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Delta 34-444 or 36-700

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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
I recently bought a tool package that included a Jet jj-6csx jointer and an American made Delta table saw. The table saw has the cast iron wings and a Vega fence. Having gotten both tools for $125 total, I am quite pleased, but I do have some questions about the saw. The lable on the side says the Cat no. for the saw is 36-700. A Google search for that number has come up with nothing, atleast nothing from the Made in the USA era. Looking at pictures and manuals, I think my saw is likely a 34-444 or 34-474 model. Has anyone ever heard of a 36-700 or have any idea what that number actually references? Any idea how I can differentiate between the different 34-4xx models? I'm contemplating replacing the stock pullies and belt with machined steel and a flex belt and need to make sure of what I have before I buy the wrong parts by mistake. Any help would be appreciated.
 
#3 · (Edited by Moderator)
What is the serial number of the 36-700? I seem to remember that cat # as being a really limited production model, like only one or two years, but I can't find any info at the moment. At least with the S/N, it can be narrowed down to year.

As far as 'upgrades'... save your money until you run it for a while. The pulleys and a link belt ain't going to buy you any extra performance and in most cases will just rob you of your money for no real gain. If you need a belt, I'd go wit h a standard cogged v-belt. Way less problems and much cheaper as well.

Cheers,
Brad
 
#4 ·
I finally got through to Delta support and the gentleman told me that the 36-700 was a short run special edition of the 34-444 with cast iron wings. It was made in 1997. I'm constantly browsing OfferUp, Letgo, 5 Mile and of course Craigslist and just stumbled upon someone changing hobbies that was happy with letting go at a great price. I'm likely to change the belt this week as the saw vibrates far more than it should and I suspect that its due to the belt having been in one position for a long time and having developed a memory kink. I've already bought a miter gauge and a dado blade so other than the belt, I'll be set for a bit on the saw. The jointer has a couple of nicks in the blades so I've ordered a new set. When they arrive I'll have the nicked ones sharpened and it will be good to go as well. Overall, I think this is the best tool score I've ever made and I can feel good about it because the seller is quite happy too!
 
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