The recent Foley Belt Sander/Grinder went so well I could not help myself. Eyed this one from the roadside at local residence close to home. Been exposed to the weather for almost too long. Plugged her in and she fired right up and in classic Baldor form took 10 minutes to stop spinning after turning off. Was not going to re-paint but now I am in deep so what the heck. Came apart relatively easily (nice to work on quality products). Missing side covers – may have to make some or deal without.
Baldor Grinder as Found
Baldor Grinder as Found
Spacer between motor and grinding wheel. Friction fit, simply slide off then remove screws to remove guard assembly.
Tool Rest Close up – Bit of an ugly fit for the carriage bolts .
Badge Rivets – to remove or not to remove?
Badge Rivet Removal – Grinding Slot
Badge Rivet Removal – Twist Out
Badge Rivets Removed
Bare Bones – Almost
Under the base was pretty rusty
Bare Motor with rust removed
Base Cleaned up ready to paint
Ouch – Cracked cast iron guard needs repair.
One Reply to “Baldor 1/3 hp Bench Grinder Cleanup”
I just bought a green one like this today that’s in a little rougher shape but more complete than yours looks like. No tool rest but it has the end covers. it runs super nice and smooth and for being as rough as it is.
I just bought a green one like this today that’s in a little rougher shape but more complete than yours looks like. No tool rest but it has the end covers. it runs super nice and smooth and for being as rough as it is.