I have just invested in an old Rapidor power hacksaw (one that takes
14" blades), and it is basically sound except for the spring loaded lever assembly that engages the drive pulley. I am afraid the spring broke so farmer joe got his welder out and made nasty repairs (really truly nasty!!).He also had a go at the (single phase) electrics and bypassed a Dewhurst switch which I discovered tucked under the bed. But why would you want a reversing switch on a power hacksaw, surely thats not original?
If anyone out there has a Rapidor I would be interested if they can shed some light on the drive bits, and also it would be handy if anyone knows if they had a saw-activated electrical cut-off - via Dewhurst or otherwise. In fact any info would be more than I have now.
Ta, Steve