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  1. OCtoolguy
    Both great saws but the Pegas has features that the Seyco doesn't. The blade clamps are better and the head tilting mechanism is better. Granted, Ray at Seyco offers fantastic service but you already addressed that. Unless you need a large table, I'd buy the Pegas. I have 2 Excaliburs on homemade stands so that isn't an issue unless it's important to you. Either way, you will have a great saw.
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    @Tallbald, first I ask your location. Then I want to say this. Regarding used Hegner saws, they may look bad but they don't wear out. They are built like tanks and require very little maintenance. So with that said, there are at least 6 of them near me in So. Cal. One is $600 and it is a jewel and 100% complete. Even has a cover. Don't be afraid of a used saw. Just do your due diligence and check them out. I have 3 saws, all bought used. I've never had a new saw. You have a large contingent of folks here with vast knowledge of all brands so ask questions and read all the past conversations regarding this subject. I hate to see anybody spend more money than necessary. Especially in this economy and being on a fixed income as most of us are. Don't be in a hurry. There's a great deal just waiting for you just around the corner.
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    I found that shaking the can was important but I used a very light spray and let it sit fir a few minutes til almost dry. Sort of like contact cement. I found it to stick well on shelf paper or blue tape.
  4. OCtoolguy
    I really like the Elmer's spray adhesive. I like the small can. Much easier for me to operate.
  5. OCtoolguy
    I would not be buying a NEW Hegner. I see many good used ones. Depending on where you are located.
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    I have watched every one of his videos and he is amazing. His mind just never stops finding ways to do things. This is a simple video on how to make better picture frame joints using bamboo sticks. Enjoy, and then check out the rest of his stuff. You'll be amazed.
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    The best "small" saw you can buy is the Hegner. If you can find one of the 14" used, that would be my suggestion. I say that because I'm not sure they still offer that size anymore. From that point, it's 18" or larger. I have a 16" Excalibur and love it. I also have a 21" and an 18" Hegner. I'd not part with any of them. size is not as important as quality of build. They are all very heavy saws so portability is tough no matter which one you buy.
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    Why not just photocopy that one and cut it from there? Simple design should be no trouble at all.
  9. OCtoolguy
    My first saw, which I never did use, was a 2 speed Hawk bought in about 1986 at a Woodworking Show in Colorado Springs. I bought it without ever thinking about what I'd use it for. So it never got used. 26" throat if I recall.
  10. OCtoolguy
    Another thought came to mind. There is a fuse right where the cord plugs into the saw. It's well hidden so you have to search it out.
  11. OCtoolguy
    You've probably already tried this but if not, exercise both the on/off switch and the rheostat. They both are still able to collect both sawdust and corrosion in one form or another. I take it you've already eliminated the foot switch. Go looking for anyplace that any form of corrosion might have built up. It doesn't take much to form a sort of insulation and not let current pass through. Once you've eliminated all those things and still have the problem, then it's down to either the board or the motor. I've not heard of many problems with either of those though. Best of luck in your search.
  12. OCtoolguy
    Thanks Charley. I sold tools.
  13. OCtoolguy
    I don't have any blades above 7 and I've never had a need for them. Pegas 5 mgt are my go-to blades. I don't do much fretwork.
  14. OCtoolguy
    A job well done!
  15. OCtoolguy
    @kmmcraftsrebuilt his Ex and added the Pegas chucks but I think when he did it he put actual Excalibur parts back in his saw instead of the Chinese parts. He might be able to shine some light on your dilemma though. Let's see if he chimes in soon.
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    So it's not my imagination?
  17. OCtoolguy
    I found a lot to choose from online. The big difference seemed to be with or no storage tank. About $80-$100.
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    I've noticed with my latest batch of Pegas mgt #5 blades that they now have drift. The first gross seemed to cut straight. That is what impressed me. I fought with FD blades as they had a lot of drift. The Pegas that I'm using now have a noticeable drift. Not a lot but some.
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    Home Depot has them. I also just found them on ebay for $3.
  20. OCtoolguy
    Charley, I'd love to sit with you over a bottle of something and just listen to your life experiences. My life can be summed up over a cola.
  21. OCtoolguy
    I've had it for 50 years. Sounds like chains jingling at different pitches. Wierd.
  22. OCtoolguy
    This is great. Thanks for posting.
  23. OCtoolguy
    I purchased the refill packs from Klingspor is 3 grits. I also purchase the Ryobi mandrels from H/D for under $6 ea. I use 180, 220, 320 grits in my hand drill. But, .....nothing takes the place of hand sanding in certain areas of a project. For an example, here is a candle holder that I make. They are in 3 sizes. Made up of a base, a bottom holder and a top holder and 8 sides pieces. I hand sand each of these pieces either by hand or on a piece of Corian tile with a full sheet of paper. Once all assembled, I use my mops to sand prior to finishing. I'm not a "high-gloss" finisher. No talent in that area but most everything gets dipped in my vat of Watco oil. After drip-drying, I wipe it all off with a rag and let it sit for about 4 days. Then maybe a light sanding with 400 paper and another dip. After a week of drying, then either a coat or two of Zinnser's spray shellac or lately I've used Johnson's paste wax for a nice warm finish.
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    My compressor is a 2.5 gallon and it lasts for about of minute to minute and a half of constant on trigger of the set you bought. That's with the regulator set at about 25 psi. The actual pump will almost keep up with it once it comes on. But most air brushing is done in small bursts so mine seems to work ok. I suppose you could buy one of those small air tanks that is used for airing tires and incorporate it into your system to give you more capacity but I don't really see the need.
  25. OCtoolguy
    Thanks, Paul. I watched this a couple of times before undertaking my first votive candle holder. Well done.
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