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Yes, I tried him and also eReplacement parts. I found a used one on eBay and ordered it but I'm having to pay 3 times the price of a new one when they were available. But, at least I can resurrect my saw.
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I'll do that. Thanks. I wonder if they use the same model numbers.
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I wouldn't suggest buying Delta. See my latest posting. The company can't be trusted to supply replacement parts when you need them. So far, I have never had a problem finding/buying parts for any of my Dewalt tools. Just a heads up and my personal opinion.
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I bought a used 14" band saw a few years back. As far as I know, it is either the same as the current model being sold or very close. It's a 28-206. I broke a part on it trying to fix a problem. A very cheaply made Taiwan aluminum casting. The part is no longer available and so far I have not found a part that will interchange. I did find a used part on eBay and had to pay an exorbitant price for it but at least I'll be able to get my saw up and running again. Why would any company worse it's salt discontinue a major part without some sort of a replacement? I will not be buying or owning any more Delta tools. I'm very disappointed in what was once a great American company. SAD!
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I found it Dan thanks. I can't believe that you are having to go through all this while the world is turning itself inside out up your way. Terrible happenings all around you. Stay safe and we'll all be sending prayers your way.
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Sorry to hear you are down Dan. Please take care of yourself and get back on your feet ASAP! What kind of surgery did you have if I may ask. If you don't want to say, I'll understand.
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Check Grizzly. They were selling the Dewalt with stand and light for $399.99 and free shipping. Can't beat that deal.
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If you are talking about a hand plane, that's a whole different ball game. The secret is a very sharp blade and then having it true to the bed (flat part) of the plane. A very thin cut is best. Adjust the blade in until there is nothing sticking out. You should feel no drag on the plane as you run it across the wood. Then adjust it until you just start to feel drag. Don't try to run the plane in perfect parallel to the wood. Sort of turn it a bit so it's going a little bit crossways to the wood. That way you will get a slicing cut. Practice on keeping the plane level to the wood or else you will be taking more off one side than the other. It's something that you will get better at, the more you do it. Sort of like learning to play the guitar. Practice practice practice.
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Boy are you lucky. I'm truly surprised that you didn't hear from child protective services. In today's world, parents are guilty until proven innocent.
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I think you too will be pleasantly surprised.
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Definitely not a perfect system.
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There are "those" people that just look for someone to sue and some with a large intimidating dog is exactly what they are looking for. People are so sue-happy anymore that you have to have a huge liability umbrella to protect yourself. When my Dad had his fatal heart attack a couple who were "very close friends" with my folks rushed over to the house. She slipped in the entryway and broke her arm. She sued my Mother's insurance because of the tiled entryway. Needless to say, they didn't remain friends for very long.
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Well, I just went to H/D and picked up my Wen set and I must say, I'm impressed. I plugged it in and ran it both with the flex shaft and without. I don't see how it could be any better. I'm sorry that Steve Good's had some runout. Mine doesn't. Now, maybe after some use it will loosen up but that's to be expected I guess. I'm very happy and for $20, I don't see how you can go wrong.
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I hope you have your liability insurance paid up.
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Yes for sure. And the racking of the slide on a 12 gauge pump shotgun has the same effect. It can be heard through the closed door. I love my Remington Wingmaster.
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I can't be without a landline. The cell service to me is still not reliable. I like putting a true receiver up to my ear.
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You are so right on that.
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Those are great. I love messing with these callers. I know I'm wasting my time by wasting theirs but I get so much enjoyment that I consider it "food for my soul".
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Sounds like a great idea. How did you do it?
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This is the set I bought. I wasn't really expecting too much but I was pleasantly surprised. And for what they cost I thought I'd take a chance. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075C72PGK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Me too Les. That's exactly how I got into this hobby. I was at the Orange County Fair and the OC Woodworkers had a display set up. One person in particular had a homemade foot operated saw set up to do marquetry. I was fascinated not only by what he was doing but also by his saw. His saw was a very long board that he pumped with his foot and could do a stroke at a time with it. Anyway, I talked with him for an hour and then took his class. I bought a used saw and the rest is history. I'm still very new to the hobby but I try hard to stretch myself on what I do.
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Another question just popped into my head. Is there any lubrication required on the flex shaft? I envision something like the old speedo cables that needed occasional lubing with graphite grease.
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Has anybody got any experience with this tool? https://www.harborfreight.com/flexible-shaft-grinder-and-carver-40432.html I was reading some of the reviews and it's a crapshoot. I will never own a Foredom tool unless I stumble onto a used one. Way too much for me to spend on it but this one, if it works decently is priced very well. Just curious since we are all on the subject.
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Yes there was. I can't find the link to it right now but here is a very simple one.
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Thanks for the info Kevin. I just went online to H/D and purchased a Wen kit for $20 that comes with the flex cable and a bunch of accessories. That is less than buying just the flex cable from Dremel. I'm not worried about runout or anything like that. I just want to use it for sanding in tight areas. Earlier, I bought a set of 40 scotchbrite type buffing pads on 1/8" shafts and will use them in this new too. I think I got those for under $10 on Amazon. I'm all set now. Thanks again. Here's the one that I just bought. https://www.homedepot.com/p/WEN-Rotary-Tool-Kit-with-Flex-Shaft-2305/203604481
