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   JohnWW | Jan 31, 2008 05:44pm | #1

   Can you give me the model number of the saw?

   John White

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   propboys | Jan 31, 2008 05:58pm | #2

   The model # is:  KS55FN-349

   The bed measures 20" wide by 27" deep

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   JohnWW | Jan 31, 2008 06:55pm | #3

   If this is a Craftsman saw it should have a model number like 113.24731 on a small metal plate attached to the housing, it is usually, but not always on the infeed side.  They have used that numbering system for the last 60 or 70 years. 

   The number you are giving me sounds like the model number off of an Emerson electric motor.

   John W.

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   propboys | Jan 31, 2008 08:22pm | #4

   You're right.  I foud this number: 113.12170

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   JohnWW | Jan 31, 2008 09:06pm | #5

   Thanks, that's what I needed.

   I went to look up your saw at a web site for tool collectors, but the site is down at the moment.  As soon as I can get on, I'll take a look at a photo of your saw and I'll get back to you.

   John W.

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   JohnWW | Feb 01, 2008 06:30pm | #6

   Sorry to bug you on this but where was that number on your saw?  My references give that number as belonging to a Craftsman electric motor.

   John White

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   propboys | Feb 02, 2008 01:09am | #7

   Sorry,

    

   I had my wife read me that number over the phone.  You're right, it was the motor.  Let's try this one:  101 02162

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   JohnWW | Feb 03, 2008 01:39am | #8

   A good number. You have a saw made by Atlas Press for Craftsman, probably in the late 40's thru thru the mid 50's although I am not positive about the dates.Apparently these are very solidly made saws, Atlas made good machinery, and quite heavy for their size, so it might be worth investing in upgrading the fence. I have never actually used or repaired one of these saws, so I can't give you a first hand opinion about them.On the down side, the saw only takes an 8 inch blade and more than likely has a 1/2 inch arbor, but you can get good 8" blades from Forrest and Ridge Carbide, and others, with either 1/2" arbor holes or 5/8" holes and small adapter bushings. It also has a small table that will limit your crosscut capacity.The saw's table has a flat machined front edge, the same as saws being made today, so you will be able to mount an aftermarket fence on the table without too much trouble. The one thing you will need to find out is how wide the front table edge, the top to bottom height, the fence you are considering needs, but the manufacturer should be able to tell you that. Some fence systems also need a machined back table edge, which your saw probably has, and may have a lower limit on how small a table, from front to back, the fence can be fitted to. The greater problem in all this is that all of the modern fences are made for much larger 10" saws and they may just be too large for your small machine. Again you will need to find out from the fence's manufacturer what is needed, but most fences are quite adaptable. There is probably little point in asking them about the specific model saw that you have, I suspect that they won't have a clue about a saw that old. John White

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   propboys | Feb 03, 2008 07:31pm | #9

   Thanks for the info.  I'm looking at a Vega Pro.  I'll contact them with my saw parameters and see what they say.  The saw is very durable and runs like a top and trues to the table quite nicely.  I think it's worth invesstigating.  Agaiin, thanks for thew info.