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Keep us posted on your fix. If you find one.

I have to agree. All the saws that use the link system should have sealed bearings in them.

I went out and found the owner's manual with parts diagram and parts list. I did a quick scan and found that the bearing part numbers are the same as the bearings in the Dewalt saws. They also list the sleeeves but I didn't take the time to look up the Dewalt numbers. I just happened to have the bearing part numbers. They might call them sealed but they aren't. They are a caged needle/roller bearing and DO require maintenance.

That's interesting. I wonder if they might be a replacement for all the bearings in the Dewalts, Ex's, Seyco's, and Pegas's. If so that would be nice to know.

I'm not sure you are familiar with the saw he has. His saw has many bearings in it's mechanism and they must be disassembled and inspected. But first, it must be determined if it's in or out of warranty.

Great minds think alike. I like fishing.

Well, first of all, at only 6 months, it really shouldn't be making any noise. But, with that said, everything that comes from off shore is being built as cheaply as humanly possible and in some cases no grease or lubrication has been added prior to shipping. It's just a sad fact. Your saw is very similar to all the saws of that same design. In my case, when I bought my first saw it was a used Dewalt 788 and I had no idea how it had been maintained. So after watching a very wonderful set of how-to videos done by Bob Brokaw through Gwinnette Woodworkers Youtube site, I decided to tear my saw apart and inspect and lubricate all the bearings. And there are many. I would imagine that yours is no different. So, the short answer to your question is, yes, take it apart and inspect it. But, first try to locate those videos and watch them. They won't pertain to your exact saw but should be close enough that you can get an idea of what to do and how to do it. Also, I might add, at only 6 months of age, it should still be under warranty. If you bought it from Home Depot, I'd suggest taking it back and getting another saw. Or have them send it in for repair. Wen has a very good reputation for standing behind what they sell. I've had good luck with them regarding my air cleaner when the remote control went south. They send me a new remote and the updated circuit board. Best of luck. I'm sure it will all work out.

What gets me is how somebody comes up with this stuff. I realize I have no imagination but even if I was to decide one day to create a marble machine, how does it get from one step to the next to the next, etc? I look at each of the different operations going on within that contraption and wonder what part of it came first and each step in it's order. I'd love to have that sort of mind and imagination. I feel the same way when I watch heavy equipment in operation and think about how each integral part has to be designed to work with all the other parts. I'm such a simple-minded person. Darn!

And he would be correct.

Would be possible to install Linux on your Apple computer in a dual boot format? If so Inkscape works well under Linux. I hope that's not too techy for ya. Maybe someone else can chime in and help.

I have said it over and over. If our microwave ever quits, we'll starve to death.

It would take me that long just to gather the courage.

Great idea RJ.

I only wish I had it in me to attempt something like this. I can't even get up the fortitude to build a clock.

I found a way to use up all my scraps. https://www.facebook.com/reel/700794108932098?s=yWDuG2&fs=e&mibextid=Nif5oz

I was just thinking the same thing.

I have to say, you come up with some of the most off-the-wall projects. Where oh where do you come up with these ideas?

I sure do miss him.

The problem that I run into is the size of material needed. I've rejected many patterns that exceed 8" in width. That one looks to be about 10". Maybe more. Special milling required.

You guys amaze me. Both of you are so talented. Beautiful job on cutting and pattern making. Did you use spirals on them? I've just bought a batch of blades to cut a peacock lamp that Bernd was kind enough to share his pattern with me. I hope to get going again once my wife is back to her old self.

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I've done a couple of her bowls and when I had questions I'd email her. She's very good at answering. This one was designed to be 7" but I wanted to make it bigger and add a ring so I wrote to get her opinion.

What a shame. That looks like some very nice wood.

Another suggestion if you just can't get it done is to post your pattern here. Someone will gladly do what you need. I do it by selecting the part of the pattern that I want to work with, put the cursor in the color I want in the lower color bar, right click and select either "fill" or "stroke".

Thanks. Exactly what I wanted to see. I see you just use a couple of clamps to hold it in place. Great idea. I'll have to buy a piece of hardboard.