I am in the process of getting a set of roller cores recovered for my 219 old style but need the dimensions to provide the company recovering them for me. Can anyone help me out or point me in the right direction? Thanks in advance!
MoreSP-15 Trip Spring Question
Yesterday when printing I noticed that the usual sound of the trip springs on my SP-15 seemed different/quieter. Upon examining, I found that the spring on the operator’s side is no longer fitting snugly under what is referred to as “Dowel B” on sheet #302 “SP Series Replacement Trip Spring” diagram that Paul has posted […]
MoreSP-25 Manual
I’m looking at buying an SP-25 and so I’m hoping someone out there might have a digital copy of the manual. Please let me know if anyone out there has the manual for this model. Thanks.
MoreUni I – Power carriage stuck at feed board
I’ve been having some inconsistencies with the braking and starting of my Universal I. Dave Seat was here about a month and a half ago and made some adjustments to the microswitches to prevent the hard hitting at the feed board I was having (and more importantly showed me how to make proper adjustments). Yesterday […]
MoreVandercook 03 – Impression roller and bearings
I am wondering about the impression roller (I don’t know if this is the right name) on this press. I’ve noticed that mine is a bit damaged, with some traces of scoring. I am worried this might cause uneven impression. Is this a roller that can be recovered or is this not a replaceable part? I […]
MoreMotor – Universal I
Recently the motor on my universal I has been reluctant to start. If I manually give the cylinder [drum] some torque, it will start. I replaced the capacitor mounted on the motor ($6.00), which seemed to help some. I can get a new motor from a local supply house for a reasonable cost (approx. $150) but […]
MoreLooking for SP-15 roller cores
Hi everyone. First post here. I am looking for at least one SP-15 roller core. If anyone has any to spare that would like to sell, please let me know. Thank you very much in advance.
MoreLooking for a Showcard Press
Classic case of a newbie trying to get some info on getting a press. Any help would be super appreciated. I have worked on a Showcard Proof Press and really loved it. Thank you.
MoreLubricant for 05 impression cylinder shaft bearing?
Quoting from sheet 108 of the sparse Vandercook 05 proof press manual sheets: – SAE 20 motor oil is recommended for all moving parts. – Ball bearings X-2688 and X-2698 are packed in grease and require no further attention. I’ve not had a chance to disassemble and investigate the carriage assembly thoroughly enough to get […]
MoreNuArc N1000 Instant Mercury Printer
I have a piece of mystery equipment and was hoping that someone could help me figure out how it works…. It is a NuArc N1000 Instant Mercury Printer, a vapor table top exposing unit that I understand could be used to make photopolymer plates. I am attaching images of the equipment. Unfortunately, I have no […]
MoreSticky, tight, rider roller on 4T
I had the wooden bearings in the rider roller of my 4T replaced a couple months ago after the old ones disintegrated. Everything was working fine until recently when I noticed that every time I drop my rollers to ink up (with the motor turned on) the top frame assembly begins squeaking and then slows […]
MoreAdvice on purchasing
First post! I am looking to purchase a Vandercook and needed some advice. I am basically looking to get one that has at least a 14″ x 20″ if not larger working form. In good condition and wanted to know some modal numbers to consider. Also, what price range would it run for? I will […]
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