Recent content by GreenCoyote

Hello - I just found an apple crusher that I've started fixing... Pics to come soon.. >Has a galvanized hopper >Rotted wood underside >1/3 HP motor @ 1750 RPM >12" wheel to the motor ...I've already taken it apart, cleaned it, and started to replace the wood base. ...Question is about...

I like the idea of leaving it alone, and giving it a good cleaning before I use it... And a coat of oil between uses.... I'll probably paint the exterior just to keep it nice... I went back to the house where I found this one, and there was another one in the basement, along with several...

Thanks... I'm thinking that maybe I'll just paint it with regular paint. but when I use it, I'll lay a piece of plastic over the tub so the juice just runs over it... Although I'm not sure if plastic is any better then cured paint...Maybe it doesn't matter...

Thanks! - I also found the apple grinder....

Hello All, I just saved an apple press from a barn scheduled for demo. It's in very good condition except the basin is slightly oxidized. I can't find a food safe paint to paint it with... That's OK... Maybe I can treat it with mineral oil? Conditioning / maintenance suggestions? Photos...