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That saw probably came on the market about the same time we got married.
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I sure miss my Unisaw.
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I'm really having a tough time to not go buy it. The big problem is, I already have so many projects that I don't need another one. But, boy am I tempted.
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Les, this one just popped up and I'm really chomping at the bit. My wife will divorce me if I bring it it home. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/994307567747483/?ref=browse_tab&referral_code=undefined
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Happy New Year to all my Villagers. Thank you all for being there through the year. I love you all.
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I was not able to get your clip. I got sound but no pic. Strange.
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Congrats on your new saw Dan. At least when you get it.
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Hi, and welcome to the Village. Both are great saws but if you have the funds, go for the Pegas. It's by far the better saw of the two. If you are pinched for money, try to find a good used Dewalt to learn on and then you can upgrade later if you feel the need. I started that way and have progressed through 7 saws, all used, and now own 2 Excaliburs which are the basis of the Pegas.
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I'm sure happy to hear that I'm not alone. My wife gets on my case all the time because I dumpster dive. If I find anything that is wood, I see it as treasure. If it is something mechanical, I try to imagine how I can use it. My tiny shop suffers from my illness. So far, I'm storing all of my wood in various spots throughout my shop but I'm going to build a wood cart that can be stored outdoors. Our climate is pretty moderate here in So Cal. Very seldom do we have extreme temperature/humidy changes. If I had unlimited funds, I'm sure I'd be buying weekly or monthly from Cherokee Wood Products. They are like my drug dealer. We need to start WHA throughout the nation. "wood hoarders anonymous".
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Mostly a good amount of "elbow grease". I usually look closely at any of the machined surfaces to make sure they are not rusted beyond usability. Then, if it proves to be ok in that department, just a tear down and clean and reassembly. Lubing anything necessary along the way. It's not hard. Just time consuming. My wife buys aluminum sheets for inside of our stove's oven. They are cheap at Walmart. You can put one on top of a couple of saw horses with a plywood top and do your disassembly on that. It also keeps the cleaning solution and debris contained. I see folks all the time selling drill presses and bandsaws that they have restored. There is a big market for these old "relics" because everybody knows how well made they were. My problem is living in a mobile home park I don't have a lot of space to work and I do have to be careful not to annoy my neighbors with noise. Most of them depend on me to fix whatever they need fixed though so they don't say anything. But still, it's a matter of respect. I try to be a good neighbor.
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Kevin, most all of the contractor saws are made that way. They are called "tilting arbor" and all have the motor hanging off the back. They do take up more room in the garage and that's the one plus for the motorized saws. More compact.
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Yes, for sure. But as stated prior, the old stuff was the good stuff. Cast iron doesn't go bad unless it's totally rusted out. These old saws had a bulletproof mechanism and used sealed bearings. Any motor will work as long as it has enough power. A belt now and then is all that's required as for maintenance. And one of those segmented belts will last forever and run smooth. If I run across one that appears to be in decent condition, I'm going to snap it up. The one pictured has both extension tables bolted to one side. Not sure why but that would have to be changed. These old saws are great for building into a cabinet with out-feed table etc.
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Part of it power. The tilting arbor saws usually have a bigger motor. Also, the motorized saws have quite a bit of play in their bearings and the shaft will start to wobble after a lot of use. I've had both types and the tilting arbor saws are far better. I've been seeing a lot of the old Crafstman saws for sale on C/L for $100 on up depending on condition. They seem to be a pretty good saw and have a small footprint. Some of them had table extensions that make the saw wider. I'm thinking of buying one of them just to tinker with and see if I can restore it to it's original look/feel. Here's one like I'm referring to. This one has a side extension but most don't. These things were really built. https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/tls/d/laguna-niguel-table-saw-craftsman/7252826926.html
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I took a second bite of the apple (Delta)
OCtoolguy replied to Joe W.'s topic in General Scroll Sawing
I agree Kevin..I buy things from H/F and sometimes I just fix what's wrong. Easier than returning to the store. Many times it's just adjustment. -
I took a second bite of the apple (Delta)
OCtoolguy replied to Joe W.'s topic in General Scroll Sawing
Since you've had two lemons, I think I'd either change horses or call in a vet. Or, how about opening the box at H/D and putting it together right there in front of them? It's really a shame that you have to go through that to buy a decent product. Are there any deals on Dewalt saws? My first one was a used type 1 and it was great. After greasing all the bearings/sleeves it became "greater". Maybe there is a new Pegas in your future. Just sayin'......... -
I have always been fascinated by scrollers using an old peddle saw. I wish I had space for one.
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I have a folding Dewalt jobsite saw that works fine for me. I was going to upgrade to a contractor's saw but decided what I have is ok. Now that I have "tuned" it up it works fine. And I saw a video where a guy has installed a 7 1/4" 40 tooth blade in his and it leaves a really small kerf and very smooth edges. It is fine for most cuts.
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That's all fine Kevin but go buy a tv or microwave made in the U.S. That is what Trump has been trying to get accomplished. Bring the manufacturing back to this country. With that said, I wish that the Japanese or Koreans would take up the manufacture of power tools. I was selling Snap-On Tools back when the first Makita cordless drills hit the market. Expensive but great. Makita was the best name in woodworking tools for a long time. But eventually other manufactures came out with their stuff and the whole cycle started again. In order to sell their stuff, they had to make them less costly. Then the quality went to Hell. I remember how they forced Detroit to build better cars. We now all drive cars that are great. The junk that was coming out of Detroit back in the 70's and 80's was just that. Junk.
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I wrote a complete description on what to do and when I saved it, it disappeared. I'll try again. Up in the top right corner where your profile pic is, there is a down arrow. Click on that an a menu will drop. Click on "account settings" and click on that. Then over on your left of the screen, there will be a menu. Select "signature" That will open a window where you can create your signature. Along the top where all the tools are, you'll see a capital A. Hover over that and it will say "color". Click it and the color window will open. Select what you want. I just tried to change mine to green but it hasn't taken effect yet.
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It's a very well-kept secret. I'm not sure I can even tell you. There is an option somewhere in the area where you create your signature.
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I looked at the Bauer at H/F yesterday and it looks pretty good. At our age, how good is good? If it works for a few years, that's good enough.
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When I had my Hegner, every so often, I'd just dribble a couple of drops at the tops of the bushings and let it find it's way to where needed. The oil will last until "forever" and only cost a couple of bucks at most years ago. There are just not many points on a Hegner that require much attention. That grease might be ok for the rear ends of the 2 arms but other than that, I think oil will suffice.
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I'm asking out of curiosity. I have been dipping my projects in natural color Watco oil and once dried I shoot a couple of coats of Zinnser's spray shellac on them. So far so good. How does this compare to the blo/ms? Just asking.
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Don't you eventually run out of towels?
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Sorry that it is out of focus and sort of shaky. It was a 3D pic on FB so it didn't copy well. I'll clean it up and try to make some sort of pattern. I just love the sentiment.
