Hey Bob, for a minute I thought I was reading my own post. I also have a Porter Cable. It is now making some amazing sounds, I can't even explain. I have fixed, poked, rebuilt, transformed, and prayed a lot. But now I really feel its time to upgrade. I used to refer to it as my Full Blown Porta Cable. I just have to hope it holds together until this seasons Christmas gifts are finished. Three more to go. Then NEW SAW TIME. Its been a long time coming. Keep us updated on what your choice is. I am leaning towards the 788. So much information on keeping up with that saw, and rebuilding etc. I like to tinker, so I feel that will be my next toy.