Old Toledo threader

Unknown

old Toledo #2 threader(2-1/2 to 4") somewhere around here (buried in mothballs), I may just dig-it-out & try for nostalgia.<BR>This is not "jam-proof" like my 141, so you have to keep your eye on-it when using the driveshaft in the 300 ;-).<BR>Anyone got any others kicking-around?<BR><BR>Dave

bob young

TOLEDO

I ALSO HAD ONE BUT IT TOOK 4 DIFFERENT SETS OF DIES [ ONE FOR EACH SIZE ] & SOME WERE LOST SO I WAS FORCED TO SCRAP IT. REPLACEMENT DIES JUST DID NOT WARRANT RESTORATION. PRICE WAS ASTRONOMICAL. IF WORKERS HAD TO BUY THESE TOOLS THEY WOULD TAKE BETTER CARE OF THEM. KILLED ME TO SEE THAT OLD STOCK GO.

Unknown

Bob,

I just knew I would hear from you LOL.
My Toledo`s are complete, perfect dies & driveshaft.
Figured you may get a kick, post some pics later :-).

Dave

bob young

jam proof ....NOT

Yeah, Dave. did you ever see one of those babies jam up & flip a "400 " machine complete with standard universal [ no drive bar ] in a tight corridor. very intense situation. machine was my old oster [ enough torque to rip your arms outa their sockets.] yeah, it was all good !! lol

Unknown

Never witnessed that Bob

but I`ve heard stories.
After making sure everyone in the line of fire was alright, it must have been some effort to get them "un-jammed"? :-o

Dave

Mark Eatherton

Dances with Osters...

My brother an dI were repiping a dry cleaning operation, using my dad's Oster three legged monster.

During a breif lapse of common sense, I attempted to counter the torque of the motor whilts threading instead of using the prop/stop bar.

The machine flipped over so fast, I stood there in awe, watching it flip its way across the floor, and suddenly got my wits about me and unplugged the power cord going to it. Even after unplugging it, it took what seemed like hours for it to quit flipping and flopping across the floor.

We nick named it "The Widow Maker" after that great experience.

Look ma, no foot pedal! :-)

Ah, the good ol' days... NOT!!!

ME

billtwocase

threader

still got them, and use them at times. Made to last. peace

Unknown

Well,

it took me awhile, but I managed to get them cleaned-up & re-lubed.
These have not been used since the 60`s & still have the original wooden crate they came-in w/matching serial #`s. Even the instructions.
When we get better outdoor weather, I`ll give them a go.
PS-I forgot the dies, but they are "pristine".

Dave

bob young

ready for action

looking good. the ratchet brings back memories. once cut a 5 " thread in place by hand with a ridgid stock . **** that !!!

bob young

major torque

{During a breif lapse of common sense, I attempted to counter the torque of the motor whilts threading instead of using the prop/stop bar. }

{ The machine flipped over so fast, I stood there in awe, watching it flip its way across the floor, and suddenly got my wits about me and unplugged the power cord going to it. Even after unplugging it, it took what seemed like hours for it to quit flipping and flopping across the floor.

] UNLESS it actually happened to them , other plumbers tend to think you are exaggerating. i was there and the picture in my mind is still crystal clear !! lol bob

mtfallsmikey

Just like the set

Granddad passed along to Dad....BTW, I never flipped the Oster...we had 4-leg models

bob young

THE FOUR LEGGED OSTER MODELS FLIP BEAUTIFULLY.

I don't think oster made a 300 type but i could be wrong.

Unknown

Well they`re,

going great! The threads cut perfectly, and the 300 really saves the arms.
Except for carrying-it into place. Where are the apprentices when you need them. ;-)

Dave