Vintage Windmill and Wind Generator Forum

Just to add to the discussion, here is some history of this Dempster.

Unfortunately, the Windmill was not maintained for at least the last 20 years.

We just recently bought the property the Windmill is on.

The tail spring was broken, the pitman arms were both broken, and all the gears were ...

windybob and Windcatcher530 Dan,

Thanks for your replys, windybob I'll work on that ring, and the bearing race.

I'll report back to you on my progress.

Thanks again for your help!

Kevin

To All,

Thank you for allowing me into your forum.

I need help with a Dempster 12A 8ft motor rebuild. (First time at trying this)

I have most of the motor disassembled except for the main shaft.


Motor Mostly Disassembled.jpg


The main shaft feels like it is stuck from sliding out (it does ...