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Thanks everyone! I will look into the ideas posted and see if it gets any better or if I need to return the saw...
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Thank you!
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Anyone know how to turn this saw on?
UncleApple replied to Iguanadon's topic in General Scroll Sawing
Very nice! Wood type? Looks like 1/2-inch thick, right? -
I too hold down the upper arm to set the blade...do you continue to press down while adjusting the tension lever? I have had to set to the maximum tension setting with each blade I put in!
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Hmm...then I may have a problem. If I don't max out the tension lever, the blade isn't tight enough.
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Great to know, thanks! I own a DW788, but the feedback fellow users post is VERY helpful for those of us that are new to the craft.
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Welcome & happy scrolling. Lot's of great information and friendly folks here
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Thanks Bill. No breaking of blades thus far (fingers crossed). It just doesn't seem like the "max" tension is very tight compared to how tight I set the tension on my craftsman model.
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Calling upon the vast expertise of the group! I use FD-SR blades for everything. My attempts to use spiral blades left me wondering why I bought them. My question...are there reasons why I should consider other blade-types or brands? Like Polar or Skip-tooth? Advantages? Thanks
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Great stats! I don't keep track...maybe I should...
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I've used danish oil (natural) for one project and poly-urethane for 2 others. Danish oil darkens the Cherry wood somewhat, but it looks great. The poly also darkened the wood some, but gave it a nice shine
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I recently switched from the "entry-level" Craftsman to the DW788. I'm finding it a little more difficult to switch out blades, but the lift-arm helps to make fretwork much easier. I didn't realize how much I pushed my work into the blade until using the Dewalt. I hardly have to keep any pressure on it at all. I'm still getting used to using it, but I feel pretty good about my choice to purchase the Dewalt model. My largest concern is blade tensioning. I use the max-level every time...is that normal? Maybe I over-tightened when using the Craftsman, but I'm so new at this I really don't know...
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I order from them all of the time. It usually takes 7-10 days before I get them. Best way to contact them is via Messenger thru Facebook. It appears to be a family-run business and sometimes family things get in the way. Otherwise, I'm very pleased to do business with them.
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Random Orbital Sander for Scroll Saw Projects
UncleApple replied to Sam777's topic in General Scroll Sawing
I use a dewalt, but it isn't a variable speed...may need to look into that Anyway, I love the one I have, but I'm too afraid to use it on any detailed fretwork...so hand-sanding it is! -
Welcome Stevan! Happy scrolling!
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Hi Robert. I'm new to this forum and relatively new to scrolling in general. How long have you been scrolling? I too am from NWA...Go Hogs!
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Hello everyone, my name is Jeff and I'm from Northwest Arkansas. I've only been scrolling for about 5 months, but I absolutely love it. I've referred to this site, and to this forum, many times so I finally decided to join in. I can tell from the User Gallery that there is some amazing talent here so I look forward to learning from those who have walked the beaten path before me!
