Band saw Recommendation

[Nichols]

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