Bandsaw blues
February 10, 2008 – 6:50 pm
Decided to put the riser block that came with my bandsaw on today. First off, have someone with you to hold the top of the saw steady while you put the riser block in between the two halves of the bandsaw assy. I used a block of wood to support one side. It worked but there was a hairy moment or two. Second, If you would like to learn how to setup (tune) a bandsaw, skip the books available and buy yourself a riser block. This will force the learning on you real quick. When you insert 2 more pivot points in the equation things get interesting. I’m still learning. Almost have it but I have to sleep sometime…
One Response to “Bandsaw blues”
hey man, stumbled across you site linked from TWW. I used to have that Powermatic 14″ with a riser block but was never able to get it aligned properly with the block installed. I tried 2 different saws and 2 different blocks but no dice. pls post whether or not you have success getting that thing lined up.
FYI, my lower flywheel was always too far to the back of the saw.
good luck.
By brian on Feb 12, 2008