I'm hoping someone might help with my mixer.
I'm going to pull it apart and service/paint thing to make it pretty for its place on the counter. It's a n50, model 16472-m, which I believe they made from 1960s till the early 80s.
I oiled the 2 oil ports and ran it. Seems a little noise in 2. One is quiet.
It being older, it doesn't have latches to keep the bowel in place. I tried a batch of cookie dough with the paddle. When the dough came together, the paddle created a side to side movement which pops the bowel loose. Is there anything that is suppose to be in the slides which takes up the play? I see the clip is broken off which would keep the stud on the bowel in place.
I'm seeing the play between the pedestal stalk and the moveable bowel support.
I think I'm going to find someone to paint the various pieces. A bit concerned with keeping the abrasive from media blasting out of the all the inside parts.
Michael
Just got the bowel clip in. There was an additional piece underneath which makes it too tight. Perhaps the clip arrangement varied through the years?
That older N50 is a great unit to restore, solid build quality and worth keeping in top shape. The issue you’re describing with the bowl moving side to side is pretty common when the clip or the slide channels wear out or when the small retaining piece underneath gets slightly bent. Sometimes, a thin washer or shim can help reduce the play, but it’s important not to overtighten it or you’ll stress the housing.
When you start repainting, make sure to disassemble completely before blasting. Any abrasive left inside the gearbox can cause serious wear over time. It’s smart to tape and seal openings before painting or powder coating. If you’re considering refinishing the base or surrounding area, you can visit here to explore surface prep and coating options that handle both metal and enamel finishes well, it might help you find the right approach for a smooth, durable finish.
Once everything’s cleaned and reassembled, re-grease thoroughly and test on a low setting before full use. That small step saves a lot of trouble later.