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5th July 2018, 02:18 PM #1Novice
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Bandsaw guide blocks
G’day Woodies.
I have an old Tatry/DeWalt bandsaw. The guide blocks are getting a little slim. Can anyone tell me where I might obtain replacements?
Is there material suitable for making similar block?
Thanks..Matt
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7th July 2018, 10:51 AM #2Member
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You can make your own using lignum vitae if you are lucky enough to find some. I have used it for years successfully because the wood is naturally oily and wears extremely well.
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7th July 2018, 11:58 AM #3SENIOR MEMBER
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https://www.ebay.co.uk/p/Set-of-4-DE...7-00/765821561
Might have more luck searching for DW738 guides, looks to be the same BS as yours. The above link has the Tatry models listed as compatible as well.
Edit: Here's a link through ebay.com.au. https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/1-X-Blac...oAAOSwk1haJcl~
The shipping and GST will be 7x the price of one guide... Yeeesh. Maybe Dewalt Australia would be willing to order the guides for you?
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9th July 2018, 02:25 PM #4
I ran hardwood blocks in my saw for years. Did not have any lignum vitae but jarrah did fine. A rub of candle wax from time to time. When they got worn a quick true up on a sander. The saw ran a lot quieter than with the original metal blocks and was likely kinder on the blades.
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John
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9th July 2018, 03:28 PM #5Novice
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Thankyou for your thoughtful replies.
Cheers..Matt
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A bit of iron bark or gidgee will rub up as smooth as glass.
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10th July 2018, 07:04 PM #7SENIOR MEMBER
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I used Jarrah for years. worked well.
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10th July 2018, 08:17 PM #8
Or you could try the latest in guides from the US, Cool Blocks https://www.olsonsaw.net/shop/band-saw-blades/accessories/cool-blocks-band-saw-blade-guides
BTW if you do, get some of this too, works a treat https://www.olsonsaw.net/shop/coping...bricant-stick/Neil____________________________________________Every day presents an opportunity to learn something new
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