Delta Milwaukee 17″ Drill Press
July 2, 2007 – 10:36 pmCirca 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
14 Responses to “Delta Milwaukee 17″ Drill Press”
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!
By Adam Walter on Aug 19, 2007
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.
By bill on Feb 4, 2008
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
By bill on Mar 5, 2008
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
By James Annal on Oct 7, 2008
Jim, try Delta first, if that fails then Ebay or the OWWM sale forum.
Luke
By Luke on Oct 25, 2008
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?
By George W on Nov 10, 2008
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.
By Luke on Dec 18, 2008
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.
By Loni on Jan 19, 2009
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.
By Luke on Jan 19, 2009
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
By tom allum on Mar 11, 2009
thanks you
By tom allum on Mar 11, 2009
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?
By Josh on Mar 27, 2009
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
By chris on May 19, 2009
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
By Luke on Jul 21, 2009