I was looking at my Jet 16" bandsaw and I noticed that the upper wheel has some side play. I thought the upper wheel should only adjust vertically for tensioning, and pivot vertically for tracking. When I detensioned and took the blade off, it has a huge amount of horizontal movement. All I want to know is if that is normal. Thanks
Bandsaw upper wheel play- normal?
Feb 09, 2005
5 Replies
Nope!
I found the same thing with my Grizzly when I changed the tires last week. Looking at the design, it appears to be intentional.
Dick Durbin Tallahassee
Nope. I have the same saw and the top wheel has no play. Call Jet, they respond very well to problems in my experience.
Dave
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If you have side play without tension, I'd guess that would be normal..
Any play while under tension would be a very big problem with tracking..
mac
Please remove splinters before emailing
Have you left it under tension? It can damage bearings. They can be replaced, but it is a pain. Steve
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