I recently had to remove both trip springs from my SP-15. I approached each one differently, so I’ll explain both methods. The discovery that not just one but both springs were broken came a couple months ago, but it took some time to procure the right tools for removing the old springs, namely a cold […]
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SP15 Roller Height Shift
I’ve just finished adjusting the top bearings on my SP15, and I’m seeing something unexpected. The roller height is now identical in print and trip, but only while the carriage is outbound, i.e., moving away from the feedboard. Once it hits the trip mechanism and I roll it back, the rollers are a touch lower […]
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Hello from Newfoundland, Canada! Yesterday a bolt snapped off on my SP-15 in the assembly that lifts and lowers the top two steel rollers. This assembly is located in the area marked in red. I’m looking for a replacement bolt, and have contacted Fritz @ NA Graphics, just wondering if anyone has any information/insight into […]
MoreSP15 mis-registration
Dear Paul, I shouldn’t think you remember me as it must be over 15 years ago I sought your advice with regards to my Vandercook SP15 serial #22245 – there was a suspected broken spring. I dismantled the carriage, cleaned it up, re-greased it and put the press back together again! I obviously set up […]
MoreSP15 Ink Drum Removal
Is it easy to remove the ink drum to clean the machine and check the gears?
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