Gary A Posted June 9 Report Share Posted June 9 (edited) I just acquired an old amaco kickwheel (Model 3C). The one with the plastic seat. It came with what looks like a cup head, except it has 2 bolts coming up through the bottom. I'm wondering, is this actually a cup head? and If so, any suggestions on making plaster bats for it? And also, any suggestions on finding or making a standard head that will work on the ½" tip of the shaft? Edited June 9 by Gary A add photos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary A Posted June 10 Author Report Share Posted June 10 OK, further research and email with Amaco suggests this was a standard recessed head. The bore is ⅝" not ½". They no longer make nor stock heads (nor any parts) that fit this wheel. So, while I proceed to keep my eye open for some totally dead ancient wheels with this bore size, I'll also look into perhaps a bushing in an old banding wheel head and re-boring that. And, while I'm considering those options, I'll proceed with making plaster bats for this one so I can start using this beauty. I'm amazed how smooth the bearings are after all this time. It was a well loved machine and I hope to continue that pattern. Any suggestions on getting a level top on a plaster bat in this head, definitely welcome. Hulk and Rae Reich 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hulk Posted June 10 Report Share Posted June 10 Given the cup runs true when mounted up to the shaft, making or adapting something to attach as a wheel head might be straightforward? Just lookin' at it, I'm imagining a wheel head that bolts up to the holes in the cup... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary A Posted June 10 Author Report Share Posted June 10 I haven't tested for exactly how true it is, but it feels satisfyingly smooth. I like this idea. I was considering making something with marine ply if i really hate plaster bats... or just really don't want to have dozens of them to store... but, making an aluminum or steel one and bolting it on... also a great idea! Rae Reich 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Longtin Posted June 11 Report Share Posted June 11 They make devices for smoothing wallpaper that are strips of aluminum with plastic handles that come in 12" and 24" widths. (with a straight edge of course) I use them to "screed" plaster forms. Run it on top of the set plaster, after 20 minutes, and you can get a very smooth surface. iffetorbay 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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