Why do you think you need to replace the tensioning device?Having problems with my Jet JWBS-14CS 14"Bandsaw. Problem with tensioning, tracking, and installing a blade. Looks like I Will have to replace the tensioning and tracking part. Has anyone had similar problems with a Bandsaw and what did you do?
When I did get the blade installed, it tracked off the front of the wheel. I had the Laguna 3/4" resaw Blade on the saw and it tracked almost off of the wheel. I thought it did that because I had been told that a 3/4" blade should not be used on a 14" Bandsaw, even if manufacturer says it is rated for the 3/4". I removed the 3/4 " blade and attempted to install a 1/2", but can't install it.What symptoms make you conclude that these components are defective?
I do have the manual and I said in my reply that although the manufacturer says that the saw can use a 3/4" blade. Maybe it is because my saw is about 30 years old.Do you have the manual? Did you read it?
I have a Jet 14" and it handles a 3/4" blade just fine.
There's probably a section in the manual that describes the installation procedure. You said you couldn't install a 1/2" blade. Why? Like I said, instructions for installing a new blade, will be in the manual. How to adjust tracking will be in there too.I do have the manual and I said in my reply that although the manufacturer says that the saw can use a 3/4" blade. Maybe it is because my saw is about 30 years old.
Similar issues? Yes on the same saw; mine is the old 'blue' version of Jet, but I doubt they changed much.Having problems with my Jet JWBS-14CS 14"Bandsaw. Problem with tensioning, tracking, and installing a blade. Looks like I Will have to replace the tensioning and tracking part. Has anyone had similar problems with a Bandsaw and what did you do?
Finally a fellow woodworker and I fixed my bandsaw. The problem was that the sliding bracket assembly had to be replaced. The upper wheel shaft had a crack at the connection to the shaft hinge. The part is part no. 100016ACP and it was ordered from eBay at a cost of $65.00 plus shipping.Having problems with my Jet JWBS-14CS 14"Bandsaw. Problem with tensioning, tracking, and installing a blade. Looks like I Will have to replace the tensioning and tracking part. Has anyone had similar problems with a Bandsaw and what did you do?