Dave Boyt
ArboristSite Guru
2-ton planer
It is a 24" Yates-American wood planer, with a 15 hp 440V 3-phase drive motor. Two tons is what I figure it weighs. Yes, you DO need one, and chances of finding another such fine example of vintage woodworking equipment is slim. Scrap metal prices are up, so you'd better act fast. Just put a bunch of money in my Pay-Pal account, and you can come get it (seriously, pm me for specifics, if you're interested). I got it to smooth some 8" square posts and beams, but never got around to hooking it up. It also includes a 220V to 440V transformer, but the 3-phase bit is up to you. The fellow in Pennsylvania wants to rebuild it and ship it to South America where OSHA won't shut it down.
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Dave
It is a 24" Yates-American wood planer, with a 15 hp 440V 3-phase drive motor. Two tons is what I figure it weighs. Yes, you DO need one, and chances of finding another such fine example of vintage woodworking equipment is slim. Scrap metal prices are up, so you'd better act fast. Just put a bunch of money in my Pay-Pal account, and you can come get it (seriously, pm me for specifics, if you're interested). I got it to smooth some 8" square posts and beams, but never got around to hooking it up. It also includes a 220V to 440V transformer, but the 3-phase bit is up to you. The fellow in Pennsylvania wants to rebuild it and ship it to South America where OSHA won't shut it down.
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Dave
Didn't really have a better alternative. I've breathed wood dust/chippings countless times and never had an allergic reaction before... They're all going to go now,... I see Oak, Walnut and Cherry trees in my future. 
