I have had a 22 inch jet for about 8 years when they first came out, like it very much, no problems, ( knock on wood ), but i don't use it every day like others, RJ
Well when buying a saw, you have to buy the best you can afford with your funds, not everyone can buy top of the line, but this way they can enjoy the hobby, RJ
I have an jet 22, and have always bottom feed, because that is all you can do. as far as the time it takes to do, I have all the time in the world, whats left of it, LOL. RJ