Tablesaw problem

I leaned on my WWII when I noticed it wobbling a bit. I determined which way the blade was out, and applied counter pressure with my hands. I did that while it was in the Unisaw. It doesn't take much pressure to affect the trueness of the blade. I checked it with a dial indicator, and voila, it was only a couple thousandths out of true.

Dave

Vic Bar> I have an old Craftsman tablesaw circa 1950's that I've used for years with

It sounds like maybe the table top isn't flat on the one side.

Maybe some ball bearings need to be replaced (?) Do you have the same problem with another blade ? It look like a blade who was sharpened twice on the same side by mistake. If you find the problem, let us know. Good luck ! S.B. "Vic Baron" a écrit dans le message de news: Sxpue.32088$ snipped-for-privacy@newssvr14.news.prodigy.com...

Sounds to me like your left miter slot is not perfectly parallel to the blade. When you aligned the saw, I'm betting you checked the alignment of the *right* miter slot with the blade.

Or perhaps the blade is damaged on the left side. Have you checked each individual tooth? If you're over the age of 40, use a magnifying glass. :-) DAMHIKT.

Nobody likes a smartass, Dave...:)

But I DO happen to have a magnifying glass available. Good thought.

When I get home I'm going to put the brand new WWII in and see what happens.

Thanx to all

Problem solved. Seems that there are 6 trunion bolts in the early craftsman series. Made my own sled for the dial indicator. Found the rear teeth offset about .010" ( ten thousandths). After loosening all six bolts and tapping for a bit, got it to within .001" after tightening. Made test cuts from both sides - I am a happy camper now. Tomorrow I'll check the alignment and calibration on my fence.

Thanx,

Vic