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Forum topic by empty5853 | posted 04-23-2018 06:59 PM | 1096 views | 0 times favorited | 8 replies | ![]() |
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04-23-2018 06:59 PM |
Hello, Some background first I bought a used RIKON Model 10-325 14” bandsaw 2 years ago. I love it. It had a Timberwolf 3/4” resaw blade on it that was almost new. I decided that I needed a new blade for it as the other one was getting pretty worn I bought a Timberwolf 3/4” VPC resaw blade for it. It’s a “low tension” type” so you don’t have to crank it up so tight. Going by the tension gauge on the saw I can’t get it to where it says that a 3/4” blade should be. I get it close but it becomes so tight I can’t even turn the tension knob on the top of the saw. Also, the bandsaw had a Timberwolf 3/4” resaw blade on it when I bought the saw and the tension didn’t seem near as tight as I have mine. The tension release lever was also easier to release (on the old blade) vs. what it is now. I can barely move it to release the tension. This is the first bandsaw I’ve owned. I’m experienced with other woodworking machines but I’m learning on the bandsaw. My question is …...... Do I have the blade too tight? Thanks Vr |