Best tension achieved in the FWW No153 tests was 15000psi at 3/4" tension.
Best results were achieved by the Shop Fox G9970, RIGID BS1400 and the
General 90-100 M1; each achieving 15,000psi. The Jet machine came in at
10,000psi.
The Powermatic was not one of the test machines.
"David Binkowski" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> I saw some mention in a BS comparison that the Powermatic could
> only be tensioned to about half what the Delta 14" could be...
>
> Not good for resawing if thats true.
>
>
call Southern Tool at 1-800-458-3687 to find out when they will get
one. They are EXCEPTIONAL to deal with. I bought my jointer from them
and found them a pleasure to do business with. They've been around a
long time.
dave
Forrest Chamberlain wrote:
> I've heard good things about the Powermatic 14" bandsaw (mostly here,
> actually), but can't find much info about it. Powermatic's web site
> doesn't mention it at all, and Amazon doesn't carry it. Can anyone
> point me to some info and/or places (preferably online) that are selling
> it?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Forrest
>
it is the PWBS-14. LIST is around $850 Google my earlier posts about
features.
Just sweeetend it up a bit today with a fine-cutting 3/16 scroll blade.
I'm in love...
dave
Forrest Chamberlain wrote:
> Dave (and anyone else who's seen the new saw)--
>
> What's the model #? Can I ask where you got it? I've been googling for
> it, and can't find a reference to it anywhere.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Forrest
>
> Bay Area Dave wrote:
>
>> Brian! That's a different saw! That's not the one I have. First
>> Keith; now you! You guys are talking ancient history.
>>
>> dave
>>
>> Brian wrote:
>>
>>> Here it is, again. Give it a read.
>>> http://www.woodnet.net/toolreviews/bsaw_rev.html
>>>
>>>
>>> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>> news:[email protected]...
>>>
>>>> where again is the article? I'd be curious to see it! I hated the
>>>> Delta
>>>> I had, even though LOTS of guys like theirs, and I can't fathom how
>>>> anyone seeing and using the new Powermatic could not like it far better
>>>> than the Delta. I realize that's my opinion, but this is a NEW tool,
>>>> that not many guys have seen yet. When they do they are gonna wish
>>>> they
>>>> didn't have the Delta. Just like I wish I didn't have a 733 planer,
>>>> now
>>>> that the 735 is out. That is a dynamite planer. I've seen it in
>>>> action, and have peered under the hood. Blade changes are easier, 3
>>>> cutters, double sided, yeah, baby!
>>>>
>>>> dave
>>>>
>>>> Brian wrote:
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>>>> news:[email protected]...
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>> that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
>>>>>> me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
>>>>>> persnicketyness. Google my complaints about the PC557 if you don't
>>>>>> think I notice every little thing...and that's just for starters. :)
>>>>>>
>>>>>> dave
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Be that as it may, and I don't doubt that is, the article is an
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> interesting
>>>
>>>>> read and would be interested in your constructive comments on the
>>>>> things
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> it
>>>
>>>>> points out. :-)
>>>>>
>>>>> Brian.
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>
And I was thinking abvout buying a Powermatic 14"CS.....confusing...think
i,ll look them all over at the woodworking show.....hmmm...
"Forrest Chamberlain" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> I've heard good things about the Powermatic 14" bandsaw (mostly here,
> actually), but can't find much info about it. Powermatic's web site
> doesn't mention it at all, and Amazon doesn't carry it. Can anyone
> point me to some info and/or places (preferably online) that are selling
it?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Forrest
>
for what I use it for, the new Powermatic runs like a dream too! :) not
everyone needs a behemoth tool to build the next Queen Mary.
dave
Dave Fleming wrote:
>>not sure if my last post made it through.
>>
>>if not: here is a paraphrase of it:
>>
>>earth to Keith: that is NOT the BS in question! ROTFLMAO!
>>
>>dave
>>
>>Unisaw A100 wrote:
>>
>>>I did a complete tip to tail write up on mine. Here's
>>>the link.
>>>
>>>http://owwm.com/PhotoIndex/detail.asp?id=973
>>>
>>>:-)
>>>
>>>UA100
>
> Ayup, Keeter got one of the good ones. Solid Frame not split, they run
> like dreams. When JET bought PM I think that was the first one they
> dumped from the line and replaced with a JET type.
>
> Me, today I would buy a General of Canada solid frame bandsoar.
>
> If I want to do serious re-saw work I would think seriously of a
> larger machine with true re-saw capabilities.
> OR a good piece of old ahrn like a WT or Cresent.
> Tales of a Boatbuilder Apprentice
> http://pages.sbcglobal.net/djf3rd/
>not sure if my last post made it through.
>
>if not: here is a paraphrase of it:
>
>earth to Keith: that is NOT the BS in question! ROTFLMAO!
>
>dave
>
>Unisaw A100 wrote:
>> I did a complete tip to tail write up on mine. Here's
>> the link.
>>
>> http://owwm.com/PhotoIndex/detail.asp?id=973
>>
>> :-)
>>
>> UA100
Ayup, Keeter got one of the good ones. Solid Frame not split, they run
like dreams. When JET bought PM I think that was the first one they
dumped from the line and replaced with a JET type.
Me, today I would buy a General of Canada solid frame bandsoar.
If I want to do serious re-saw work I would think seriously of a
larger machine with true re-saw capabilities.
OR a good piece of old ahrn like a WT or Cresent.
Tales of a Boatbuilder Apprentice
http://pages.sbcglobal.net/djf3rd/
You really should change your addy to "Bluster Again Dave". It would be
infinitely more appropriate.
"Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> did you stay up all night dreaming that one up?
> David Binkowski wrote:
> > I saw some mention in a BS comparison that the Powermatic could
> > only be tensioned to about half what the Delta 14" could be...
> >
> > Not good for resawing if thats true.
that is a TOTAL CROCK, Brian. I have one AFTER seeing a brand new unit
run at the WW show. IT is smoother than the Delta. In fact it doesn't
vibrate any more than a sewing machine. I'm serious. It is SWEET.
dave
Brian wrote:
> I recently read a 14" bandsaw comparison article (wish I had the link handy)
> which indicated that the Powermatic suffered from far more vibration that
> most others in its class. This alone would steer me away, personally.
>
> The consensus favorite for the review was the Jet 14" model. I'll try to
> dig up the link to this article.
>
> FWIW.
>
> Brian.
>
> "Forrest Chamberlain" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>
>>I've heard good things about the Powermatic 14" bandsaw (mostly here,
>>actually), but can't find much info about it. Powermatic's web site
>>doesn't mention it at all, and Amazon doesn't carry it. Can anyone
>>point me to some info and/or places (preferably online) that are selling
>
> it?
>
>>Thanks,
>>
>>Forrest
>>
>
>
>
He doesn't even own one; how the hell would he know if it vibrated or
not? We all know the trouble I had with the Delta and all the tips for
replacing the Delta's sheave, etc, to ATTEMPT to tame that beast. At
least the few X5's I've seen aren't as bad as the 299A.
dave
Unisaw A100 wrote:
> Bay Area Dave wrote:
>
>>that is a TOTAL CROCK, Brian. I have one AFTER seeing a brand new unit
>>run at the WW show. IT is smoother than the Delta. In fact it doesn't
>>vibrate any more than a sewing machine. I'm serious. It is SWEET.
Oops, my bad. You said to check out Southern Tool--I assume this is it:
http://www.southern-tool.com/store/powermatic_14cs_bandsaw.html. I'd
be interested in any other references anyone has, though.
Thanks,
Forrest
Forrest Chamberlain wrote:
> Dave (and anyone else who's seen the new saw)--
>
> What's the model #? Can I ask where you got it? I've been googling for
> it, and can't find a reference to it anywhere.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Forrest
>
> Bay Area Dave wrote:
>
>> Brian! That's a different saw! That's not the one I have. First
>> Keith; now you! You guys are talking ancient history.
>>
>> dave
>>
>> Brian wrote:
>>
>>> Here it is, again. Give it a read.
>>> http://www.woodnet.net/toolreviews/bsaw_rev.html
>>>
>>>
>>> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>> news:[email protected]...
>>>
>>>> where again is the article? I'd be curious to see it! I hated the
>>>> Delta
>>>> I had, even though LOTS of guys like theirs, and I can't fathom how
>>>> anyone seeing and using the new Powermatic could not like it far better
>>>> than the Delta. I realize that's my opinion, but this is a NEW tool,
>>>> that not many guys have seen yet. When they do they are gonna wish
>>>> they
>>>> didn't have the Delta. Just like I wish I didn't have a 733 planer,
>>>> now
>>>> that the 735 is out. That is a dynamite planer. I've seen it in
>>>> action, and have peered under the hood. Blade changes are easier, 3
>>>> cutters, double sided, yeah, baby!
>>>>
>>>> dave
>>>>
>>>> Brian wrote:
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>>>> news:[email protected]...
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>> that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
>>>>>> me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
>>>>>> persnicketyness. Google my complaints about the PC557 if you don't
>>>>>> think I notice every little thing...and that's just for starters. :)
>>>>>>
>>>>>> dave
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> Be that as it may, and I don't doubt that is, the article is an
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> interesting
>>>
>>>>> read and would be interested in your constructive comments on the
>>>>> things
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> it
>>>
>>>>> points out. :-)
>>>>>
>>>>> Brian.
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>
geez, Brian, I don't think I was "shooting the messenger"! I didn't
call you names did I? Did I insult you? Didn't mean too, just by
saying that the article about vibration was a 'crock'.
where city are you in?
dave
Brian wrote:
> OK, then its a crock. Don't shoot the messenger. Let me find that link and
> get back to you.... BTW, since I'm not far from the Bay Area, maybe I could
> check yours out in person. :-)
>
> Brian.
>
>
> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>
>>that is a TOTAL CROCK, Brian. I have one AFTER seeing a brand new unit
>>run at the WW show. IT is smoother than the Delta. In fact it doesn't
>>vibrate any more than a sewing machine. I'm serious. It is SWEET.
>>
>>dave
>>
>>Brian wrote:
>>
>>
>>>I recently read a 14" bandsaw comparison article (wish I had the link
>
> handy)
>
>>>which indicated that the Powermatic suffered from far more vibration
>
> that
>
>>>most others in its class. This alone would steer me away, personally.
>>>
>>>The consensus favorite for the review was the Jet 14" model. I'll try
>
> to
>
>>>dig up the link to this article.
>>>
>>>FWIW.
>>>
>>>Brian.
>>>
>>>"Forrest Chamberlain" <[email protected]> wrote in
>
> message
>
>>>news:[email protected]...
>>>
>>>
>>>>I've heard good things about the Powermatic 14" bandsaw (mostly here,
>>>>actually), but can't find much info about it. Powermatic's web site
>>>>doesn't mention it at all, and Amazon doesn't carry it. Can anyone
>>>>point me to some info and/or places (preferably online) that are selling
>>>
>>>it?
>>>
>>>
>>>>Thanks,
>>>>
>>>>Forrest
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>
>
what are you smoking??? the Jet is NOT the same BS by any means! too
many differences for me to even bother listing.
dave
Rich wrote:
> Bay Area Dave <[email protected]> wrote in message news:<[email protected]>...
>
>>call Southern Tool at 1-800-458-3687 ...
>
>
> I have the Jet version of the exact same BS. Only difference is the
> Jet sells for $250 USD less. Check it out also.
>
> HTH
> Rich
Bay Area Dave <[email protected]> wrote in message news:<[email protected]>...
> call Southern Tool at 1-800-458-3687 ...
I have the Jet version of the exact same BS. Only difference is the
Jet sells for $250 USD less. Check it out also.
HTH
Rich
Bay Area Dave <[email protected]> wrote in message news:<b%[email protected]>...
> what are you smoking???
Whatever gets you through the night Dave!
Rich
Bay Area Dave <[email protected]> wrote in message news:<[email protected]>...
> Brian! That's a different saw! That's not the one I have. First
> Keith; now you! You guys are talking ancient history.
>
> dave
>
Ah. OK, which Powermatic bandsaw are we talking about then? I guess
the original post didn't specify a model number. Or, is the one in
the link discontinued?
Brian.
> Just like I wish I didn't have a 733 planer, now
> that the 735 is out. That is a dynamite planer. I've seen it in
> action, and have peered under the hood. Blade changes are easier, 3
> cutters, double sided, yeah, baby!
>
> dave
179 CPI too!! Rotatable blades was long time coming for Dewalt, too.
I'll soon have a DW735 in my garage. :-)
Brian.
I saw some mention in a BS comparison that the Powermatic could
only be tensioned to about half what the Delta 14" could be...
Not good for resawing if thats true.
--
The software said it ran under Windows 98/NT/2000, or better.
So I installed it on Linux...
"Forrest Chamberlain" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> I've heard good things about the Powermatic 14" bandsaw (mostly here,
> actually), but can't find much info about it. Powermatic's web site
> doesn't mention it at all, and Amazon doesn't carry it. Can anyone
> point me to some info and/or places (preferably online) that are selling
it?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Forrest
>
>
hey! that's it! I didn't even notice it today in my haste. Good going!
CB Tools in San Jose has them as of today. They can't keep 'em in stock.
dave
Forrest Chamberlain wrote:
> Oops, my bad. You said to check out Southern Tool--I assume this is it:
> http://www.southern-tool.com/store/powermatic_14cs_bandsaw.html. I'd
> be interested in any other references anyone has, though.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Forrest
>
> Forrest Chamberlain wrote:
>
>> Dave (and anyone else who's seen the new saw)--
>>
>> What's the model #? Can I ask where you got it? I've been googling
>> for it, and can't find a reference to it anywhere.
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Forrest
>>
>> Bay Area Dave wrote:
>>
>>> Brian! That's a different saw! That's not the one I have. First
>>> Keith; now you! You guys are talking ancient history.
>>>
>>> dave
>>>
>>> Brian wrote:
>>>
>>>> Here it is, again. Give it a read.
>>>> http://www.woodnet.net/toolreviews/bsaw_rev.html
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>>> news:[email protected]...
>>>>
>>>>> where again is the article? I'd be curious to see it! I hated the
>>>>> Delta
>>>>> I had, even though LOTS of guys like theirs, and I can't fathom how
>>>>> anyone seeing and using the new Powermatic could not like it far
>>>>> better
>>>>> than the Delta. I realize that's my opinion, but this is a NEW tool,
>>>>> that not many guys have seen yet. When they do they are gonna wish
>>>>> they
>>>>> didn't have the Delta. Just like I wish I didn't have a 733
>>>>> planer, now
>>>>> that the 735 is out. That is a dynamite planer. I've seen it in
>>>>> action, and have peered under the hood. Blade changes are easier, 3
>>>>> cutters, double sided, yeah, baby!
>>>>>
>>>>> dave
>>>>>
>>>>> Brian wrote:
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>>>>> news:[email protected]...
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>> that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal.
>>>>>>> Trust
>>>>>>> me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
>>>>>>> persnicketyness. Google my complaints about the PC557 if you don't
>>>>>>> think I notice every little thing...and that's just for starters. :)
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> dave
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Be that as it may, and I don't doubt that is, the article is an
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> interesting
>>>>
>>>>>> read and would be interested in your constructive comments on the
>>>>>> things
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> it
>>>>
>>>>>> points out. :-)
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Brian.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>
>
On Mon, 01 Dec 2003 01:29:15 GMT, Unisaw A100 <[email protected]>
brought forth from the murky depths:
>Bay Area Dave wrote:
>>that is a TOTAL CROCK, Brian. I have one AFTER seeing a brand new unit
>>run at the WW show. IT is smoother than the Delta. In fact it doesn't
>>vibrate any more than a sewing machine. I'm serious. It is SWEET.
A "bowel area dave movement" is more like it.
Please don't quote the trolls, sir.
==============================================================
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==============================================================
Besides, he's talking about a different saw! I just read Brian's link -
it's for a $600 model 43.
dave
Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>
>
>>that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
>>me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
>>persnicketyness.
>
>
>
> All tests should be read with skepticism, both the good and the bad reports.
> The vibration could be real, but it could be an assembly problem, or perhaps
> a bad pulley or belt. They did not try to correct it from what was printed.
>
> Sort of like "my neighbor had a flat tire on his Ford. I'm not buying a
> Ford because they get flat tires."
> Ed
>
>
<Dave Fleming> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> Ayup, Keeter got one of the good ones. Solid Frame not split, they run
> like dreams. When JET bought PM I think that was the first one they
> dumped from the line and replaced with a JET type.
They called it the "JET type" because of the characteristic whine it
produces in some owners...
>for what I use it for, the new Powermatic runs like a dream too! :) not
>everyone needs a behemoth tool to build the next Queen Mary.
>
>dave
>
<el sniperino>
Since when is a 16 inch or 20 inch BS a behemoth????
And that saw you are in an orgasim over is just another Chiwan clone
of a clone of a clone.
Sure they added some whipped cream and a nice red cherry but it ain't
NO PM141 or General 14 inch solid frame machine.
Yeah Yeah Yeah, I know and have used the split frame machines and YES
you can do good work using them but to ME it is the solid frame that
makes the better machine.
Folla?
Tales of a Boatbuilder Apprentice
http://pages.sbcglobal.net/djf3rd/
"Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
> me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
> persnicketyness.
All tests should be read with skepticism, both the good and the bad reports.
The vibration could be real, but it could be an assembly problem, or perhaps
a bad pulley or belt. They did not try to correct it from what was printed.
Sort of like "my neighbor had a flat tire on his Ford. I'm not buying a
Ford because they get flat tires."
Ed
maybe if you looked at one, you'd not be so dismissing. get over the
origin, Dave. I don't care if you said it was made from donkey poo, the
reality is it's a great machine.
yes, a 16 or 20 isn't a "behemoth". I misread the earlier post as to
referring to something many sizes up. my apologies if I've upset you.
dave
Dave Fleming wrote:
>>for what I use it for, the new Powermatic runs like a dream too! :) not
>>everyone needs a behemoth tool to build the next Queen Mary.
>>
>>dave
>>
>
> <el sniperino>
>
> Since when is a 16 inch or 20 inch BS a behemoth????
> And that saw you are in an orgasim over is just another Chiwan clone
> of a clone of a clone.
> Sure they added some whipped cream and a nice red cherry but it ain't
> NO PM141 or General 14 inch solid frame machine.
> Yeah Yeah Yeah, I know and have used the split frame machines and YES
> you can do good work using them but to ME it is the solid frame that
> makes the better machine.
> Folla?
> Tales of a Boatbuilder Apprentice
> http://pages.sbcglobal.net/djf3rd/
perhaps Jaques will turn over a new leaf come New Years? His resolution
should be to post something on-topic...sigh...
dave
Unisaw A100 wrote:
> Bay Area Dave wrote:
>
>>that is a TOTAL CROCK, Brian. I have one AFTER seeing a brand new unit
>>run at the WW show. IT is smoother than the Delta. In fact it doesn't
>>vibrate any more than a sewing machine. I'm serious. It is SWEET.
Brian! That's a different saw! That's not the one I have. First
Keith; now you! You guys are talking ancient history.
dave
Brian wrote:
> Here it is, again. Give it a read.
> http://www.woodnet.net/toolreviews/bsaw_rev.html
>
>
> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>
>>where again is the article? I'd be curious to see it! I hated the Delta
>>I had, even though LOTS of guys like theirs, and I can't fathom how
>>anyone seeing and using the new Powermatic could not like it far better
>>than the Delta. I realize that's my opinion, but this is a NEW tool,
>>that not many guys have seen yet. When they do they are gonna wish they
>>didn't have the Delta. Just like I wish I didn't have a 733 planer, now
>>that the 735 is out. That is a dynamite planer. I've seen it in
>>action, and have peered under the hood. Blade changes are easier, 3
>>cutters, double sided, yeah, baby!
>>
>>dave
>>
>>Brian wrote:
>>
>>
>>>"Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>>news:[email protected]...
>>>
>>>
>>>>that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
>>>>me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
>>>>persnicketyness. Google my complaints about the PC557 if you don't
>>>>think I notice every little thing...and that's just for starters. :)
>>>>
>>>>dave
>>>
>>>
>>>Be that as it may, and I don't doubt that is, the article is an
>
> interesting
>
>>>read and would be interested in your constructive comments on the things
>
> it
>
>>>points out. :-)
>>>
>>>Brian.
>>>
>>>
>>
>
>
where again is the article? I'd be curious to see it! I hated the Delta
I had, even though LOTS of guys like theirs, and I can't fathom how
anyone seeing and using the new Powermatic could not like it far better
than the Delta. I realize that's my opinion, but this is a NEW tool,
that not many guys have seen yet. When they do they are gonna wish they
didn't have the Delta. Just like I wish I didn't have a 733 planer, now
that the 735 is out. That is a dynamite planer. I've seen it in
action, and have peered under the hood. Blade changes are easier, 3
cutters, double sided, yeah, baby!
dave
Brian wrote:
> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>
>>that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
>>me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
>>persnicketyness. Google my complaints about the PC557 if you don't
>>think I notice every little thing...and that's just for starters. :)
>>
>>dave
>
>
> Be that as it may, and I don't doubt that is, the article is an interesting
> read and would be interested in your constructive comments on the things it
> points out. :-)
>
> Brian.
>
>
I recently read a 14" bandsaw comparison article (wish I had the link handy)
which indicated that the Powermatic suffered from far more vibration that
most others in its class. This alone would steer me away, personally.
The consensus favorite for the review was the Jet 14" model. I'll try to
dig up the link to this article.
FWIW.
Brian.
"Forrest Chamberlain" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> I've heard good things about the Powermatic 14" bandsaw (mostly here,
> actually), but can't find much info about it. Powermatic's web site
> doesn't mention it at all, and Amazon doesn't carry it. Can anyone
> point me to some info and/or places (preferably online) that are selling
it?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Forrest
>
Give up, they're talking about imports, not American iron.
--
Ross
www.myoldtools.com
"Unisaw A100" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> Bay Area Dave wrote:
> >Nope.
>
>
> Damn! And here I'm trying so hard to please you.
>
> Is this it?
>
> http://www.owwm.com/PhotoIndex/detail.asp?id=973
>
> UA100
OK, then its a crock. Don't shoot the messenger. Let me find that link and
get back to you.... BTW, since I'm not far from the Bay Area, maybe I could
check yours out in person. :-)
Brian.
"Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> that is a TOTAL CROCK, Brian. I have one AFTER seeing a brand new unit
> run at the WW show. IT is smoother than the Delta. In fact it doesn't
> vibrate any more than a sewing machine. I'm serious. It is SWEET.
>
> dave
>
> Brian wrote:
>
> > I recently read a 14" bandsaw comparison article (wish I had the link
handy)
> > which indicated that the Powermatic suffered from far more vibration
that
> > most others in its class. This alone would steer me away, personally.
> >
> > The consensus favorite for the review was the Jet 14" model. I'll try
to
> > dig up the link to this article.
> >
> > FWIW.
> >
> > Brian.
> >
> > "Forrest Chamberlain" <[email protected]> wrote in
message
> > news:[email protected]...
> >
> >>I've heard good things about the Powermatic 14" bandsaw (mostly here,
> >>actually), but can't find much info about it. Powermatic's web site
> >>doesn't mention it at all, and Amazon doesn't carry it. Can anyone
> >>point me to some info and/or places (preferably online) that are selling
> >
> > it?
> >
> >>Thanks,
> >>
> >>Forrest
> >>
> >
> >
> >
>
Here's the quote: "The only one that had a problem with vibration was the
Powermatic. With this saw, the nuts that held the stand together vibrated
loose. And the table rattled and shook when I made a bevel cut."
And the link: http://www.woodnet.net/toolreviews/bsaw_rev.html
Now, with the vibration "issue" aside, it doesn't sound like they disliked
the Powermatic per se, but that the Powermatic didn't shine above the
rest...
Brian.
"Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> that is a TOTAL CROCK, Brian. I have one AFTER seeing a brand new unit
> run at the WW show. IT is smoother than the Delta. In fact it doesn't
> vibrate any more than a sewing machine. I'm serious. It is SWEET.
>
> dave
>
> Brian wrote:
>
> > I recently read a 14" bandsaw comparison article (wish I had the link
handy)
> > which indicated that the Powermatic suffered from far more vibration
that
> > most others in its class. This alone would steer me away, personally.
> >
> > The consensus favorite for the review was the Jet 14" model. I'll try
to
> > dig up the link to this article.
> >
> > FWIW.
> >
> > Brian.
> >
> > "Forrest Chamberlain" <[email protected]> wrote in
message
> > news:[email protected]...
> >
> >>I've heard good things about the Powermatic 14" bandsaw (mostly here,
> >>actually), but can't find much info about it. Powermatic's web site
> >>doesn't mention it at all, and Amazon doesn't carry it. Can anyone
> >>point me to some info and/or places (preferably online) that are selling
> >
> > it?
> >
> >>Thanks,
> >>
> >>Forrest
> >>
> >
> >
> >
>
"Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
> me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
> persnicketyness. Google my complaints about the PC557 if you don't
> think I notice every little thing...and that's just for starters. :)
>
> dave
Be that as it may, and I don't doubt that is, the article is an interesting
read and would be interested in your constructive comments on the things it
points out. :-)
Brian.
Here it is, again. Give it a read.
http://www.woodnet.net/toolreviews/bsaw_rev.html
"Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> where again is the article? I'd be curious to see it! I hated the Delta
> I had, even though LOTS of guys like theirs, and I can't fathom how
> anyone seeing and using the new Powermatic could not like it far better
> than the Delta. I realize that's my opinion, but this is a NEW tool,
> that not many guys have seen yet. When they do they are gonna wish they
> didn't have the Delta. Just like I wish I didn't have a 733 planer, now
> that the 735 is out. That is a dynamite planer. I've seen it in
> action, and have peered under the hood. Blade changes are easier, 3
> cutters, double sided, yeah, baby!
>
> dave
>
> Brian wrote:
>
> > "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> > news:[email protected]...
> >
> >>that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
> >>me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
> >>persnicketyness. Google my complaints about the PC557 if you don't
> >>think I notice every little thing...and that's just for starters. :)
> >>
> >>dave
> >
> >
> > Be that as it may, and I don't doubt that is, the article is an
interesting
> > read and would be interested in your constructive comments on the things
it
> > points out. :-)
> >
> > Brian.
> >
> >
>
that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
persnicketyness. Google my complaints about the PC557 if you don't
think I notice every little thing...and that's just for starters. :)
dave
Brian wrote:
> Here's the quote: "The only one that had a problem with vibration was the
> Powermatic. With this saw, the nuts that held the stand together vibrated
> loose. And the table rattled and shook when I made a bevel cut."
>
> And the link: http://www.woodnet.net/toolreviews/bsaw_rev.html
>
> Now, with the vibration "issue" aside, it doesn't sound like they disliked
> the Powermatic per se, but that the Powermatic didn't shine above the
> rest...
>
> Brian.
>
>
> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>
>>that is a TOTAL CROCK, Brian. I have one AFTER seeing a brand new unit
>>run at the WW show. IT is smoother than the Delta. In fact it doesn't
>>vibrate any more than a sewing machine. I'm serious. It is SWEET.
>>
>>dave
>>
>>Brian wrote:
>>
>>
>>>I recently read a 14" bandsaw comparison article (wish I had the link
>
> handy)
>
>>>which indicated that the Powermatic suffered from far more vibration
>
> that
>
>>>most others in its class. This alone would steer me away, personally.
>>>
>>>The consensus favorite for the review was the Jet 14" model. I'll try
>
> to
>
>>>dig up the link to this article.
>>>
>>>FWIW.
>>>
>>>Brian.
>>>
>>>"Forrest Chamberlain" <[email protected]> wrote in
>
> message
>
>>>news:[email protected]...
>>>
>>>
>>>>I've heard good things about the Powermatic 14" bandsaw (mostly here,
>>>>actually), but can't find much info about it. Powermatic's web site
>>>>doesn't mention it at all, and Amazon doesn't carry it. Can anyone
>>>>point me to some info and/or places (preferably online) that are selling
>>>
>>>it?
>>>
>>>
>>>>Thanks,
>>>>
>>>>Forrest
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>
>
Dave (and anyone else who's seen the new saw)--
What's the model #? Can I ask where you got it? I've been googling for
it, and can't find a reference to it anywhere.
Thanks,
Forrest
Bay Area Dave wrote:
> Brian! That's a different saw! That's not the one I have. First
> Keith; now you! You guys are talking ancient history.
>
> dave
>
> Brian wrote:
>
>> Here it is, again. Give it a read.
>> http://www.woodnet.net/toolreviews/bsaw_rev.html
>>
>>
>> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>> news:[email protected]...
>>
>>> where again is the article? I'd be curious to see it! I hated the Delta
>>> I had, even though LOTS of guys like theirs, and I can't fathom how
>>> anyone seeing and using the new Powermatic could not like it far better
>>> than the Delta. I realize that's my opinion, but this is a NEW tool,
>>> that not many guys have seen yet. When they do they are gonna wish they
>>> didn't have the Delta. Just like I wish I didn't have a 733 planer, now
>>> that the 735 is out. That is a dynamite planer. I've seen it in
>>> action, and have peered under the hood. Blade changes are easier, 3
>>> cutters, double sided, yeah, baby!
>>>
>>> dave
>>>
>>> Brian wrote:
>>>
>>>
>>>> "Bay Area Dave" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>>>> news:[email protected]...
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>> that's anecdotal and just plain silly. The saw is phenomenal. Trust
>>>>> me, I'm one of the "picky" ones. Plenty of folks can vouch for my
>>>>> persnicketyness. Google my complaints about the PC557 if you don't
>>>>> think I notice every little thing...and that's just for starters. :)
>>>>>
>>>>> dave
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> Be that as it may, and I don't doubt that is, the article is an
>>
>>
>> interesting
>>
>>>> read and would be interested in your constructive comments on the
>>>> things
>>
>>
>> it
>>
>>>> points out. :-)
>>>>
>>>> Brian.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>