T-J
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