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    I had proplems with Avast in the past and have been buying the cheapest one user Norton every year thru amazon.No more probs
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    When using a new blade I always wipe the blade ends with a clean paper towel
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    OK I answered my own question here is the link and the fuse should be avaliable at any radio shack type store its item 112 on the diagram http://www.ereplacem..._2631_2632.html
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    Can you tell us where the fuse is located and the size (amp rating) of it just in case some of us don't have an owners manual.
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    I always wipe a new blade on both ends with a dry paper towel you will see a black streek remailing after you do this,I know Mike says there is no oil on his blades but there is something on them or I am imagining this.A long bungie from a basement rafter is my easy lift easily adjusted by adding or taking away a knot or two.
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    If your drill leaves a tear out try using an aul to clean the hole from the bottom even if you used a backer board when drilling.
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    Mikes the way to go a great product +service
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    I have a long bunje cord from the arm up to a basement rafter that I adjust the tension of so the arm will just stay up,this works great for me .
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    Have a look at Steve Good's Pattern library on his web site there are some navy patterns there.
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    Make sure the blade is not slipping in either of the two clamps ?
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    I have my SS set low so I can look down on the pattern and see where the blade is cutting with out bending over too much.In my opinion the stand that came with my DeWalt 788 was designed for scrolling while standing up or sitting on a tall stool,I have the saw now about 1/3 of that height and sit in a computer type chair with arm rests and my legs strattel the narrow wood bench I made,this works for me and is less tiring.
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    I have been using wood boxes that imported wines come in,I get them free from a large liquor store nearby.By coating with oil or staining and sealing with clear or semi gloss acrylic they hold up well and don't warp.The tops are usually 1/4 or 3/16 thick pine or fur wood.
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    I can't help too much but I have heard of slow drying wood in a container of wood shavings or saw dust before working with it.
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    If its a real tight pattern I will some times avoid making a sharp turn on a cut and instead come back later and cut into the line from a different angle,this also puts less stress on the blade.A lot depends on the type of wood as well.
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    I would guess 1/2 or more of my tools (and i have a bunch) were obtained at less than 1/2 the retail price at tag sales or on Craig's list.Did I mention I am a bit Frugal ?
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    As posted before( http://mikesworkshop.com/blades.htm) is a sponsor here and many here use his blades including myself.Spirals take some getting used to and all depends what material and patterns you are working with.Another great reference and source of many tips is Steve Goods Scrollsaw work shop,you can google him and get his website.
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    Type 1 means it was made in Canada and from what i have read they had less mfg. probs I have a type 1 with an R on the model # meaning it was reconditioned,I paid $200 to a private owner was in like new condition and have had no problems at all with it.A good thing to do is cover the switch with a clear plastic or tape as they are prone to get saw dust in the switch causing a bad electrical contact,A foot switch is a great addition to the saw.
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    I use a long bunjie cord from a rafter in my basement and adjust the tension by puting in simple knots to make the arm just stay in the up position.i also recall some saying they just tighten the bolt on the pivot point on the arm to keep it up you need a torx driver to fit the bolt.
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    When I put a new blade in my 788 I put it in the top clamp first you can then adjust the blade end to sit square in the back of the clamp,I then lower it in to the bottom clamp and tighten it.After that I always feed the blade from the bottom of the work and have never had a problem of it not cutting square.
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    The first move was to do away with the Factory stand that came with my 788 De Walt.I placed it on a tool stand about 25 inches high bolted to a plank on top of the stand.Just the other day I placed it still bolted to the plank on two wood wine boxes that are on end and are approx.15 inches high,Sitting in a secretary type chair on wheels the saw's work table is now in my lap and I look down on the pattern and am able to cut much more accurately and faster,the front box being on end and in line with the saw allows my legs to go around it and I use a foot switch that is moveable.To me it has made a word of difference I might weigh down the boxes to minimize a slight vibration in the future.I have been scrolling a few years now and It proves you never stop learning.Just wanted to share this it might be worth a try also I can now use my by focals instead of reading glasses.
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    You didn't mention a drill press important if you are stacking to get starting holes in straight or a band saw for resawing for small projects on your wish list and it can go on and on =$$$$,how ever I have obtained much of my tool inventory from yard sales and craigs list at a fraction of the new retail cost.
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    I used an old muffin fan from an old computer.I suspended it with some heavy 8 ga. copper wire so it was adjustable those little fans are quiet and better than any squeze bulb blowers.
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    All you have to do is help me cut the rest of it up.
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    I think we shall see that happen this year
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    You had to remind me,I need to clean the carburetor on my snow blower that was acting up last winter #1 on my 2 do list.
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