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When i am trying to do very small adjustments with the fence it has a tendency to stick a bit, it usually does it on the end with the screw clamp, and it does it with the clamp open all the way, it does it on the main table as well as the extensions, does anyone have a suggestion, i am thinking this is a cleaning issue, but it might be a basic 510 issue

wildcard wrote:When i am trying to do very small adjustments with the fence it has a tendency to stick a bit, it usually does it on the end with the screw clamp, and it does it with the clamp open all the way, it does it on the main table as well as the extensions, does anyone have a suggestion, i am thinking this is a cleaning issue, but it might be a basic 510 issue

Waxed lately?

Check for any burrs on the fence where it contacts the front rails and might cause it to hang up. Also check the finish on the rails themselves for contamination or burrs. Waxing mentioned in the previous post is probably very needed.
Bill V

I have the same problem, and burrs/scratches on the rails are the issue. I have tried to sand them down, but still encounter resistance so it will be back to work someday.

Waxing does not seem to help with burrs still in place.

Good luck.

John

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I find this discussion somewhat amusing.

Waxing will never overcome a burr problem(neither will oil or other lubrication).

A burr creates an 'interference' of adjoining parts and that guarantees non-smooth motion(especially small increments in the immediate area of the burrs).

Removal of the burrs is a pre-requisite to smooth operation.

A fine file is the best tool for removal(assuming access is possible).

Emery cloth(abrasive cloth backed sandpaper) is a second choice for areas not accessible with a file.

Once the 'high' spots are tamed so it moves smoothly 'dry', then waxing will help it move more easily.

FWIW: Oxidation is just a different word for extremely small burrs!;)