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by Scottman
Sat Mar 04, 2017 12:46 pm
Forum: 3-in-1 Metalworking Machines
Topic: Ames Triplex
Replies: 16
Views: 31128

Re: Ames Triplex

Hi,

RN, I believe you're correct about the counterweight. That is one of the issues with my machine. The counterweight is not connected, so that is something I will need to sort out.

Scott
by Scottman
Thu Mar 02, 2017 3:44 pm
Forum: 3-in-1 Metalworking Machines
Topic: Ames Triplex
Replies: 16
Views: 31128

Re: Ames Triplex

Here are some pics, RN.

Sorry for the delay.

Scott
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by Scottman
Fri Feb 24, 2017 7:56 pm
Forum: 3-in-1 Metalworking Machines
Topic: Ames Triplex
Replies: 16
Views: 31128

Re: Ames Triplex

Hello, I have recently purchased one of these fascinating machines (SN 1065). It seems to have been well-respected throughout its working life and is generally in very good shape for an 80 year old machine. It has been several different colours throughout its life but everything seems to work, excep...