I'm a beginner bandsawer..lol with this exact tilt head bandsaw.. Your video has helped me tremendously thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom..

I got one of these that was very lightly used. The lower blade guides were sintered steel, but the upper blade guides were actually graphite blocks. I found the original manual online and it turns out the steel ones are for regular blades, but the graphite ones are actually supposed to go with the 1/16” scroll blade. The graphite blocks came with the scroll blade when you bought it, and the saw originally came with an attachment for that which worked differently than the one in part 2 of this video. The idea was that you would put the graphite blocks all the way around the blade and it would just cut itself into a tight fitting groove. In any case you can’t get either the steel ones or the graphite ones anymore. I wanted to put this info here because this video is literally the only good info about this saw I found anywhere on the internet. When I got the saw home I took it apart all the way, cleaned the dust out from every corner, inside and out. I even took the motor apart and brushed out the coils and the speed governor. I sprayed Teflon dry lube into all the tracks and bearings for the tilt head, and inside the gearbox for the crank… it’s smooth as silk now, cranks up and down like a brand new machine. It’s a joy! And of course I followed these instructions to get the blade guides adjusted…

@omgoleus

Жыл бұрын

Oh yeah one other thing, you mention the trick with the 2x4 to make sure the table is square to the blade, but you didn’t mention that there’s a set screw in the table right inside the vertical column which you can use to make sure that perfect square blade is where the crank always returns to. Anyway the full manual is here c.searspartsdirect.com/mmh/lis_pdf/OWNM/L0709235.pdf

Thank you for showing me exactly how to adjust my new(old) band saw. Perfect video. I wish it was HD for small detail, but I was able to get my blade nicely aligned and eliminate the wiggle. 🎉

Great video~! This was my first bandsaw that I bought back in the early 90's ('91/'92) and I'm still using it. I use it for my scroll work (as you mentioned) and my Laguna 18BX for my resawing. I've seen this seldom seen bandsaw more often on KZread over the last few years. Other than not having a fence specifically for it, I've never had any problems.

Simply fantastic! I just bought one of these used and these tuning tips made all the difference!

I just got one of these! It's my first band saw! Thanks so much for this!

Thank you so much for this series.

Thank you for this video I inherited this and a few more shop tools from my late father along with a nice dewalt radial saw that I've never seen before. He had some very nice tools but can't find a manual for them

Great video. I appreciate your guidance.

When I bought my saw, it was set up for the higher of its two speeds. This gave a high blade speed but little power. Changing the belt to low speed upped the power a lot and made resawing 5" cherry easy.

Great video.

cool.. been a minute since you posted!

I certainly don't miss my Craftsman band saw !! Love my JET though : )

Awesome video! I found the same saw at a yard sale for $15 and got it working again, but was having issues getting it aligned, this helps a lot. What speed do you gave the belt on when doing resawing? I was trying to resaw a piece of maple with a new blade and it wasn't cutting at all. I couldn't see an easy way to get to the motor to change the speed, but it's set at the slower speed now.

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

Fastest speed for wood.

Very interesting video! Do you have a video on how to change the belt on the motor? I have the same bandsaw and the belt is broken.

@bandsawlife2660

15 күн бұрын

Sorry I do not

I am having trouble getting the removable portion of the table level with the rest of the table. The side closer to the blade is still above the rest of the table even when the set screw is backed out as far as it can go. Any troubleshooting tips? It's been hard finding info on this saw!! Thank you for the detailed video, looking forward to getting this thing tuned up once I solve my table problem!

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

There has to be something on the side rest keeping it from dropping down if the set screw is backed out.

Is it possible to use modern guides on this old saw? Modern roller bearings are cheap

This is awesome. What size replacement blade does it take?

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

80”

I have this exact band saw suddently the.motor spindel is wobblying seams stripped I tightened the allen and wouldnt move at all . any ideas on issue can motor spindal break?

I bought one recently but it needs an on/off switch. Any Idea where I can buy one?

I just picked up a 12" tilthead for nearly nothing..the guy didn't know you could tighten the tilthead lock so whenever he used it the head would drift into a tilt...Anyway I fixed it and it works great. I chan😢ged the blade to a new 3/8 6t blade and new Urethane tires. The issue I have are trying to find replacement guide blocks, I can't find replacements anywhere. My last resort are cutting and drilling some rectangular cool blocks to fit. Any idea where I can find the correct blocks without having to manufacturer them myself? Thank you.

@bandsawlife2660

3 күн бұрын

@@kevingreen8763 you can make them out out just about any exotic wood with a high oil content

Great video! I have the electronic version of the Craftsman (113.248510). I inherited it from my father. Does anyone know if the bevel encoders are available anywhere? I haven't had any luck finding any of the electronics for those saws.

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

This is the only thing I can find, www.searspartsdirect.com/?sid=sem:ggl:BP+-+Core+-+Exact:70448587096:sears%20parts%20direct:m&gclid=CjwKCAjwybyJBhBwEiwAvz4G7xPlq0Q_iUwOlyw07clG4SdTIFqbpOIfmutXyA3xEEYppBKRMYcIchoCrW8QAvD_BwE

Love your content. I have a Craftsman Model 103.24280, probably 1960s. Can I get away with putting a 1hp motor on it? It has the original 1/2 HP.

@bandsawlife2660

3 ай бұрын

Absolutely. Just be sure to keep the rpm as close as possible.

Thanks so much for doing this video. I have this same saw, but the cover somehow got lost during transporting it. Can I still buy parts for this machine?

@bandsawlife2660

Жыл бұрын

Wry limited

Good info! I have the same saw, I'm missing the sanding accessories. Can I sand my project without that attachment

@bandsawlife2660

7 ай бұрын

Nothing to support the paper if you don’t have it

@woodtech100

7 ай бұрын

@@bandsawlife2660 do you have an idea where I could pick up the accessories to attach to my bandsaw? Maybe an aftermarket piece ?

@bandsawlife2660

7 ай бұрын

Check out eBay, your local marketplace. Even a spare saw will help you interchange parts. Those can be purchased as little as $50 on eBay.

Great info. How do I change the drive belt ? Ty

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

www.ereplacementparts.com/craftsman-113247210-12inch-band-saw-parts-c-158286_159107_171660.html

I have this bandsaw and now that I have a larger one set up for resaw, I'd like to set this one up for scroll work like you show on here. My question is which of the Carter stabilizers (there appear to be three for Sears bandsaws) fit this saw? Thanks

@bandsawlife2660

10 ай бұрын

www.carterproducts.com/band-saw-products/band-saw-stabilizer/sears-12-1990-1998-sea1

@FDMcKinney

10 ай бұрын

@@bandsawlife2660 Thank You

I have the exact same saw. I was trying to tune it up today and made the mistake of trying to replace the drive belt with one of those braided belts . Very difficult to work on. Once I got the new belt on I found it seems to be to thick. Don't know for sure because it has that stupid cover over the belt. The only way to know for sure is to completely dismantle the saw to see if the belt is rubbing and/or where. Any suggestions? Or should I just buy a new one. ( like a 14 inch jet band saw)

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

That cover is a bit of a hassle, I cut the back of the bottom side so I could remove it easier

Hey Alex, i recently got one of these saws for around $25-$35. It is my first bandsaw, and i intend on restoring it back to a usable state for my own small 'shop' that i'm slowly building. I already have a '75 craftsman RAS that i've been restoring, so the craftsman lineup kind of 'belongs' in the garage at this point. Any and all help is appreciated! The saw is functional, but has many of the issues you'd expect... I'm going to order a carter blade, and the stabilizer as well for scrolling capability, as the current blade is definitely past it's prime. I'm definitely hearing some other sounds that i can't place just yet, is there an easier way to contact you? I may need to send you a video or two for advice if you're okay with that.

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

Sure, join Bandsawlife on Instagram or Facebook and you can message me photos and videos there.

I have this bandsaw, I like using it. But my issue is that when I cut a circle the top has a wider diameter than the bottom. Iha e followed this video to set it up. But still get the same end results. My question would the Carter Satablizer at the end fix my issue? I have chatted with several ppl they say I have a drifting issue. TIA

@bandsawlife2660

6 ай бұрын

What size blade are you using?

i just got one of this Band Saw. i'm trying to put new tires and a new bland. but it doesn't look like you can take the wheels off? Do you do that to change the tires? gary

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/p6Ct0KWlZJmuoMY.html

I have this same exact saw and we've talked about this saw numerous times over the years and you always maintained that it could be fine tuned, and I always thought you were crazy. I stand corrected. Thank you for doing this. I have one question. My wheels have a bit of a vibration-wiggle. Does yours? Any inexpensive fix for this?

@bandsawlife2660

3 жыл бұрын

Message me a video of your wheels in motion

In trying to square the blade and the table, my saw head won't turn any further to the right, and it's just slightly off. Any idea how to fix?

The set screws for adjusting the main guides (not the side guides) are annoying, especially the lower ones. So hard to see them in the first place, then to get an allen wrench to go in. These set screws have 1/4" x 20 threads. I replaced mine with short hex-head bolts. Yes! So easy to see and so easy to get a box-end wrench onto. Just be careful to not overtighten and strip out the aluminum guide block.

Anyone know where to get replacement lower wheel shafts? I got one with a snapped lower shaft and was hoping to get the saw back up and running

@bandsawlife2660

2 ай бұрын

Best I can tell you is watch craigslist for one for parts can usually get one for 25 or 50 bucks

Just got the exact same saw. But. I cant find any conversion units with original 2 posts system. Any help or suggestions appreciated. Your videos are fantastic

@bandsawlife2660

10 ай бұрын

Do you want to resaw or just use it for scrolling

@gregorymensinger9968

10 ай бұрын

Scrolling

@gregorymensinger9968

10 ай бұрын

I like the carter scrolling adapter, but they say its for hex post. Any chance of getting a used one?

@bandsawlife2660

10 ай бұрын

This is the stabilizer for that saw www.carterproducts.com/band-saw-products/band-saw-stabilizer/sears-12-1990-1998-sea1

I have the same bandsaw, and badly in need for a fence. Do you know where I can get one Andy

@bandsawlife2660

10 ай бұрын

Since it’s an aluminum table you will have to make one out wood and clamp it front and back

@andyadams3758

10 ай бұрын

ok thank@@bandsawlife2660

What’s the clear plastic part inside near the inner blade gaurd tgere

@bandsawlife2660

4 ай бұрын

A light

Can anyone help with the tilting lock on this bandsaw loosening and tilting during use?? Any way to repair of fix this problem?

@bandsawlife2660

2 ай бұрын

Im afraid that’s a manufacturer question and well we all know the problem there! Sorry

I had a craftsman like this… I could never get it to cut straight… moved on to a jet 14” which I really liked but still had limitations so I moved on to a Laguna 14bx which I love… was always my goal to get a laguna… I found the craftsman design to be somewhat goofy with the tilting head instead of a tilting table…. Wish I would of made better use of the craftsman after seeing these videos….

I have had mine for 2 years and bought 5 blades and still cant get it to cut straight

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried Carter blades?

I am looking for a part replacement pull off push on switch

@bandsawlife2660

Жыл бұрын

I’m afraid all you will find is after market

@michaelchavez9618

Жыл бұрын

@@bandsawlife2660 part replacement pull off push on switch

What size blade does it take?

@LongGun223

2 жыл бұрын

80"

Uhg , i wish my saw would cut that well

@bandsawlife2660

2 жыл бұрын

It can I promise