Schaublin 135 buying and restoring
Hi all.
A while back I bought and renovated a nice Hardinge HLV and was active on the Hardinge forum on this site which was superb, supportive and very helpful, I subsequently sold the machine and had been searching for a Schaublin, not originally a 135 but one has turned up and I have agreed a purchase subject to checking the machine out first.
I don't have a huge knowledge on these machines other than they are superbly engineered and when all together are a very capable, sought after and accurate machine. I know about a few issues like the oil feed system which can spring leaks all over belts etc and is notoriously hard to fix, the brake system is complex and difficult to repair if faulty etc. What I am looking for is some guidance as to what to check and look out for, and ensure is right etc, what accessories should be available like change wheels (tooth numbers etc) collect changers, steadies etc.
It's been stored unused for around 12 months in a damp location (its winter here) so the last 3 months have been damp so surface rust etc will be present and the amount will determine its value as well.
Either way any pointers, advice, or watch outs etc welcome. I friend will help check wear and tolerances/runout etc and fingers crossed this machine is worthy of care and TLC as I hope to bring it back to a condition worthy of its engineering pedigree.
Excited to share the journey here and will post pictures and info as the journey unfolds
Thank you and look forward to your support and help
Marc
Hi all.
A while back I bought and renovated a nice Hardinge HLV and was active on the Hardinge forum on this site which was superb, supportive and very helpful, I subsequently sold the machine and had been searching for a Schaublin, not originally a 135 but one has turned up and I have agreed a purchase subject to checking the machine out first.
I don't have a huge knowledge on these machines other than they are superbly engineered and when all together are a very capable, sought after and accurate machine. I know about a few issues like the oil feed system which can spring leaks all over belts etc and is notoriously hard to fix, the brake system is complex and difficult to repair if faulty etc. What I am looking for is some guidance as to what to check and look out for, and ensure is right etc, what accessories should be available like change wheels (tooth numbers etc) collect changers, steadies etc.
It's been stored unused for around 12 months in a damp location (its winter here) so the last 3 months have been damp so surface rust etc will be present and the amount will determine its value as well.
Either way any pointers, advice, or watch outs etc welcome. I friend will help check wear and tolerances/runout etc and fingers crossed this machine is worthy of care and TLC as I hope to bring it back to a condition worthy of its engineering pedigree.
Excited to share the journey here and will post pictures and info as the journey unfolds
Thank you and look forward to your support and help
Marc
