06-02-2014, 08:00 PM
(This post was last modified: 06-02-2014, 08:01 PM by roundrocktom.)
I have one of the original "Smithy" bandsaws, bought used in 1995 or so. It was probably 10 years old by then.
In the last year it seems like the blade just pops off more often. New blades, spring tension adjusted full tight, bushings still good.
Only thing Ive noted is the wheels do have a bevel to it. Tapers away from the flange. Before I go and "trim" the cast iron wheel, wanted to ask if anyone else has seen that issue. Keep in mind this has had 25 years of service, but still frustrating to be fitting the blade popping off.
If I use the saw in vertical mode... everything works fine, only when I put it to horizontal mode does the blade have problems.
In the last year it seems like the blade just pops off more often. New blades, spring tension adjusted full tight, bushings still good.
Only thing Ive noted is the wheels do have a bevel to it. Tapers away from the flange. Before I go and "trim" the cast iron wheel, wanted to ask if anyone else has seen that issue. Keep in mind this has had 25 years of service, but still frustrating to be fitting the blade popping off.
If I use the saw in vertical mode... everything works fine, only when I put it to horizontal mode does the blade have problems.
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