Yes, it's been that kind of day.
I've been working on a large bookcase system for our church library, and today I was cutting the shelf edge pieces (3/4" x 1" air-dried poplar). The wood had a unique odor (reminded me of an extended visit to Hobby Lobby or Michael's), so I didn't think much about it. Then my wife came down to the shop and asked me what was burning. I said it was just the wood ... but that got me thinking.
The saw (a very old Craftsman 113.226880 ... 10" blade, direct-drive motor/arbor, oddball zero clearance insert, and a fence with a mind of its own) really doesn't owe me anything, but I'd like to get it replaced before the rest of the smoke escapes.
Yes, the motor is running hot, yes the power cord is warming up more than normal, and yes, I JUST installed a brand new rip blade since I knew I'd be doing a lot of ripping for the trim on this project.
So, here's my question ... I need to identify a replacement that's available, I'd LIKE to keep the price under $1500.00, and I don't want a benchtop saw. The current saw has cast iron table extensions, 24" right of blade and maybe 12" left of blade ... keeping within that footprint will allow me to keep the current shop layout (table saw out-feed is my main bench).
With a 48" x 96" CNC Router in the shop, I really don't need a huge cabinet saw (nor do I really have the room), and there are jobs that are just better done on a table saw.
What are your recommendations? Suggestions? A friend of mine ordered a Grizzly table saw last summer and it took 2-3 months for delivery. I'm pretty sure that solution is out of bounds, as this project is already over budget and past the deadline.
I'm located in Kernersville (between Greensboro and Winston Salem), should a previously unannounced bargain present itself.
Thanks for reading ... now to go find the smoke shovel.
Rick
I've been working on a large bookcase system for our church library, and today I was cutting the shelf edge pieces (3/4" x 1" air-dried poplar). The wood had a unique odor (reminded me of an extended visit to Hobby Lobby or Michael's), so I didn't think much about it. Then my wife came down to the shop and asked me what was burning. I said it was just the wood ... but that got me thinking.
The saw (a very old Craftsman 113.226880 ... 10" blade, direct-drive motor/arbor, oddball zero clearance insert, and a fence with a mind of its own) really doesn't owe me anything, but I'd like to get it replaced before the rest of the smoke escapes.
Yes, the motor is running hot, yes the power cord is warming up more than normal, and yes, I JUST installed a brand new rip blade since I knew I'd be doing a lot of ripping for the trim on this project.
So, here's my question ... I need to identify a replacement that's available, I'd LIKE to keep the price under $1500.00, and I don't want a benchtop saw. The current saw has cast iron table extensions, 24" right of blade and maybe 12" left of blade ... keeping within that footprint will allow me to keep the current shop layout (table saw out-feed is my main bench).
With a 48" x 96" CNC Router in the shop, I really don't need a huge cabinet saw (nor do I really have the room), and there are jobs that are just better done on a table saw.
What are your recommendations? Suggestions? A friend of mine ordered a Grizzly table saw last summer and it took 2-3 months for delivery. I'm pretty sure that solution is out of bounds, as this project is already over budget and past the deadline.
I'm located in Kernersville (between Greensboro and Winston Salem), should a previously unannounced bargain present itself.
Thanks for reading ... now to go find the smoke shovel.
Rick