Epoxy repair a band saw fence handle?

wgander · Post by **wgander** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 7:54 pm

Would an epoxy repair of the band saw fence handle (Part 13) last?
The tension bolt and part of the handle broke off; I'm not sure coating both parts with epoxy and joining them would be a satisfactory repair because of the twisting force applied when tightening the fence handle.

billmayo · Post by **billmayo** » Wed Mar 25, 2009 11:40 pm

[quote="wgander"]Would an epoxy repair of the band saw fence handle (Part 13) last?
The tension bolt and part of the handle broke off]

I have been unsuccessful using various epoxies when there will be pressure or a twisting action on the part. The new handle is less than $10 from Shopsmith so I would replace it. As a quick fix, I would use a piece of threaded rod with 2 nuts or a long bolt to replace the broken rod. Use a wrench on the nuts or bolt head to tighten/loosen the fence until you find a replacement. I have seen some beautiful hardwood handles made on the Shopsmith along with long bolts used for matching handles on the Shopsmith.

wgander · Post by **wgander** » Thu Mar 26, 2009 12:33 am

Thanks for confirming my suspicion.
...guess I'll have to start making up a shopping list...

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