Bought this shredder - what a piece of junk. First time - didn't work. Exchanged it - missing parts. Exchanged it again - faulty operation. Went to return it, they wanted a $30% restocking fee that no one told me about. Manager hung phone up and told me I as dishonest and refused to give me her boss' number. I will NEVER buy anything from Harbor Freight again - cheap tools that break and aren't worth saving $10. By the way - bought both shreders they offer - the small one is weaker than a paper shredder the bigger one is unsafe and very hard to operate - especially since they don't tell you you have to hire a professional mechanic to install the high altitude kit. This company is very dishonest.
@grumpybear86248 ай бұрын
Should have cleared all that good paint out in youre paint bucket instead of wasting all that paint when you sprayed it all out.
@quijanoguillermo16328 ай бұрын
What the heck is a warsher?
@donnak.842211 ай бұрын
Apparently they are even less assembled now when you buy them! Just bought 1 yesterday; came with a whole bunch of nuts & bolts; the hopper isn't even attached!
@dlk6111 ай бұрын
Neither is the chipper shoot. No wood in box anymore, secured with only styrofoam About How much oil & gas?
@SwamiMasters17 сағат бұрын
same, and found out the support leg was the wrong size -- too big. So have to go back to Harbor Freight for the correct size. Bummer
@danwetherington5096 Жыл бұрын
Been a couple of years, how has it performed, some were talking of a drive spindle shearing off, any issues with your machine? Thanks.
@drbdc6136 Жыл бұрын
I’ve used mine a lot and I’ve had the 2 guard screws vibrate loose and I pulled a wire over by the on off switch. The top hopper seems a bit weird to force feed but I don’t use that much at all.
@CookingCanningAndBaking Жыл бұрын
You've got a really cute helper there! She's not at all camera-shy!
@JeremyElliott Жыл бұрын
At 38:00, the pucker factor was at an all-time high. Grab a neighbor next time, friend!
@kurdtm1147 Жыл бұрын
What is the best way to secure the bag? No mention in user guide
@drbdc6136 Жыл бұрын
My prior chipper also had this problem as well. Just tighten it down around the outlet tightly so it holds on to the lip on it and the chute cover. Seems that an improvement could be made to the design of that but all the brands seem to share that weakness. I think they want you to shoot it in a pile and make a mess. Someone could design it different that still is efficient in production. Patent and market it! After a lot of use the plastic slip fastener did break and I use a quick clamp now.
@cadmus49 Жыл бұрын
you measured 15 11/16 and said 15 13/16. ?
@drbdc6136 Жыл бұрын
Disconnect of brain/mouth. Another reason to measure twice cut once.
@americanmanstan2381 Жыл бұрын
Great video for morons who can't put it together (I guess. I only watched 20 seconds worth). Maybe spend, oh I dunno, maybe 1 minute showing us what it can do so I can see if I want to buy it? That's why I'm here. That's why ANYONE is here.
@drbdc6136 Жыл бұрын
I planned on a video using it and plans and time left over after getting free time from my practice haven’t worked out. Prob should do that and title it an after using it for X time. This why it’s titled unboxing and assembly and not using it.
@jasonevans9649 Жыл бұрын
Howdy Dr B. Thanks for the video and info. I’m thinking about buying this saw. I couldn’t tell in the video, did you get the blade guide arm hitting the upper wheel sorted out?
@drbdc6136 Жыл бұрын
Yes I did!
@l.herbertswoager929 Жыл бұрын
Can’t hear you
@drbdc6136 Жыл бұрын
In a basement with metal stud walls and no flooring. Very echoey.
@garypostell5268 Жыл бұрын
Pump sure is running a lot mercy loud to?
@drbdc6136 Жыл бұрын
In a basement with metal stud walls and no flooring. Very echoey.
@paulyanney3151 Жыл бұрын
You’re granddaughter is such a good helper 😇
@spkendrick Жыл бұрын
The Harvey is hard to beat at this price point
@cindybeckwith15332 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your reply Dr. B. I did get my new Harvey C14 Ambassador, and with the help of two neighbors was able to walk it safely onto the Harvey mobile base that I preassembled. Harvey's mobile base seems sturdy enough, and am glad to have it. I only pull it away from the wall at most a couple of feet when resawing, and so far it is easy to turn and strong enough to handle the weight. No bearings in the wheels, but they are rigid, tough, and are adequate. BTW, out of the box the saw was well tuned, table was flat and square to the blade. Once it was cleaned up, and with some slight tuning, it is running very nicely. I did in fact balance a nickel on the table when running-so I am pretty satisfied. Nicest bandsaw I have owned. My first cut (with a Woodslicer 1/2" blade) was to resaw a two foot long 2x4 on edge and I ripped a 3/32" slice that was consistent from top to bottom & end to end! I had an older 14" General, and two Rikon 10" in the recent past. Glad I chose the Harvey.
@cindybeckwith15332 жыл бұрын
Hi Dr. B. Are you satisfied with Harvey's mobile base? Smooth, easy to operate, positive locking, any marring left on your floor? Getting ready to order my C14 and need a mobile base.
@drbdc61362 жыл бұрын
I haven’t moved it a lot but when I do it has been nice. Being such a high center of gravity I wouldn’t get too crazy with it. Don’t tie to your trailer hitch to take it to a friends house!
@rufustoad12 жыл бұрын
Its been 1yr since the unboxing. How do you like it?
@drbdc61362 жыл бұрын
Sadly I’ve barely used it. I will! I became involved it remodeling my fathers upstairs bathroom it started leaking right above his recliner. Got that on video but need to edit. Then while in bathroom mode I’m doing my fiancés bathroom so we can sell or rent that house.
@jageo482 жыл бұрын
It is my opinion that your depiction of the wide blade location on the top wheel is incorrect. Yes, it follows Alex Snodgrass's viewpoint from *10 years ago* when using only narrow blades. Using the gullet location in the centre of the wheel for a wide blade is very _dangerous_ . It puts far too much tension on both wheels. The blade should be *centred* back and teeth on the upper wheel. Let the lower one go unless it is very wrong.
@sandmandave2008 Жыл бұрын
There is no way I would go against Alex Snodgrass's advice. He uses the gullet in the center on wide blades as well without issues.
@jageo48 Жыл бұрын
@@sandmandave2008 Highly unlikely as the wheel tires are simply not wide enough.
@sandmandave2008 Жыл бұрын
@@jageo48 They are on my machine and are stated to do that in my owners manual. My 3/4” blade was pre installed in that position.
@jageo48 Жыл бұрын
@@sandmandave2008 That may be; however, what is not talked 'bout by you, nor Alex is where is the blade on the lower wheel? I've had 7 bandsaws over the course of my professional career, since 1970, the largest being a Wadkin 27". I could put 2T/" hook tooth blades on that monster that were 1-1/4" wide for making cedar shingles. No issues with blade wander nor anything else. Be careful following any one person for any idea whether technical or otherwise. Use intuitive feelings and common sense, aka shared knowledge. btw, if interested you can see my reviews of the Rikon bandsaw [overly hyped by mags etc ]and the latest Harvey [the best overall machine in my experience] on the Lumberjocks forum.
@fredastaire61562 жыл бұрын
Thanks for uploading this video. I've been looking at this vs. the Grizzly G0513X2BF How have you found Harvey's customer support since you got it?
@tcbridges2 жыл бұрын
I ordered the same bandsaw less than 3 weeks ago and it came today. Your video is really helpful. One question though why cant you just put locking caster wheels through the holes in the base instead of a seperate roll base setting on plywood
@drbdc61362 жыл бұрын
I thought about that but would still need front wheel attachment.
@claytonroberts3442 жыл бұрын
I think he has it set to pump to high
@drbdc61362 жыл бұрын
Very possible.
@shaunstayfree55512 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@orionmec2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dr. B! I enjoyed watching... You are just like me; an everyday kind of guy! I just got mine in the shop and watched your video before I did anything else with it. Actually, I cleaned today... had to make room. This saw is an absolute beast to move. I recommend (as I did after watching you) get help to get it off the pallet so you don't damage the saw.. or yourself. It's very very heavy!!! :)
@rodpotts26662 жыл бұрын
I really like all the metal and aluminum parts on theses saws. Thanks for the video.
@MixingGBP2 жыл бұрын
Is it normal to make that screeching sound every time it starts?
@orionmec2 жыл бұрын
That is the blade slipping... I just bought mine and if it does that I'll be purchasing better wheel rubber..... and getting on Harvey for a 'soft start' motor. ...It could be lack of proper tension.... but I'll see.
@MixingGBP2 жыл бұрын
@@orionmec thanks. I am getting a band saw for guitar making, mostly. Not sure which model or even size I need yet.
@drbdc61362 жыл бұрын
After cutting with it a few times the oils wore off and it is amazingly quiet.
@andimthejr3 жыл бұрын
Great video Love the unboxing! How do you like it after getting some use out of it, I'm thinking of purchasing one to use for quick touch ups and small property's with my lawn care business. Would love to hear what you think thank you.
@drbdc61362 жыл бұрын
I’m loving this more and more every time I use it. I need to get my milling sled built but have become over extended with my practice and bathroom remodels in my free time.
@Ricebow113 жыл бұрын
Is the unit pretty loud through out the whole time your painting?
@drbdc61363 жыл бұрын
Sounds much louder in the video than it is when using. That’s also in a basement with concrete floor and metal stud walls which even talking has an echoing sound.
@Ricebow113 жыл бұрын
@@drbdc6136 how did you handle the corners? I just got mine and it leaked so much from the handle area, cleaned it up and finally work but the prime I used kilzone 2 was runny, not sure if it was the primer paint type but definitely disappointing, gonna try it again
@drbdc61363 жыл бұрын
@@Ricebow11 I haven’t tried kilz 2 in it. I did try kilz in a hvlp and had no luck at all. It was a cheap purple one from harbor freight but saw so many good reviews on it I tried it. Was so messy I threw it away after. Being $14 it was easier than cleaning it. Ended up just rolling the kilz 2. On the corners I just keep moving same speed on regular paint and primers.
@Ricebow113 жыл бұрын
@@drbdc6136 maybe I should’ve paid more attention to the paint I purchase, If I’m using the Graco sprayer, what sort of paint should I make sure I get for a nice painting experience?
@drbdc61363 жыл бұрын
@@Ricebow11 I’ve used both Home Depot behr and the Lowe’s valspar 4000 so far. I’ve been told by full time painter patients to go with sherwin Williams though. When I did my master bedroom with the valspar I had some runs when I went too slow and I believe that’s user technique. I had a roller with me I gave a little roll to the runs and it worked out great. Just a light roll on them.
@cajunrotor3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing you setup on the Harvey. I'm looking closely at this model to replace an underpowered Ridgid that I've spent way too much $$ on trying to get by. I originally thought that I would go with either the Jet or Laguna, but it seems the Harvey offers more for the price except for the 2 year warranty where the Jet has a 5 year. Why did you select the Harvey? Have you needed any product support since purchase? How well did they respond?
@drbdc61363 жыл бұрын
I haven’t needed any support yet. Haven’t used it enough at this time though. I’m building a milling sled for it and that will give it a pretty good stress. My first run at it I made the sled too narrow which limits the diameter of tree I can mill. I’m hoping to get that build and some milling made/filmed in next week.
@Liftmaster-sw2zy3 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Earned a new subscriber
@drbdc61363 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@beyondthecutcreations93913 жыл бұрын
Contemplating on the x7 vs the x17 for the insta-clean and Pro-exchange rebuildable pump. Thanks for not doing a unboxing video! and for your cold weather needs for fresh water you can get a Dual -Thread adapter for hose to sink faucet at the HD.
@drbdc61363 жыл бұрын
Great reminder of the faucet adapter. I use one at my office to attach a hose for spraying things off out the back door. I’ll have to grab one before this fall. Since the video I’ve used it a lot more. It’s a fast learning curve. Biggest thing is to keep moving and when masking off, be sure to run hand along tape well so that it doesn’t blow the masking away. When that occurred in a couple spots I found an awesome solution that removes the overspray as fast as if I were just dusting. I put these scruffy pads on my random orbital and ran over things with some water and it just came right off. amzn.to/3uTGcl2 amzn.to/33M7zBO
@mikeaubree16092 жыл бұрын
In my opinion if you havent got one already, get the x17, only a few hundred more. Reason being the easy pump exchange; when your pump stops working you simply buy another pump and replace it. With the x7 you would have to replace the whole machine! Personally i use the 390, 490, and 695. However these are not in the price range of most people starting out or even professionals but they are worth every penny!!!
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Got mine today with20% off coupon
Bought this shredder - what a piece of junk. First time - didn't work. Exchanged it - missing parts. Exchanged it again - faulty operation. Went to return it, they wanted a $30% restocking fee that no one told me about. Manager hung phone up and told me I as dishonest and refused to give me her boss' number. I will NEVER buy anything from Harbor Freight again - cheap tools that break and aren't worth saving $10. By the way - bought both shreders they offer - the small one is weaker than a paper shredder the bigger one is unsafe and very hard to operate - especially since they don't tell you you have to hire a professional mechanic to install the high altitude kit. This company is very dishonest.
Should have cleared all that good paint out in youre paint bucket instead of wasting all that paint when you sprayed it all out.
What the heck is a warsher?
Apparently they are even less assembled now when you buy them! Just bought 1 yesterday; came with a whole bunch of nuts & bolts; the hopper isn't even attached!
Neither is the chipper shoot. No wood in box anymore, secured with only styrofoam About How much oil & gas?
same, and found out the support leg was the wrong size -- too big. So have to go back to Harbor Freight for the correct size. Bummer
Been a couple of years, how has it performed, some were talking of a drive spindle shearing off, any issues with your machine? Thanks.
I’ve used mine a lot and I’ve had the 2 guard screws vibrate loose and I pulled a wire over by the on off switch. The top hopper seems a bit weird to force feed but I don’t use that much at all.
You've got a really cute helper there! She's not at all camera-shy!
At 38:00, the pucker factor was at an all-time high. Grab a neighbor next time, friend!
What is the best way to secure the bag? No mention in user guide
My prior chipper also had this problem as well. Just tighten it down around the outlet tightly so it holds on to the lip on it and the chute cover. Seems that an improvement could be made to the design of that but all the brands seem to share that weakness. I think they want you to shoot it in a pile and make a mess. Someone could design it different that still is efficient in production. Patent and market it! After a lot of use the plastic slip fastener did break and I use a quick clamp now.
you measured 15 11/16 and said 15 13/16. ?
Disconnect of brain/mouth. Another reason to measure twice cut once.
Great video for morons who can't put it together (I guess. I only watched 20 seconds worth). Maybe spend, oh I dunno, maybe 1 minute showing us what it can do so I can see if I want to buy it? That's why I'm here. That's why ANYONE is here.
I planned on a video using it and plans and time left over after getting free time from my practice haven’t worked out. Prob should do that and title it an after using it for X time. This why it’s titled unboxing and assembly and not using it.
Howdy Dr B. Thanks for the video and info. I’m thinking about buying this saw. I couldn’t tell in the video, did you get the blade guide arm hitting the upper wheel sorted out?
Yes I did!
Can’t hear you
In a basement with metal stud walls and no flooring. Very echoey.
Pump sure is running a lot mercy loud to?
In a basement with metal stud walls and no flooring. Very echoey.
You’re granddaughter is such a good helper 😇
The Harvey is hard to beat at this price point
Thanks for your reply Dr. B. I did get my new Harvey C14 Ambassador, and with the help of two neighbors was able to walk it safely onto the Harvey mobile base that I preassembled. Harvey's mobile base seems sturdy enough, and am glad to have it. I only pull it away from the wall at most a couple of feet when resawing, and so far it is easy to turn and strong enough to handle the weight. No bearings in the wheels, but they are rigid, tough, and are adequate. BTW, out of the box the saw was well tuned, table was flat and square to the blade. Once it was cleaned up, and with some slight tuning, it is running very nicely. I did in fact balance a nickel on the table when running-so I am pretty satisfied. Nicest bandsaw I have owned. My first cut (with a Woodslicer 1/2" blade) was to resaw a two foot long 2x4 on edge and I ripped a 3/32" slice that was consistent from top to bottom & end to end! I had an older 14" General, and two Rikon 10" in the recent past. Glad I chose the Harvey.
Hi Dr. B. Are you satisfied with Harvey's mobile base? Smooth, easy to operate, positive locking, any marring left on your floor? Getting ready to order my C14 and need a mobile base.
I haven’t moved it a lot but when I do it has been nice. Being such a high center of gravity I wouldn’t get too crazy with it. Don’t tie to your trailer hitch to take it to a friends house!
Its been 1yr since the unboxing. How do you like it?
Sadly I’ve barely used it. I will! I became involved it remodeling my fathers upstairs bathroom it started leaking right above his recliner. Got that on video but need to edit. Then while in bathroom mode I’m doing my fiancés bathroom so we can sell or rent that house.
It is my opinion that your depiction of the wide blade location on the top wheel is incorrect. Yes, it follows Alex Snodgrass's viewpoint from *10 years ago* when using only narrow blades. Using the gullet location in the centre of the wheel for a wide blade is very _dangerous_ . It puts far too much tension on both wheels. The blade should be *centred* back and teeth on the upper wheel. Let the lower one go unless it is very wrong.
There is no way I would go against Alex Snodgrass's advice. He uses the gullet in the center on wide blades as well without issues.
@@sandmandave2008 Highly unlikely as the wheel tires are simply not wide enough.
@@jageo48 They are on my machine and are stated to do that in my owners manual. My 3/4” blade was pre installed in that position.
@@sandmandave2008 That may be; however, what is not talked 'bout by you, nor Alex is where is the blade on the lower wheel? I've had 7 bandsaws over the course of my professional career, since 1970, the largest being a Wadkin 27". I could put 2T/" hook tooth blades on that monster that were 1-1/4" wide for making cedar shingles. No issues with blade wander nor anything else. Be careful following any one person for any idea whether technical or otherwise. Use intuitive feelings and common sense, aka shared knowledge. btw, if interested you can see my reviews of the Rikon bandsaw [overly hyped by mags etc ]and the latest Harvey [the best overall machine in my experience] on the Lumberjocks forum.
Thanks for uploading this video. I've been looking at this vs. the Grizzly G0513X2BF How have you found Harvey's customer support since you got it?
I ordered the same bandsaw less than 3 weeks ago and it came today. Your video is really helpful. One question though why cant you just put locking caster wheels through the holes in the base instead of a seperate roll base setting on plywood
I thought about that but would still need front wheel attachment.
I think he has it set to pump to high
Very possible.
Thanks
Thanks Dr. B! I enjoyed watching... You are just like me; an everyday kind of guy! I just got mine in the shop and watched your video before I did anything else with it. Actually, I cleaned today... had to make room. This saw is an absolute beast to move. I recommend (as I did after watching you) get help to get it off the pallet so you don't damage the saw.. or yourself. It's very very heavy!!! :)
I really like all the metal and aluminum parts on theses saws. Thanks for the video.
Is it normal to make that screeching sound every time it starts?
That is the blade slipping... I just bought mine and if it does that I'll be purchasing better wheel rubber..... and getting on Harvey for a 'soft start' motor. ...It could be lack of proper tension.... but I'll see.
@@orionmec thanks. I am getting a band saw for guitar making, mostly. Not sure which model or even size I need yet.
After cutting with it a few times the oils wore off and it is amazingly quiet.
Great video Love the unboxing! How do you like it after getting some use out of it, I'm thinking of purchasing one to use for quick touch ups and small property's with my lawn care business. Would love to hear what you think thank you.
I’m loving this more and more every time I use it. I need to get my milling sled built but have become over extended with my practice and bathroom remodels in my free time.
Is the unit pretty loud through out the whole time your painting?
Sounds much louder in the video than it is when using. That’s also in a basement with concrete floor and metal stud walls which even talking has an echoing sound.
@@drbdc6136 how did you handle the corners? I just got mine and it leaked so much from the handle area, cleaned it up and finally work but the prime I used kilzone 2 was runny, not sure if it was the primer paint type but definitely disappointing, gonna try it again
@@Ricebow11 I haven’t tried kilz 2 in it. I did try kilz in a hvlp and had no luck at all. It was a cheap purple one from harbor freight but saw so many good reviews on it I tried it. Was so messy I threw it away after. Being $14 it was easier than cleaning it. Ended up just rolling the kilz 2. On the corners I just keep moving same speed on regular paint and primers.
@@drbdc6136 maybe I should’ve paid more attention to the paint I purchase, If I’m using the Graco sprayer, what sort of paint should I make sure I get for a nice painting experience?
@@Ricebow11 I’ve used both Home Depot behr and the Lowe’s valspar 4000 so far. I’ve been told by full time painter patients to go with sherwin Williams though. When I did my master bedroom with the valspar I had some runs when I went too slow and I believe that’s user technique. I had a roller with me I gave a little roll to the runs and it worked out great. Just a light roll on them.
Thanks for sharing you setup on the Harvey. I'm looking closely at this model to replace an underpowered Ridgid that I've spent way too much $$ on trying to get by. I originally thought that I would go with either the Jet or Laguna, but it seems the Harvey offers more for the price except for the 2 year warranty where the Jet has a 5 year. Why did you select the Harvey? Have you needed any product support since purchase? How well did they respond?
I haven’t needed any support yet. Haven’t used it enough at this time though. I’m building a milling sled for it and that will give it a pretty good stress. My first run at it I made the sled too narrow which limits the diameter of tree I can mill. I’m hoping to get that build and some milling made/filmed in next week.
Nice video. Earned a new subscriber
Thanks!
Contemplating on the x7 vs the x17 for the insta-clean and Pro-exchange rebuildable pump. Thanks for not doing a unboxing video! and for your cold weather needs for fresh water you can get a Dual -Thread adapter for hose to sink faucet at the HD.
Great reminder of the faucet adapter. I use one at my office to attach a hose for spraying things off out the back door. I’ll have to grab one before this fall. Since the video I’ve used it a lot more. It’s a fast learning curve. Biggest thing is to keep moving and when masking off, be sure to run hand along tape well so that it doesn’t blow the masking away. When that occurred in a couple spots I found an awesome solution that removes the overspray as fast as if I were just dusting. I put these scruffy pads on my random orbital and ran over things with some water and it just came right off. amzn.to/3uTGcl2 amzn.to/33M7zBO
In my opinion if you havent got one already, get the x17, only a few hundred more. Reason being the easy pump exchange; when your pump stops working you simply buy another pump and replace it. With the x7 you would have to replace the whole machine! Personally i use the 390, 490, and 695. However these are not in the price range of most people starting out or even professionals but they are worth every penny!!!
Just learning how to do KZread videos!