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I have a JET band saw thats rarely used. I always keep the blade tension off unless its being used. Recently I noticed that when engaging the tension it grinds to get there. Since I only use it a couple times per year I cant recall if that's normal. Can someone advise? Thanks
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(01-20-2024, 11:30 AM)Wayne G. Wrote: I have a JET band saw thats rarely used. I always keep the blade tension off unless its being used. Recently I noticed that when engaging the tension it grinds to get there. Since I only use it a couple times per year I cant recall if that's normal. Can someone advise? Thanks
Need some lube, maybe? I've never noticed any noise on my 18.
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(01-21-2024, 07:22 AM)KC Wrote: Need some lube, maybe? I've never noticed any noise on my 18.
IDK. Definitely isnt smooth. It actually takes great effort to engage the tension and I dont recall it being that way when purchased.
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Back the adjustment completely off. Lube the shaft. With the blade off, run it up tight, lube the other side. Keep doing that and maybe it will free up.
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