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06-18-2018, 11:46 AM | #21 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Where the sheep run scared.
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I like that Jato. I have the full-size Dewalt. It’s a beast. To much for 3/16 though. Lol. I’m on the hunt for a solid little band saw personally. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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06-18-2018, 11:53 AM | #22 |
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06-18-2018, 01:49 PM | #23 |
Pebble Pounder Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Bay area
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JATO, I can't tell from the picture, but, a VERY important note: if you didn't already know (not trying to patronize) there are 2 types of abrasive cutoff/grinding wheels. One is for ferrous metals like steel, and the other is for aluminum specifically. If you use a disc designed for steel with aluminum it can clog up, heat up, and EXPLODE! Please make sure you're using the correct type of blade. Most "metal" cutting discs are designed for steel, and typically a disc designed for aluminum will specifically say "aluminum cutting wheel" or similar. I have actually had surprisingly good luck using HF cutoff wheels in my 4.5" grinder, but have never used them for aluminum. Just trying to save you from getting shards of cutoff wheel in your face. I've got the Ryobi 9" from Lowes, but honestly I think most of the similar 9" saws are made in the same factory and just re-branded. The key is SETUP. I spent a few hours checking and adjusting everything... guides, bearings, blade tracking and tension, blade/table square, miter gauge, etc etc. I've used the hell out of it over the last 5 years and it's done me very well. Google "bandsaw tuneup" or something similar, there are a lot of very good guides out there. Most are aimed at the larger floor models, but many of the basics are the same. People will tell you that you can't get a cheap saw to cut accurately, don't let them fool you. The trick is making sure your saw is in tip-top condition. I can even resaw down to... well, real thin |
06-19-2018, 09:59 AM | #24 | |
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No offense taken. It's always a good reminder to be safe and make sure you know what you're doing! The blades are for metal according to Harbor Freight. The page states "Slice through steel, stainless and other ferrous alloys with these metal cut-off wheels." Here's the link to said blades: https://www.harborfreight.com/6-in-4...-pc-61198.html | |
06-19-2018, 10:10 AM | #25 |
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I typically use a dremel or a saws-all and clean up the ends on my sander. I suppose if I was cutting a ton of this sort of stuff one of these tools could be useful, but for the occasional cut, my method works great.
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06-19-2018, 10:24 AM | #26 |
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I've had decent luck just using a hand tube cutter for making links.
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06-19-2018, 10:26 AM | #27 | |
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I have to admit tuning a new power tool is not something I would instinctively think to need to do, but it makes sense. You only have to denude one spur gear to figure out you have to check check pinion mesh before running an RTR RC. Thanks! | |
06-19-2018, 11:47 AM | #28 | |
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Although they do also sell refurb stuff direct from the supplier (https://www.directtoolsoutlet.com/), or others like CPO Outlets. Ryobi and Rigid are HD exclusives (basically HD treats them like their in-house power tool brand), where as Lowes counters with their in-house Kobalt tools. upon reflection, I know way to much about this stuff for a guy who's day job is being a marketing data analyst, lol Also, agree 100% about the accuracy of Cheap saws. The key though, is to get one that's highly tuneable. REALLY cheap tools often have limited adjustments, and then you're SOL. That's ridiculous regarding the re-sawing though! I've been eyeing up the ~$100 band saws and drill press out there, might need to treat myself to a late fathers day present... | |
06-19-2018, 12:42 PM | #29 | |
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Funny how the 14" Ridgid saw looks so similar to the Harbor Freight saw... Last edited by JatoTheRipper; 06-19-2018 at 12:52 PM. | |
06-19-2018, 12:54 PM | #30 | |
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Oops! Yeah, probably Home Depot. Either way, it's the same shit with different stickers! | |
07-01-2018, 04:17 AM | #31 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: My mothers basement
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I never liked chop saws much. Prefer my dewalt cordless grinder or a corded dremel for small stuff. For tube chassis you don't need a straight cut any ways. Use a drill bit and punch to cope the end.
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07-02-2018, 06:01 PM | #32 |
I wanna be Dave Join Date: May 2008 Location: Baltimore
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Micro-Mark always has decent quality "mini" shop tools, they cater to model makers so there's always a cool selection of tools/gadgets for RC fabrication.
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07-02-2018, 06:18 PM | #33 | |
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Oh and their mini miter/cut-off saw is $70 and it looks eerily similar to Harbor Freight's chop saw that is literally half the price at $35. And you can surely get it cheaper at Harbor Freight with one of their coupons. https://www.micromark.com/MicroLux-M...er-Cut-Off-Saw VS https://www.harborfreight.com/2-in-m...saw-62136.html Last edited by JatoTheRipper; 07-02-2018 at 06:22 PM. | |
07-13-2018, 09:44 AM | #34 | |
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07-13-2018, 12:53 PM | #35 | |
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I think for most people here, a regular tabletop band saw would make MUCH more sense than a horizontal band saw. Horizontal saws are ONLY good for making straight cuts through long sections of channel/angle/rod etc. Unless you're cutting suspension links for 1/5 scale crawlers, a horizontal band saw has almost no use for us. | |
07-13-2018, 04:09 PM | #36 | |
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07-13-2018, 05:16 PM | #37 |
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What wrong with using a clamp , a combination square and an angle grinder ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
07-13-2018, 06:10 PM | #38 | |
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No actually, I don't think either is particularly useful. A regular vertical band saw with a miter gauge will do small stock up to 9 or 10" long just as well as a small chop saw or horizontal band saw, and also do "regular" band saw work too. How often as RC car builders do we need small stock with precision cuts more than 9" long? | |
07-13-2018, 11:17 PM | #39 | |
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07-14-2018, 06:59 AM | #40 | |
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I'm just saying, the discussion was more aimed at vertical band saws if I'm not mistaken. Everyone appreciates another option/recommendation, and thanks for posting that little saw. I don't see the purpose really (in fact I never knew they made tiny horizontal band saws, besides the "portable band saws") but it's nice to have options. | |
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