Thread: Miter saw table issue

Jim, I am not a lathe expert, and no zip about Craftsman , I see you are in Arizona, and we (this forum) based in Australia.

Without being rude (or at least trying not to be ) may I suggest you contact a n American wood forum, you may get clearer answers, then again some smart knob here will likely pop up the answer to your question.

I have a Jet 10" Contractors Saw. If I raise the the blade up too high the drive pulley on the spindle will rub on the cast iron top of the machine. That could be one thing to check, another that comes to mind is that the bearings on that main spindle may be starting to wear out which can give a metal on metal "grinding" noise.
Other than what I have suggested I am at a loss to recommend anything without being in your workshop and listening to the noise

Tonto,
I did realize you folks are in Australia, but thought I might give it a try. I have a U.S based forum that I also
Belong to that helps. Your forum has helped in the past.
Thanks for the note,
Jim

Chambezio,
Good thought about the bearing. Lowering the blade didn't help.
I appreciate the note and will get sorted out one way or another.
Thanks again,
Jim
P.S. you're more than welcome to come and visit us here on America.

Not familiar with your saw so this is just a stab in the dark. That nut you mentioned may only need a spring washer to allow you to get the right tension. Some dry lube in the sliding bits may be some help also.
Regards
John

Thanks all. I believe I have it sorted out. Clean slide plates and dry lube on plates seemed to do the trick.

Again, thanks to all that responded.
Jim