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Thread: Carbatec or Sherwood 14"
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18th October 2008, 08:06 PM #1
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Carbatec or Sherwood 14"
Guys,
I am looking for a 14" bandsaw for general woodworking and making composite archery bows. The two i have named are in my price range, who owns either of these and what are you likes dislikes. The carbates i am looking at is the single speed. I may also look at a Hafco unit but the distributor i found in perth wants a $100 delivery no matter where it goes to in perth. All your comments are appreciated.
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28th October 2008, 10:01 PM #2
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if you have to buy one of the three i would go the c-tec..bob
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29th October 2008, 07:10 AM #3
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I have the Carbatec SW-1401 model which is probably the one you are referring to?
I find it adequate for my needs and once set up correctly can do a good job. I have made some changes/upgrades to it however that have made it a much better saw...
1. Added a Kreg Precision Bandsaw Fence.
2. Changed the stock blade guides for ceramic guides.
3. Added a link belt to the motor to reduce vibration.How much wood could the woodchuck chuck if the woodchuck could chuck wood?
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30th October 2008, 11:56 AM #4
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I have the Sherwood. Trust me don't buy it.
Re the delivery, you can fit the 14" BS in a normal car. I did.Bodgy
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2nd November 2008, 01:12 PM #5
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I've got the C/Tec unit and it is fantastic - no problems and very accurate. I have 1 piece of S/wood equipment and it is rubbish.
Go with CT or something else.
Cheers SB
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