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Got my new blade- works great

2 1/2" x 6" barn wood test
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Scrap 4"x4" treated post
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Tryin' to figure this out

A small (2.5x6) piece of old barn wood
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Same piece
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4x4 treated scrap piece
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How do you imbed the images rather that attach?

David

Ordered kit and manual.

But meanwhile, I installed the new blade, tensioned it as per instructions and made a couple of sample cuts. It did ok but tracked a little. I had a temp clamped on fence (2x4) and was on my lunch hour so in a bit of a rush.

Saw was noisy also so I will do the upgrade ...

You're so right GG. I left off or incorrectly named the photo of the bearing above the table. Also, I had just slipped the new blade on and hadn't tightened anything up yet. The blade may slip into place where it belongs once I tension it. I just didn't know if these bearing were broken or just an ...

CI table? I'm going to order a manual I think.

All blade bearings are single. I'm guessing an older model bandsaw.

Should I replace them while I'm in here?

Thanks for the info guys. I think I got the adjustment now. The bearing however, appears to be wrong.

Trying to get new blade, 5/8" resaw 3/4 tpi, installed. I don't have a manual. Question about setting blade tension (or how to read tension mech.) and back-up bearing seems to be only one roller bearing as opposed to two shown in parts list and upgrade list.

Will post pics. I have a new pc and can ...

Thanks everyone. I ordered the 5/8" from SS. 3/4 tpi. I'll let you all know how it goes.
Just purchased the BS from a guy selling a whole system.
David





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Thanks ibskot. Probably a 3tpi? Brand matter?
David