What 235mm circular saw with 2000?

[aussie280]

Hi guys I've just got hold on a NOS 2000 workbench unopened. A great bargin find. So I just need a 235 circular saw. But which one? With the new circular saws coming out with magnesium bases I'm thinking there would be less flex these days?

Has anyone used these type of saws with the 2000 setup or should I go with Triton (original design) saw?

Any help is appreciated.

Kev
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[Sam]

Shameless plug - I've got one for sale, if you're interested in a 'used' one.

http://www.woodworkforums.com/f221/gmc-platinum-2300w-235mm-saw-brand-new-condition-156981/

Sam

[Bushmiller]

Kev

I think a lot will come down to your budget and what you can get your hands on. I wouldn't discount anything except the very cheapest end of the spectrum and I am not having a dig at GMC here as although I don't know about Sam's saw I have a 185mm GMC.

I would say that at some stage you are likely to ask a lot of the saw, as in full depth ripping of long pieces of hardwood; Hence my thoughts of using a good brand.

I inherited a Mk3 Triton saw with a Makita 235mm already installed. It is a no frills workhorse which has seen huge amounts of work and unreasonable abuse. The blade has been replaced and sharpened many, many times.

I also have a 235mm Triton saw (the older squarish shape) which I had assumed I would put on the Mk3, but the Makita is still going strong.

The fact is that you can use anything you want and replace it at any time you want or have to. I would recommend you use a fine kerf blade whichever brand you decide upon.

Regards
Paul

[_fly_]

My local aldi just brought theirs down from 89.99 to 69.99.
235mm 2000 Watt so I got one of those.
Waverley gardens if that helps.
I also grabbed a lithiam 18V drill for 59 I think it was.
They had 20 bucks off from usual price.

[aussie280]

Hi guys...I know years ago HitachI C9 used to be the go..with some saws the hinges on the 0-45 degree plane used to flex a little and would deflect slightly when cutting hard wood....or am I making things up...if you think this is no longer a problem then I can save some pennies and get something cheaper like Masters 909 brand saw...I like the magnesium base looks nice and strong...no flex ...hmm Always liked the early triton saw though..any s/hand for sale?

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[aussie280]

Thanks Sam ...I'm not keen on GMC gear no offence....mind you in reality 909 is prob on par..main difference is the 909 base and how 0-45 brackets are attached.

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[Pac man]

Before you buy the Makita search "Saw Slump" and Triton either on google or the forum.
It is a known problem that the MAKITA saw with its aluminium base will slump away from the table requiring you to buy the saw stabilising bracket.
Saw slump = PITA
Saw + bracket = $$$$$
Buying a saw as per other members have recommended =:D

[Bushmiller]

Before you buy the Makita search "Saw Slump" and Triton either on google or the forum.
It is a known problem that the MAKITA saw with its aluminium base will slump away from the table requiring you to buy the saw stabilising bracket.
Saw slump = PITA
Saw + bracket = $$$$$
Buying a saw as per other members have recommended =:D

Thanks Pac man

I forgot to mention my set up does indeed have that bracket. As I inherited it I had assumed that this was standard practice with all saws and not a problem with Makita.

Regards
Paul

[Pac man]

Mine did not come with the bracket. I remember a very long day trying to set up the saw and going balmy in the process. Strange really as this is the saw that features on the old video and DVD. Must have been why George invented it.
Quick visit to the Triton demonstrator at the local hardware sorted it ( yep a while ago)

[TritonTools]

Hi Kev,</SPAN></SPAN>

The Triton Saw TSA001 is easily the best option when considering a saw for a Workcentre.</SPAN></SPAN>

It is very powerful, has a good quality blade and can be fine tuned. </SPAN></SPAN>

The key features are;</SPAN></SPAN>


Powerful Motor</SPAN></SPAN>
Cast base plate with extra strong mounting of the saw body</SPAN></SPAN>
Unique angle trimmer so that the saw blade angle can be fine tuned to a zero point </SPAN></SPAN>
Trimmer for fine tuning blade height down to fractions of a mm</SPAN></SPAN>
Can be used with the eccentric cams on the Workcentre slide chassis for fine tuning</SPAN></SPAN>
Positive location of popular angles when using as a bevel cut saw at 0,15,22.5,30 and 45 degrees</SPAN></SPAN>


The Hitachi C9SA2 would also work very well in a Workcentre. It is robust, well made and has a good cast base. It is not as powerful as the Triton saw but as a general rule will be perfectly adequate.</SPAN></SPAN>

For many years (until we developed the Triton Saw) the Hitachi C9 saw was the saw of choice for a Workcentre when we were asked for a recommendation. All Triton demonstrators used Hitachi tools for demonstrating and we generally used them when we took photos for catalogues but we also mixed in Makita and Bosch when we could so that we could show that the Triton Workcentre and Router Table were truly versatile. The genesis of Triton was that customers had the power tools and then bought the Workcentre.</SPAN></SPAN>

To sum up, it is our strong recommendation that you buy the Triton saw. If you decide to use the Hitachi then it will work very well and will require just a little more fine tuning to get right. We still marvel at just what you can achieve with a well set up Workcentre with quality saw fitted.</SPAN></SPAN>


TritonTools

[VEK TOOLS]

Agree with above, the two most popular saws we sell for guys with work enters are the triton & hitachi. The last couple of years it seams more are swinging towards the triton, interestingly we are still to see a triton saw come back for a warranty repair which is a great sign for quality workmanship

[dazza]

I've just taken delivery this week of a new triton 9 1/4" saw and the front label is missing already and only been used briefly in my 2000 workcentre, doesn't auger well for the future if a sticker can only last a week?

[Treecycle]

Hi guys...I know years ago HitachI C9 used to be the go..with some saws the hinges on the 0-45 degree plane used to flex a little and would deflect slightly when cutting hard wood....or am I making things up...if you think this is no longer a problem then I can save some pennies and get something cheaper like Masters 909 brand saw...I like the magnesium base looks nice and strong...no flex ...hmm Always liked the early triton saw though..any s/hand for sale?

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Is the Masters 909 brand a reincarnation of GMC?