Need opinions and advise

[chelcass]

We have two scrollsaws, one is 8-9 years old and can not get tension on the blade.  Second one is a used Dewalt same problem.  Anybody have this kind of problem?  Can't find parts for the 1st. saw (Menard's brand). Dewalt can't get the case open because of stripped screw. 

Hubby wants to buy a New Saw.  What are your suggestion and Why do you like this particular saw?


Thanks, Chels

[GrayBeard]

I think I would put both on Craigslist with the appropriate disclaimer and see if I could get a few bucks for them.
Then I would go out and get an EX-21!

~~~GB~~~

[stipes]

I think I would put both on Craigslist with the appropriate disclaimer and see if I could get a few bucks for them.
Then I would go out and get an EX-21!

~~~GB~~~

+1 !!! Thats the saw I'm savin up for too!!!

[tux_linux]

get a DeWalt again. Works fine and is not too expensive.
Hegner is also an option, simple and works without any remarks.
When money is not so important - go for the suggested EX-21.

[jimbo]

Get the Dewalt checked out it may be worth saving
Jimbo

[glenn wouters]

I'm also saving for a new saw.
Since we can't buy a dewalt scrollsaw in Belgium i'm looking for a excalibur.
Last week i was in the local woodworkshop and there was the excalibur.
Looks great.
It isn't a cheap machine, (? 710,00 ) but i think it's worth every euro( dollar).
I hope i can buy it in december or january....
(can't wait)

[chelcass]

The Ex 21 is out of my price range right now.  Which DeWalt?? I see a 20" heavy Duty and a DW788.  Whats the difference between the two, besides price?  What model do you have??

[joey65746]

the dewalts are the same saw  788 is the modle number i have 2 rbi saws and love them they are awsome i got them off criegs list  gave 400 for the first one and 250 for the 2nd one  i all so have a delta q3 that burn up it was a good saw tell it did it if you are looking for a cheaper saw the grizzlys shop fox 16 inch saws are good to i started out on them i got them at there tent sale for 25 bucks each   one day i will try out the dewalt they seam to be good saws  but give a look on criegslist  and give alook at the rbi saws

[KarlB]

I would still consider repairing the DeWalt saw.  A stripped screw can be removed, but probably by a service technician if you are not tool savvy.  As a last resort you can drill the head off the screw. 

Karl

[GrayBeard]

Karl is correct...
the screw can be removed.
I have done it by taking my Dremel and using a very small, straight diamond tip and cutting a slice thru the head just big enough to fit the blade of a screwdriver.
Then you can get the saw opened up and try to determine what the problem is.

[chelcass]

Thanks everybody.  I believe we have a tap set that will remove the stripped screw,  will give it a try.


Chels

[tux_linux]

@ glenn

consider a Hegner. Works fine.

[scott312]

We have two scrollsaws, one is 8-9 years old and can not get tension on the blade.  Second one is a used Dewalt same problem. 

Hello there, Im new to scroll saws, what would be the reason you cant get tension?


Scott

[tux_linux]

when the tension system brakes. That happens more often than expected.

[scott312]

when the tension system brakes. That happens more often than expected.

Oh hec, I better lighten up then.  Now I'm paranoid