Hi, I am looking for a lockup bar for SP-15, serial 26228. Does anyone have a spare one? Any suggestions? Thanks, widok
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Inconsistant inking on sheet
On my Vandercook Universal 1 the printing pressure at the bottom of the sheet releases (sometimes but not always) at 4 inches from the end of a 22 inch sheet causing the printing to be lighter. There seems to be no consistency in its happening. Sometimes the printing is fine and sometimes its light starting […]
Morehelp sp15
Sp15 been in storage many years for move and building etc. Bearing blocks for form rollers lost. Also trip for paper release was broken.
MoreSP-25 Ink Drum
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 […]
MoreSP-15 belt issue
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 […]
MoreVandercook No. 4 Roller MR-110 Pin Replacement
I was wondering if someone knew where I can find a MR-110 Pin for the #4? Thanks!
MoreRestoring a Vandercook 03 [updated]
Hello everyone! I’ve undertaken the task of restoring my 03. I’ve started with paint thinner to degrease the bearings system where the previous owner had it all greased up, and thus it gather a severe amount of gunk. I disassembled the carriage and down to the impression cylinder. I’ve gotten most of the grime off. […]
More[WANTED] Vandercook SP15
I’m looking for a Vandercook SP15 over the world, i prefer with motor one, no parts missing. Please contact me any time if you have one and ready to sell it. Thanks! calvinvtc@gmail.com
MoreVandercook 4 trip lift arm problem
I’ve got a Vandercook 4 trip problem. I’ve checked out the other two threads I can find on this topic here, and they don’t quite answer my question. I’ve checked the bolt on the pivot point that is hidden behind the sheet metal, and it seems to be tight. The trouble is with the lift […]
MoreLooking for some advice/ thoughts
Hello all, I was wondering if you would give me your thoughts and advice on an Vandercook 15-20 press. I talked to the gentleman selling the press and he seemed to think that grippers and a feedboard could be added to this press so it would have printing capabilities. He did mention that it does […]
MoreSP15 Carriage is tough to roll
Hi all, Over the last few months it seems that the carriage of my SP 15 has become more and more difficult to roll down the press bed. In both trip and print modes, the carriage seems heavy. I recently compared the action on my press to another SP 15, and the difference was noticeable; […]
MoreMoving a Vandercook SP-15, No. 4 and No. 03
Ok. I won’t tell the whole story to not bore you but very shortly: SP-15 moved by the sellers, no hassle, 30 min. job. 2 men needed. No. 4 moved by printing equipment sellers. From a metal shop to my studio. Big big hassle, no moving equipment or tools whatsoever, except some pipes and pieces […]
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