








James rebuilt my Shopsmith 510 powerhead and it runs like it came out of the box. I have used it for a few projects so far and very happy with the service and the quality of the work!
2019 by Bruce Carlson

Thanks to James for his timely and cost-efficient repair to my drive motor. This video was the answer to keeping my Shopsmith running. It was time to change the drive belt. When I open the Shopsmith up I saw the motor wires looking just like the one in this video. James was the man to fix my problem. Thanks again James.
Thanks to James for his timely and cost-efficient repair to my drive motor. This video was the answer to keeping my Shopsmith running. It was time to change the drive belt. When I open the Shopsmith up I saw the motor wires looking just like the one in this video. James was the man to fix my problem. Thanks again James.
Thanks to James for his timely and cost-efficient repair to my drive motor. This video was the answer to keeping my Shopsmith running. It was time to change the drive belt. When I open the Shopsmith up I saw the motor wires looking just like the one in this video. James was the man to fix my problem. Thanks again James.

My unit is like new and I am very pleased with the service provided. I would recommend the Woodworking Academy for their expertise, reasonable repair costs, and going the extra distance for customer satisfaction. Bravo!
My unit is like new and I am very pleased with the service provided. I would recommend the Woodworking Academy for their expertise, reasonable repair costs, and going the extra distance for customer satisfaction. Bravo!
My unit is like new and I am very pleased with the service provided. I would recommend the Woodworking Academy for their expertise, reasonable repair costs, and going the extra distance for customer satisfaction. Bravo!

I purchased a Shopsmith Mark V on Craigslist and wanted to make sure it was operating correctly! James took the time to go over how to use the different functions of the Mark V! When I returned to pick it up he went over the repairs with me! I am extremely pleased with the work that was done! I would highly recommend James! Since having the work done I have turned about 15 bowls on my lathe!
I purchased a Shopsmith Mark V on Craigslist and wanted to make sure it was operating correctly! James took the time to go over how to use the different functions of the Mark V! When I returned to pick it up he went over the repairs with me! I am extremely pleased with the work that was done! I would highly recommend James! Since having the work done I have turned about 15 bowls on my lathe!
I purchased a Shopsmith Mark V on Craigslist and wanted to make sure it was operating correctly! James took the time to go over how to use the different functions of the Mark V! When I returned to pick it up he went over the repairs with me! I am extremely pleased with the work that was done! I would highly recommend James! Since having the work done I have turned about 15 bowls on my lathe!

James,
Just wanted to let you know I received my headstock yesterday and to thank you for the quick turnaround. I've been using it ever since I received it. It is running like a new machine! Thank you again.
James,
Just wanted to let you know I received my headstock yesterday and to thank you for the quick turnaround. I've been using it ever since I received it. It is running like a new machine! Thank you again.
James,
Just wanted to let you know I received my headstock yesterday and to thank you for the quick turnaround. I've been using it ever since I received it. It is running like a new machine! Thank you again.

When I began having speed control problems with my 40 year old Shopsmith, I was lucky to find a repair facility 80 minutes away in Raleigh, NC. I called Mr. Hopp, made an appointment, and took in the head unit. James called me in a week telling me what was needed and made the repairs quickly. I found him to be extremely knowledgeable about the machine and personable. I have no reservations recommending James if you even need Shopsmith repair work. My unit runs like new.

Dear Woodworking Academy, the quill you sent is to my liking. It is very nice and I am very happy with my parts.

James - thank you for the work on the headstock. The unit works like never before. It is too bad I had not yet found you years ago as I had another company service the unit years ago and was not very satisfied with their work.
James - thank you for the work on the headstock. The unit works like never before. It is too bad I had not yet found you years ago as I had another company service the unit years ago and was not very satisfied with their work.
James - thank you for the work on the headstock. The unit works like never before. It is too bad I had not yet found you years ago as I had another company service the unit years ago and was not very satisfied with their work.
