Can anyone identify this tool?

[Greg Guarino]

can click the "Newer" button for two more views. The long piece fits in the two "brackets" as shown in the second and third photos. I assume that is how it is intended to be used, even thought the fit binds a bit, possibly due to rust.

I'm sure that someone here must know the function of this item. Who'll be first?

[tuffruss]

It's a motormount. The motor bolts to the long piece and the brackets moount to the machine so the motor can swing and keep the belt tight. Often used on tablesaws and lathes.

[Twayne]

Pics aren't detailed enough, but motor mount's a good possibility. If I look at it right, I can also reference it to an old punch I used to have.

HTH,

Twayne`

[Larry Jaques]

I'll bite: Swingset hinge!

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