Boxcar base for a Kelsey 5x8

Katydid
on 28 Mar 09 (17:52)

Hi guys.

I have a 5x8 Kelsey, and will be beginning with polymer plates. I’m going to get a base from boxcar, and I’m having a hard time figuring out how it will fit in my bed. Will I need to use furniture and quoins, or does it adhere somehow? After researching on Boxcar and here I’m still unclear and could use some feedback. Thanks in advance.

Kate

Maryline
on 28 Mar 09 (18:14)

http://www.boxcarpress.com/community/letterpress-training-video.html

check the “Base lockup and cleaning video”

And yes, you will need quoins and furniture to lock in in the chase!

AdLibPress
on 28 Mar 09 (19:03)

And be sure to get a small enough base to leave room for grippers and gauge pins.

Sal J Zampino
on 29 Mar 09 (14:14)

Katy,

I can help with new wood furniture and small quoins if you
need them.

Sal

Katydid
on 4 Apr 09 (16:51)

I’d definitely be interested in getting wood furniture and small quoins for my press. Do you have a website, or can I email you for more information?

mishatea
on 9 Apr 09 (12:08)

Hi
I have a Kelsey 5x8 with a boxcar base- they cut it down for me to 4.25x7.25 and I can fit one quoin on the top and one on the side.
Michele