I haven't bought a new electric motor in a lot of years. Angle iron, 1/4" plate, and a little creativity can go a long way to make whatever's handy fit. My Atlas floor model drill press has two motors with a 3:1 reduction ratio and a Sprag clutch on the low speed motor to keep from overspeeding it. It's got 24 speeds. My Sunnen hone has the same setup, and 8 speeds. I doubt if I've got more than $75.00 invested in modifying both machines.

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Jerry

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