Shopsmith World: Shopsmith Academy Episodes 1-15

Shopsmith Academy Episodes 1-15

Episode 1 - Why Shopsmith brand parts?

As the leader in Shopsmith repair and servicing, ShopsmithRepair.com and the Woodworking Academy is committed to making sure you are well informed and have all the tools you need for the job.

This first episode focuses on the superiority of Shopsmith brand parts which we focus on here.

Episode 2 - Idler Shaft Improvements

This episode focuses on a specific part, the idler shaft, and how Shopsmith has drastically improved it's design along with other parts that it works in conjunction with along with. We'll also be clarifying misleading information floating around online.

Episode 3 - Parts We Service During Repairs + Pro Tips

This episode covers a handful of different parts involved in a typical repair and some of the expert methods we've developed through 25+ years of working with these machines.

Episode 4 - Special Tools

This episode covers some of my special tools I've collected over the years that I use to save our customers money and maximize results.

Episode 5 - Belt Wear + New Tools

This episode covers a few new tool additions to my shop and how to diagnose and avoid belt wear.

Episode 6 - Common Motor Issues

This episode diagnoses an issue that affects many motors that come in to my shop.

Episode 7 - Non-Shopsmith Belts

This episode covers the pitfalls of non-Shopsmith brand parts, specifically belts.

Episode 8 - Control Sheave Bearings

This episode covers genuine Shopsmith control sheaves, and what happens bearing replacement

Episode 9 - 1 Bearing vs. 2 Bearing Quills

This episode covers the difference between the new 2 bearing quill vs. the original single bearing quill. It also describes the cause of wobble in some machines.

Episode 10 - Shopsmith's Service Bulletin Manual

This episode shows the extensive and useful information we have here at Shopsmith Repair in our service bulletin manual. Unavailable online, these bulletins provide us with everything Shopsmith has ever found that causes issues with their parts, including manufacturer changes.

We offer top notch service, repair and advice. Were more than just an Authorized Shopsmith repair center, we're the Woodworking Academy. When you bring your machine to us, you'll quickly realize our goal is to keep your Shopsmith machine running the best possible while educating you and providing you with the ability to take care of your machine so it lasts.

Episode 11 - Newest Version of Two Bearing Quill

This episode covers the latest version of the two bearing quill that Shopsmith offers. Similar to the first two bearing quill they released, it bends very easily and does not last. Shopsmith Repair can offer you a single bearing quill, something that Shopsmith no longer offers! If you're experiencing bend in your quill shaft visit our website and see how we can help you.

We offer top notch service, repair and advice. We're more than just an Authorized Shopsmith repair center, we're the Woodworking Academy. When you bring your machine to us, you'll quickly realize our goal is to keep your Shopsmith machine running the best possible while educating you and providing you with the ability to take care of your machine so it lasts.

Episode 12 - Electric Motors & Custom Solutions We Use To Save You Money

This episode covers what happens when motor bearings lock up and burn up the motor coil. Electric motor replacements can be expensive and when this happens to our customers, we try out best to find custom solutions to help save them money. This video is filled with more pro tips and expert advise from owner James Hopp.

Episode 13 - Warning signs that can save you from high repair costs

This episode features owner James Hopp sharing tips and warning signs that could help you catch issues before they turn into high repair costs. Typically with Shopsmith machines, a small repair can turn into a large one within moments. Let us help you avoid that.

Episode 14 - What's inside your Shopsmith brand motor?

This episode features owner James Hopp focusing on the Shopsmith brand motor, why it's superior and a breakdown of the components. We hope this video helps you understand your motor, how it works and some typical issues that comes with it.

Episode 15 - Routine Maintenance

This episode features maintenance steps and other knowledge strait from James Hopp. Everything we show in this video takes place during a repair in our shop. You can also perform these steps at home if you have the tools and knowledge, but if you don't then send it to us.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

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As needed	• Clean the saw guards and sanding disc. Refer to Maintaining Accessories. • Sharpen saw blades, drill bits and lathe chisels.
Every 5 hours of running time	• Clean the Mark V. Refer to Cleaning. • Wax the Mark V. Refer to Waxing.
Every 10 hours of running time	• Repeat the preceding steps. • Lubricate the drive shaft and idler shaft. • Check the action on the anti-kickback system and the lower guard, wax the splitter on the lower guard and lubricate the chuck. Refer to Maintaining Accessories.• Check the alignment and adjustment of the headrest and carriage locks, worktable stops, table tilt indicator, miter gauge slots, miter gauge, rip fence, extension table and lathe centers. Refer to the Alignment instructions for your Mark V model.
Every 25 hours of running time, or once a year (if not used)	• Lubricate the sheaves. Refer to Lubricating.
Every 50 hours of running time or once a year (if not used)	• Repeat the preceding steps. • Lubricate the headstock lock. Refer to Lubricating.

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Shopsmith Academy Episodes 1-15