Thread: Finally done, Bridgeport restoration

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I finally bought a bridgeport knee mill, after much searching and research I decided to by a used (most are as the new are partially imported and not said to be the quality as old) and totally restored/overhauled the beast, using it pretty much exclusively for hot rod parts (inspired by Steve). After consulting the local machinist who told me not to get into the head, which is a vari-speed model I did, I figured the ol' thing lasted 45 years and it won't hurt to go through it and replace all bearings and belts besides it reassures me I won't ever have to now. All went well and isn't beyond anything like rebuilding a motor, and the actual restoration was closer to restoring a car as these things where 100% body filled from the factory! I used auto urethane paint on top of epoxy primer. I installed a power feed and 3 axis digital readout, now its done I can't believe I have been without one so long! I used my Cinncinnati lathe for small face milling but really missed not having a mill. It turned out to be a great winter project and as everyone with a Bridgeport knows its a tool thats worth having. They both go together like Beans & Weenies I guess. I never took any before pics, I guess I should, have but trust me there is not a stitch of original paint left on her. Sorry the pic isn't rotated 90 degrees, I can't figure that out as its only like that after importing it? Bridgeport.jpg My unrestored lathe Cincinatti.jpg