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  1. 23rd June 2006, 09:20 PM #1
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    Default carbatec 14" saw, hints needed.

    I bought one of these last week, assembled it & have resawn a few pieces of softwood by way of experiment. All is adjusted according to the manual & it is working OK, but I am wondering if anyone has a few hints on getting the best from it.
    I do have a 3 tpi blade in it, bought as an extra.
    I know there are better brands out there but it was available on the day, reasonable value & I was in the ute so it seemed like a good idea.
    Thanks for any tips that may be offered, Bill
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    Default Bandsaw fine tuning

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    Here is a document which whilst a little old, is worthwhile,

    http://www.owwm.com/files/PDF/FAQ/110124076.pdf

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    The 3TPI blade is a great start for resawing.
    I have probably the same bandsaw.

    I have upgraded a few components that have made a good difference to its performance and function:

    1 - Ceramic blade guides and thrust bearings.
    2 - Kreg Precision Bandsaw Fence (very nice indeed).
    3 - Wheel brush to keep bottom wheel clean (which also seems to keep top wheel clean)
    4 - Bandsaw Blade Lubricant stick (makes blades last twice as long).
    5 - PowerTwist link belts (havent installed as yet but I'm sure they will help with the vibration).

    It all comes at a cost but I'm very happy with the performance now.

    Also, ensure both top and bottom wheels are co-planar using a straight edge when the wheels are under tension by your most used blade.
    How much wood could the woodchuck chuck if the woodchuck could chuck wood?
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  5. 27th June 2006, 08:39 PM #4
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dean
    2 - Kreg Precision Bandsaw Fence (very nice indeed).
    Agree with that - way better than the standard fence on my EB B/S!
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