Posted awhile back and got several good suggestions, thanks to all. I picked up an 18" Parks bandsaw, sold by sears and roebuck. It needs some work. I was thinking about a new motor. I found a 2hp tefc Baldor on ebay for 212 plus shipping, it's rated as farm duty. Is farm duty ok for woodworking machinery? I have some pictures posted on flickr.
- Is it ok to have the motor held up by the belt, like on a tablesaw?
- Would customizing some cool blocks be a good idea for blade guides, or would a company like Carter have some bearings for a saw like this?
- The material on the table where the blade goes through appears to be lead. Leave it alone or change it to plastic or something?
- How important is coplanarity? I either need to bring the upper wheel out or push the lower one in(if that's even possible). The upper wheel will require a bearing puller to even remove it. Is it worth it.
Thanks in advance! Matt