1: Are your parts exact reproductions of Delta parts?
Yes, pretty much so. But there are differences in parts through the years, and indeed from part to part on the same machine. As these parts originally were made manually variations do exist and can be detected by eye. The only notable departure currently from OEM is the threading for the phenolic ball on the Pilot wheel levers. The originals are 5/16 by 24 tpi, the repros are 3/8 by 16 tpi.2: How can I treat unplated steel to prevent rusting?
Many Delta fasteners were painted to match the machine (gray), or you can clear coat with spray laquer.3: Is nickel plating historically accurate?
After consulting with several known experts in the field of Delta-ness, the answer is we don't know for sure, but do know it varied. Nickel plating and Cad plating may have been used in various original samples, as well as no plating at all and parts that were simply painted. The nickel plating we use is .0005 thickness and intended primarily for protection from rusting and with secondary concerns towards historical accuracy.4: How do you ship?
All items shipped United States Priority mail with tracking number provided. Shipping and handling costs are a flat $4.95 regardless of amount ordered.5: Do you ship to Canada?
Yes, please contact me for shipping quote.6. Do you ship anywhere else in the world?
Sorry, no, not at this time.7: Is my satisfaction guaranteed?
Yes.8: Do you take checks?
Yes - Checks and money orders welcome, please contact us for details.9. How do I measure threads?
For SAE, first
measure the diameter of the threaded portion, (preferably using
calipers,) and round off to the nearest 1/16th of an inch, example,
next, determine the number of threads per inch by counting the
number of points per inch minus one. (i.e., don't count the
last crest,) example,
OR, use a thread pitch gage, (often found in a tap and die
set)
For internal
threads, find a known SAE machine screw or tap that
screws in.
For Metric, who
cares?