Overview of Rockwell 43-503 pin router

Just a quick run down of the Rockwell 43-503 pin router/shaper I picked up yesterday. It has its advantages some challenges I will have to find solutions for. If you have questions drop one below and I’ll get back ASAP

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Looks pretty cool man, I would certainly make room in the shop for one. I see the foot action as an advantage... no compressed air. You will find lots of stuff to do with this and I know you will get creative.

[@frankv3044]

I have the same machine. Bought it new in the early 80s .used it for figurine bases by the thousands.it paid for it self many times over.mine is model 43-502 uses115volt single phase.origanal table size is 14.25 deep by 18.25 wide with miterguige groove.

[@davidbaer1599]

Where did you find pins for the original table? I haven't had any success...

[@drittal]

This isn’t the original table, but I took the table to a machinist and he turned the pins for me. I had a 1/2” and a 1/4” pin made. Hope this helps!

[@garylee4198]

Now that you have had this for awhile how is it working out? I’ve come across one and wondering if it would be worthwhile to add to my arsenal of shop equipment.

[@drittal]

I haven’t had a chance to use it much. I completely modified the table so it lifts using a car scissor jack and gutted the foot lever system. My biggest complaint for using it as a pin router as originally designed is there is too much play in the shaft way when trying to raise or lower the router. A mm or two of play either way as soon as you loosen the lever. By modifying the table I locked down the motor at a height I can use for building guitars. I have less than 3” of travel up or down but it’s enough for what I do. I think I have a video showing my modification

[@theelectricsexmachine7502]

It runs on 220 volts single phase Sounds like you need to ship that puppy to me down under 😜 Enjoy it man I’m super jealous 👍