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Thank You Dusty for the info on part # 514115.
I'll look into it.
Tom

Dusty.
While looking at the pic showing the adjustable collar I saw what looks like a crafted mental piece held in place by two wing nuts.
Is that something you have created to help control dust or is it something S/S sells I don't know about?
Tom

Thank You for your input; I suspect I could use a little more patience.
I think the adjustable collar and angle gauge will help too.
I appreciate the multiple ideas.
Tom

Dusty,
I've ordered a wrixey angle gauge which i plan to use with my adjustable collar.
Thanks again for your input and the pic.
Tom

Hi, I ran your problem past a friend who knows a lot about electric motors and he said " If you cant leave your hand on the motor for more than 5 seconds it is hotter than 120 degrees". If that's where you are we thought you may try installing a computer exhaust fan in the side of the shro...

Dusty,
Thanks for the response.
I'll try your idea since I don't like the results I'm getting using the S/S way. I find it to be inaccurate ( or maybe difficult to get a final adjustment) would be more succinct.
Tom

Has anyone created a better way of setting the blade 90 degrees to the saw table than the one described on B-26 and B-27 of the S/S manual? I have a 510 which was new in 1998 and converted to a 520 later. I find the old S/S explanation in the manual cumbersome and not too reliable. BTW I have found ...

I'm going to research this issue and post a report after I find an answer worth posting.
I do know over heating is sometimes an issue with all electrical motors.
Tom

ED,
I also wanted to thank you for the tip about adjusting the blade with the quill - - Good Idea
Tom

Thank You Dusty,
With the help both you and Ed provided I was able solve my dilemma.
Thanks again.
Tom