At 05:18 PM 3/20/02 -0500, you wrote: >Are the guides something that comes with the unit, or is this something >that you have to buy as an add-on. What kind of wax and what is it for? >Thanks big time. > >Terry Farrell The unit does come with guides and rollers, of course. High(er) performance parts are available for most of the common saws, like the 14" Delta, and they do make a big difference. The better and bigger blade reduces maneuverability, but will last a lot longer, make cleaner cuts, and will likely "live" on your saw much more than the smaller blades. Plain old Johnson's floor wax is great for the table of almost any saw, planer, or jointer. With band saws, it's even more useful. You usually want a little "feel" for the cut with band saws and jigsaws. Reducing friction on the table gives you more control (most of the time). Although rust is not an issue here, (where last year's 4.5" of rain evaporated before oxidation could occur), it may be a problem for you and others. A good light coat of wax on the table is just good standard operating procedure. Contamination of raw wood surfaces is not a big problem, if the wax is clean and lightly applied. Keeping your new saw well regulated will be easy compared to pianos. Listen to it, and heed any noisy warnings. "Never use remaining fingers to feed stock!" Enjoy, Guy
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