13- Bandsaw Setup/Tuneup

March 31, 2007 by thewoodwhisperer · 37 Comments
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In this episode, I cover the basic setup and tuneup of one of the coolest tools in the shop: the bandsaw. Whether you plan on cutting veneer, re-sawing lumber, or cutting curves, the quality of the cut will improve if your bandsaw is properly tuned. Learn how to properly tension the blade, set the guides, adjust for drift, as well an many other tips can tricks. Having trouble deciding what blade to buy? I’ll help you with that too!


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