Circa Oct. 1945
Model 17-206
After searching for many months I was beginning to wonder when I’d find one that wasn’t either on the east coast or priced way above my budget. Finally one night this beautiful machine popped up on craigslist and I was able to get it for a fair price.
It came complete and in good condition with a 1hp RI motor, slo-speed gear reduction unit, and the foot lever attachment. I’m very happy with it. My poor Craftsman/Atlas is now dwarfed next to it’s much larger gray brother.
17-860 Slow Speed Attachment
i have a drill press same as yours. im in process of restoring it to working condition. i wonder if you do have copy of a manual and parts list regarding to this type of drill press. i can provide you more information and pics if you like. thank you!
I too have a similar machine, surplus from Douglas Aircraft – parts list is on line here: http://www.mikestools.com/download/Delta-Parts-Lists/17-213-17-Inch-Drill-Press-Old-Style-with-DP-600-Z-Head-Casting-DP10.pdf
but I haven’t found an owners manual. And I want to know what the handle and gear assembly (#21-24 and 67-69 on the parts list) are for – My compound gear (# 111 on the callout) is stripped, so I need a replacement, or will have to make one – if you or anyone else needs (or has) them, let me know. It is a 2 part gear, so replacing only the cast iron part (wiht bronze) seems practical.
I found the parts I needed – I ended up with three of the table mounted version of these drill presses, used parts from one – it’s interesting the subtle variations between the Delta and the Delta/Rockwell – so now I have two complete units to dispose of and plenty of parts – I’m near Los Angeles, so if anyone needs anything , please go to my web site, http://www.wbnoble.com, find my email, and contact me with your needs. I can offer a whole drill press, working for $50 if you come and pick it up (I did remove the motor to make it easier to handle) – these all have 3 phase 220/440 motors, and I have both the #2 morse tape quill and the #33 jacobs taper quill
Hi: I wish to buy a replacement quill return spring for my Rockwell Delta 15″ drill press. The model number is, 15-017 HELP! Jim Annal
Jim, try Delta first, if that fails then Ebay or the OWWM sale forum.
Luke
I have one very similar but I believe it pre-dates this one. The belt cover is a cast piece that only covers the front pully. I’ve restored it but it makes a knocking sound when pressure is applied out of alignment with the axis of rotation. I know this is not designed to be used with sanding drums and wire wheels, but it is very convenient for that use. I believe the noise is coming from the sliding spline gear due to play in the lower bearing. Any comments?
George,
Best thing is to take it apart and see what is going on. I haven’t had mine apart yet so wouldn’t be able to help you too much. A post over at owwm.org will get you more answers especially if you have pics of the suspected parts.
My grandpa past away and he left me a Delta Milwaukee drill press 17′ Model #62610 1/2 HP that I need help knowing how much to ask for in a sale. Looks great but the motor is froze up, you can hear it but it is not turning the belts.
Loni,
I don’t do appraisals. Machine value is as varied as anyone’s opinion. What’s it worth to you? Where are you located? Location will dictate the price you can set as well.
Help. I took apart my old delta floor model drill press (WWII vinatage) . Now I can’t seem to get the spindle recoil spring back in place. Ther must be a trick to it. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Tom Allum
thanks you
I have a Delta 17. Its motor is set for high voltage and the wiring plate on the back is scratched off. Can some one please help?
Looking for a pulley for a old 17″ delta drill press. I cant find a model number on it any place? All I can find is the serial number. Where can I look to try to find the model number for it??? Can anyone help ? Thanks Chris
Tom, if you check out owwm.com and look in the publications section you can probably find a parts breakdown of that dp. That’ll help and if you still have questions then check out owwm.org – try the search feature to look for info on the subject.
Luke
I have a Delta Drill press that I would like to sell but all I have is the serial# 9242 it is 1/3 HP and 115 Volts it is about 11 years old that is all I know about it. Can you help?
Thanks
Kelly
I have a Delta Drill press that I would like to sell but all I have is the serial # 9242 it is 1/3 HP and 115 Volts it is about 11 years old. That is all I know about it. Can you help?
Thanks,
Kelly
Josh:
I just acquired a beautiful Delta 17″ drill press and just finished wiring it this last week. for 120 volt single phase your wiring is as follows… red and green connected-
black and yellow connected, line power in will be white to red and green and black to black and yellow. I hope this makes sense to you, please be careful to properly install the switch; a single pole. use a continuity tester before powering up to make sure you are switched ok.
Yes, I’m here in Milwaukee probably accounts for the good condition of my drill press; nice to be near the source!!
Good luck, Josh. Sincerely, Christopher
I have a delta drill press very simular to the pics above but it is a 1hp. the drill press is Delta, the motor is GE TRI/Clad Capasitor motor 1725 RPM # 5KC182AG201D. 115/230 votls Amps 13/6.5 and the starter is Westinghouse class 11200/50 De-Ion starter mesh.S 1116668A.
I need a new start botton, any ideas where to look thanks, Jess
I have a Delta/Milwaukee floor-standing drill press, Model number 74-1355 In mint condition. Can anyone help me with a manufacturing date and/or manual for it?
Thanks much
Anyboy looking for a pinion shaft?
$20.00 before shipping.
I have the same drill press. I sure wish I could find a slo-speed gear reduction unit for it. I was a machinist and I have large drill bits that reqire a slow speed. Any ideas where I could find one. Thanks! Matt
i also have the same drill press can you tell me the year it was made
Looking for a manual for the 17″ old style drill press. Can anyone help? Does anyone know how to replace the existing chuck with a keyless chuck?
Alan,
You can find a manual on the owwm.com website.
Luke
I am looking for a vintage Delta bench top for my new shop. my email address is scfarnham@gmail.com
looking for model of drill press I have.Delta 1hp motor.A plate on the side has plate stamped with the number 27.No other identification can be found.
Thank you
What is the value of a press like that?
Ihave and old delta drill press model 19-6972 need to know how old it is
i have a Delta Milwaukee Drill press Model 47-5295. can anyone tell me what it is worth.
I’m in great need of a spindle recoil spring for a Delta/Milwaukee cast-iron drill press. Serial no for press is 93-1551. Trying to restore my grandfather’s woodworking equipment. Can you help a girl out?
Hello,
Im rebuilding a delta 1370 DP… i have run into a snag. the lower spindle assembly is connected to the Quill.. and there is a lock nut that i believe hold the two together.. i suspect that there is a bearing between them.. i have removed the cap screw on the inner inside of the quill that is in the bottom of the spindle sleeve. did you perform this operation when you rebuilt your drill press? If so.. and advice?
Respectfully,
David Edgerly
New Bedford, Ma.
508-998-8172