Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

Some have probably seen it, some haven't.

The HF bandsaw modding page:
http://www.mini-lathe.com/Bandsaw/Bandsaw.htm

Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

Nice info there. The meltdown looks similar to mine but quite as bad. Mine just melted a bit, not crazy like that thing.

Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

That is a great site.I just spent some time cruising it and there is alot of good info and tips for using the asian machining equipment.Thanks

Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

I just made some cuts with the new motor on it. Amps are great and the thing is smooth. I threw on another Bi metal blade. Those things really make the difference. I just cut a complete 6" collector and welded her up. It came out great like before.

Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

nice dave

Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

i just bought one. woot

Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

You didn't already have one? Beofre you even try it go buy a random tooth bi-metal blade.
And then start wondering how you worked without it.

Also sending you a PM

Thanks
Randy

Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

Yes I use a 14-18 tooth variable with variable tooth path. I had a Starrett on there that worked good. I have a Morse on it now and its about the same. Bi metal blade is worth every penny. Grainger has them for about $20.

Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

i am ------ precision with a chop saw

Re: Harbor Freight Band Saw shit the bed!
 

Your lucky it did'nt burn your face off!