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23rd September 2018, 10:48 PM #1
Hyco scroll saw restoration - help needed
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I’m part way through a hyco scroll saw restoration.
Now I’m getting close to reassembling the scroll saw, I have been looking at my options for the blade connection to the saw.
Currently I have two bolts at each end that are tightened to hold the blade in place.
I believe this design is inefficient and I remembered seeing a better design on this forum. As depicted the following design is what I would love to get my hands on.
I have no metal work equipment to make a pair of these myself. Does anyone know where I can get some of these turned or else can help out?
Thanks in advance
Cheers stew
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24th September 2018, 11:51 AM #2Senior Member
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Hi Stew,
I have one of these scroll saws. It's not in good shape. When first purchased, I ran it before stripping it down and I broke several blades trying to understand the tension adjustment and that clunky double bolt blade gripping system. The crank on mine also intermittently locks up, and there is lots of wear in the slide mechanism, so I gave up and its now waiting for a full re-build which will involve considerable re-machining/re-building of components.
I was planning on making a set of those quick fit blade grippers, and can easily make 4 instead of two. The only catch is that I won't have time to do this for a few months. I'm part way through making a sawmill and I can't afford to get distracted from that until it's done - its taking up all my spare workshop and driveway space at the moment. But if you can make a sketch of the part, and get suitable material for two sets, I'm happy to make one set for you. Maybe Michael (localele) can provide dimensions?
Graham.
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24th September 2018, 02:55 PM #3
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24th September 2018, 03:00 PM #4Senior Member
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Stew,
OK, as long as you're not in a hurry.
My saw came from Lyle, I'll talk to him about the gearbox, but I really should find out what's wrong with mine first.
Your saw is looking great. Keep the pictures coming, I'm getting inspired to start mine when the sawmill's done.
Graham.
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24th September 2018, 11:14 PM #5
I also have one of these saws and would be keen to get a set of the blade holders if you can make 3. The double bolt set up is less than optimal. Happy to provide the material for all three sets if you are ok to turn the extra OBR.
Those were the droids I was looking for.
https://autoblastgates.com.au
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25th September 2018, 08:06 AM #6
I have a post on the restoration and rebuild of mine on here also. These holders were discussed in that thread. I haven’t gotten around to making any yet either.
I’m guessing a small batch could easily find homes.…..Live a Quiet Life & Work with your Hands
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25th September 2018, 09:16 AM #7Senior Member
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OK, 4 sets and counting But this isn't going to happen until early next year at the earliest. My sawmill has turned into a huge project and I really don't want to get distracted from finishing it.
I'm keen to understand how these fit into the saw, what length they need to be, any critical dimensions, what blade length to purchase, where to purchase blades etc. Hopefully Michael (localele) will see this and be able to give us some dimensions.
Graham.
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25th September 2018, 09:17 AM #8
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25th September 2018, 09:35 PM #9
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I talked to Mike this arvo and he’s going to make multiple pairs (up to ten) in mild steel or brass in the next couple of weeks. He will post when they are available.
Cheers stew
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26th September 2018, 02:50 AM #10
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26th September 2018, 07:37 AM #11Senior Member
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This sounds like a better plan. I don't need to do anything
Did Mike mention price?
Graham.
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26th September 2018, 07:56 AM #12
He will let us know price once he has worked it out
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12th October 2018, 06:05 PM #13
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Mike has finished making ten pairs of holders and lock nuts. He is charging $70 plus postage.
Can you please pm him if you are interested to work out postage and payment.
Cheers stewart
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12th October 2018, 06:34 PM #14GOLD MEMBER
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I'd like a set too please. But pm "mike"?? Is that oldbiker ??
Lyle.
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12th October 2018, 06:35 PM #15
Sorry localele
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