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I just bought a nice Edison Fireside for $199.00, from a local antique mall. It is missing the crank, reproducer and a horn, plus a knob for either speed control or to switch between 2 & 4 minutes. It looks like something is missing from the motor?

You're missing the entire governor assembly, as well as the speed control screw under the bedplate.

Thank you!

I found a Governor assembly, I just need to find a speed control knob.

Edisonfan wrote: Sun Mar 30, 2025 12:26 pm Thank you!

I found a Governor assembly, I just need to find a speed control knob.

I may have one. I will check and send a PM.

Steve

ChesterCheetah18 wrote: Sun Mar 30, 2025 4:36 pm

Edisonfan wrote: Sun Mar 30, 2025 12:26 pm Thank you!

I found a Governor assembly, I just need to find a speed control knob.

I may have one. I will check and send a PM.

Steve

I found a speed control knob.

Paul

I am considering buying a model K reproducer for the Fireside as it would be an ideal fit for the carriage arm?

I believe the Fireside A came with the K as original equipment.

- Bill

Thank you Lucius!

Okay, so I got a new replacement Governor, speed control screw and, locking screw for a reproducer. Also got a new gear cover as well. I will need to find a new spring , for the speed control arm. As the current one has stretched out. Found and bought a Model K reproducer.

I found out, that I need to buy paint remover or stripper, as someone paint over the oak. Also, may need a decal.

I have a complete Fireside motor available if that's any help. PM if interested.

Jerry B.