Dayton Bandsaw

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First, for those that may not know.....I AM NOT A WELDER.  I am home hobbyist who likes to tinker.  likes old tools (and new!), and does not depend on my tools to make a living.  That being said, here's a Dayton Band saw that I bought at an estate sale for the princely sum of $40.  If nothing else, I know I will get $40 of enjoyment out of it.  I failed to take a picture before I did some disassembly, but it is complete......just not shown complete in the photos.  I have several photos , so this may take a couple of posts.The ID Plate -

Is Dayton still  in business?  I found new saws that are branded Dayton, but could not find a web site........but maybe I missed it.Any idea where to get a manual?  Again, I searched, but did not turn up anything other than a sold eBay item.  The Motor ID Plate -

The saw.....after I had already started stripping it down -

The gear box.  What should I refill with?  There was a paper like gasket......what is appropriate to use as a replacement?

Here's the lead screw for the vise.  It looks like the block on the lead screw broke away from the the other piece shown.  Do this look factory?  Or a previous repair?

One more post should do it.....stay tuned.Joe
Reply:What is this lever for?

Lastly, I like that it has (albeit tiny) a little cutting table (I guess that is what it is) for upright use.  This is not a great picture, but you can see it just above the drive wheel.  About the size of an index card.

Oh.....any ideas on the age?Thanks in advance for any and all comments!Joe
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Originally Posted by AlabamaJoe

What is this lever for?

Lastly, I like that it has (albeit tiny) a little cutting table (I guess that is what it is) for upright use.  This is not a great picture, but you can see it just above the drive wheel.  About the size of an index card.

Oh.....any ideas on the age?Thanks in advance for any and all comments!Joe
Reply:Yep.... looks like they're still in business alright

https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/company/0070987D:USProbably a late 80's early 90's saw.... I just put sticky grease in my gearbox.. but there are some here that would say go with cornhead greases or a mix.The vices never had a real good connection so it can be whatever you want it to be

I have seen the vertical tables have an add-on piece that extends it's size... hard to say on yours without a better pic.I see 12V beat me to the post  

and yeh, the 'lever' is a bump stop for rep cuts.
Reply:I guess I might as well be the one to start THE GREAT DEBATE

Modern copy of that saw spec's 140wt gear oil for the gearbox.  Grease won't flow, and it won't lubricate properly.
Reply:Nice.  Looks lightly used.  I typically ran 90 at oil.  I tried grease and wore the teeth off the gear.  Is there a blade shield for it???  My first band saw was a Dayton similar to that, it had wheels.  You got a real 1/3 motor.  Newer import bandsaw motors are not properly rated.  Check the guide bearing for squareness if worn then replace them before reassembly.  It will save much frustration when trying to get true cuts.
Reply:Nice score. Here are a couple websites that show some modifications to that type of saw. You may find them useful or give you some ideas. https://www.gadgetbuilder.com/BandSaw.htmlhttp://mikesworkshop.weebly.com/bandsaw-vice.htmlThis one has some really good ways to clamp oddball or small material:http://s3.cnccookbook.com/CCMiniBandsaw.htmMillermatic 252 MIGMiller Dynasty 200DX TIGMiller Spectrum 625 PlasmaAltas 12x36 Metal LatheBridgeport Milling Machinewww.psacustomcreations.com
Reply:Many thanks to those who have replied.

Originally Posted by 12V71

The little "lever" is a stop for repetitive cuts, Dayton is a brand name used by W.W. Grainger.