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@johnharding7318 7 часов назад

Ive just found this channel, and i,m so glad I did my saw blade isn't at 90 to the guides and now I know how I can get that right. Looks like I've got a few years worth of bing watching of your content to do too.

@erictheviking672 3 года назад

I spent yesterday afternoon trying this without having seen this video. I know what I'll be doing this afternoon. James, you have an excellent delivery but your tutorials are also impeccably prepared/ thought through. You are a gift to us clumsy woodworkers. Many thanks.

@jirehwong6140 10 месяцев назад

super dope video James, this video is a priceless wealth of info for those looking to get into the craft or even those already innit but looking to upgrade their skillset.

@scottstennes6983 3 года назад

James, you are the MVP of internet woodworking education.

@SavageVoyageur Год назад

Stumpy, I can’t thank you enough for this video series on table saws. Not only do you tell us how to do something, but you tell us why, and what will happen if we don’t. Great series for anyone to learn from.

@robjohnston5292 3 месяца назад

Well, since I already hit the "Like" button a couple years ago, I'll leave a comment to say I was here yet again. I search RU-vid for this video, copy the link, and put it in every reply to the folks on various FB groups that have questions on aligning their saws. Keep up the great work!

@mattbusfield9112 3 года назад

An exemplary tutorial. Information density was off the charts. Stumpy Nubs is like a RU-vid protein shake. Consider me nourished.

@beck645 Год назад

Hey Stumpy. Do you ever get tired of all the endless grateful comments here? I hope not because you provide an intense amount of spectacular useful info that is so hard to come by. I think we should all find a place to put up a bronze statue of you standing on top of a table saw. Holding the AC plug of course indicating that it’s safely unplugged. You set the standard for RU-vid videos so high that no one will ever eclipse your fantastic contributions to knowledge and safety. Tipping hat with deepest respect and gratitude.

@JosephDean-dy3ii Год назад

best video on the subject I've ever seen ... i tend to watch dozen or so videos on a subject before i dive in on my own projects just to get the various opinions and tips before I decide what is right for my project..currently restoring a 70's craftsman 10" table saw... your video was very eye opening in what i i knew.... thanks for the excellent tutorial ...BTW...I LOVE the way you present without the "I am the gospel only ny way is right attitude" keeps me coming back

@criswilson1140 3 года назад

I can honestly say that I have never heard of checking run out at 45 degrees before. It makes sense that it should be checked and adjusted and it also explains why I get burning at 45 degrees. Thank you for that great tip!

@markkulyas2418 Год назад

30 years ago I restored a 1950's Craftsman and purchased the Pals and I was able to adjust that blade dead on with a dial indicator. Thinking back I don't think I recall ever hearing about the 45 deg. adjustment, but then again my brain is 55 years old, probably time for an upgrade.

@mikezimmermann89 Год назад

Two things to note: 1) As always, your tips and advice “jive” with the geometry and physics I learned in school, AND the personal experience I’ve gained in 40+ years as a serious DIY’er and occasional handyman. Because of this, I trust all of your suggestions, advice, and tips, and I ALWAYS learn something from your videos (even the ones covering things that “I already know” how to do). 2) On your comment “who has a manual” for their (fill in the power tool)? - A little bit of web-surfing can usually turn up a PDF file for these things. I even found one for my almost 30-year-old Craftsman Contractor’s Saw! I keep a copy of these PDFs on my iPad and have tossed the worn out binder of stained, torn, (and sometimes unreadable) paper manuals that used to live in my garage. Very handy, and I can “zoom in” on the stuff that my older eyes just can’t make out any more. Keep up the good work

@russripley8963 2 года назад

Clicking the “like” button is not even close to how I and many others (judging by the comments) feel about your excellent videos. If I could only watch 2 RU-vid content providers on woodworking, you would be one. Thank you again for all your hard work and expertise.

@Yawles 3 года назад

Surgeon Doctor Hamilton educates us all again. With your instructions, all of our patients (projects) will live without need for extensive plastic surgery (aka wood filler, putty, edge banding or Dutch bowties). Thank you again!

@jessesleeper3167 Год назад

This is exactly what I have been looking for having just acquired a 1975 Rockler with no instructions. Thanks (albeit belated)!

@jaimenahman3889 11 месяцев назад

I was in the process of tuning up my contractor's saw before seeing this video. Thank you for a detailed and clear presentation of how to do this. As a relatively newbie, I greatly appreciate the instructions and explanations. Thank you.

@leonardorojas1781 3 года назад

You are a great presenter, James. So professional looking. My contractor table saw is a cheap Stanley one. It's so cheap its manual doesn't say anything about alignment of the blade. I luckily found a video from an Asian carpenter about it, and could finally get it to cut 90°. Btw, the Asian carpenter is know as The Thai Carpenter. He is a very smart carpenter who designs and builds add-ons, jigs and enhancements for woodworking equipment. You might like him!

@willkirk486 Год назад

It's a 2 y//o video, and still educating me well. Been doing this a long time as a hobby, but I have now fixed it to perfection. ".003" runout. Benn doing the old square version for a lot a years. Thank ya friend!

@tjhardesty1720 2 года назад

I’ve been searching for 2 days, how to adjust, not just read the adjustment for my new (to me) contractor saw that has a blade out of adjustment. Thank you. Subscribed.

@kevinbowker2385 3 года назад

I wouldn't have even considered trying to adjust my table saw before watching this video. Thank you, James!

@1fazul 6 месяцев назад

James I have to say, I subscribed recently because of the type, validity, and the delivery of the information you put out and you are one of the best. I have even went back through all your old work and it’s just as good! Keep up the great work and f any haters. Thank you

@davegravel3740 Год назад

Westchester a lot of videos about his to align tablesaws. Many from popular and knowledgeable woodworkers. James, this is the only video that says check 45 degree alignment and how to correct it. This will come in handy as I near completing my craftsman tablesaw rebuild. After two years I finally turned it on this week.

@lifelikelines Год назад

I just got a table saw(early christmas!) And the blade looks slightly tilted at 0. So glad you made this video, I can't wait to check out my saw and try to adjust it if I have to. Furthermore, before we were even out of the store with my saw, I had already told my fiancé that I'd be going to your RU-vid for my safety tips and how to's. I just realized you have a website, and can't wait to look around there more as well. Thank You for all the great videos.

@michaellenorgant5079 2 года назад

"Don't strive for a level of perfection you just can't achieve." Everyone should apply this pretty much everything.

@mefirst4266 Год назад

MY MEMORY MUST BE GETTING BAD THIS IS THE 4TH TIME I HAVE WATCH THIS VIDEO... BUT LEARN SOMETHING I MISS EVERY TIME... THANKS STUMPY !!!!!

@user-ds9et9su5x Год назад

brilliant video - i wish i had found this a long time ago - cant wait to tune the saw and produce projects that require less sanding!!

@BobbyKinstle Год назад

I'm glad you posted this. My table saw is off by 1/32 of an inch, but so far no amount of hammering has moved it much.

@paulclark2410 3 года назад

So glad you addressed the process for contractor saws.

@juliuspereira7067 3 года назад

It doesn't get clearer than this. This is gold. Thank you.

@Raequest 10 месяцев назад

And some owners manuals do NOT tell you how to troubleshoot. I just returned a tablesaw yesterday after having it for a few weeks because I couldn't adjust it. It was off by two degrees, even when the table saw was set to zero. This was a harbor freight Hercules jobsite tablesaw, so instead of going cheap I went to a dewalt jobsite tablesaw instead. About one hundred bucks more, but it has awesome reviews so I'm hopeful I won't have any issues. But I am saving this video regardless as a just in case I have an issue with my new one down the line. Thanks! :)

@tomasvanschaik5749 6 месяцев назад

Thanks. . . Again so simple but saved my sanity. Gave me more respect for my cheap craftsman saw. Should have figured this out for myself but that wasn’t going to happen.

@MattMadeIt123 3 года назад

My Laguna F3 was getting pinching/tooth marks at the end of my cuts. Went through your procedure and now I'm just over 1 thousandth out. Saw cuts much smoother and feels safer. Thanks for the great info...once again.

@chrissecrest716 3 года назад

James, your ability to concisely explain technical processes is second-to-none. But your explanation of “why” one operation or technique is preferable to another blows me away almost every video. You are an A+++ woodworker and teacher and a constant source of inspiration. I always look forward to your next installment. Please keep up the amazing work.

@patrickbink4617 3 года назад

Excellent! Finally, someone showing how to make the adjustments in an understandable way. Thank you.

@erikpeterson1989 3 года назад

Thanks Stumpy, this is the best tutorial I've ever seen on this! Much appreciated!

@larrybriggi9898 3 года назад

Another outstanding job Stumpy. Clearly and thoughtfully presented. Well done.

@mikejones-we9eo 3 года назад

Never knew about the shims for adjusting the 45 on my saw. Thanks for the extremely helpful tips. I knew what I'll be doing tomorrow in the shop now.

@McThumpenstein 3 года назад

This is gold info. I didn't know this was a thing, and now I do. I have added it to my to-do list for this weekend. Thanks Stumpy! Hope your hand is healing up and the PT is going well!

@mattedwards4533 2 года назад

I hate these type of videos but I have to say you taught me something and I appreciate it!

@L.Scott_Music 11 месяцев назад

I had trouble with periodic vibration of my blade every few inches under load. In doing some research some said it might be my arbor bearings but those are in great shape. While some people said a link belt might help. So I decided to check my belts. They were in good condition, but I did notice some odd wear on one side of one belt. My saw is a Jet model that is a contractor style in a cabinet base so the motor hangs down with two belts (220v). I got in there and measured the belt pullies to the inside cabinet wall and found the motor pullies were nearly a 1/4 inch out of alignment with the arbor pullies. Testing after alignment solved the issue. I never found any web page or forum post that discussed this problem and solution and so I hope this is helpful to someone out there.

@mikecurtin9831 3 года назад

You keep teaching me stuff, in a very concise and entertaining way. Thanks much.

@Mitsokid1 Год назад

This video was fantastic. I used a high quality dial indicator and precision fit miter slot holder on my old Craftsman 152.221240, which does not have fine adjustment. I'm predominately a metal worker and precision is important so I spent a couple hours with it. I started by removing and replacing all of the table bolts, re-tapping and cleaning the threads, and making sure the machine was very clean. I carefully leveled the machine in all directions and got to work. I was able to get a consistent 0.0005" miter slot to blade precision or better by taking my time with various sized mallets. I'm now within a needle width precision on my dial indicator from multiple points along the blade and from both miter slots. Thanks for the great video!

@zfrone1 3 года назад

best explanation of setting up a contractor saw that I have seen! Saw pals installed and made my life so much easier!

@toddwolford2021 3 года назад

Both my son and I watch your stuff. He has vast my experience than I but I have to say as a novice....your explanatory skill is excellent. You make it near idiot proof. And kudos on your constant strive towards safety. I’m a nurse practitioner with many years in occupational medicine. I have had to repair many an individual that did not heed your warnings. I can’t thank you enough for the high quality product you consistently put out.

@patchesofgreen3832 3 года назад

I thought you were joking when you first mentioned using a mallet to fine tune a table saw. I really appreciate the lesson.

@akbychoice 3 года назад

I had to use a dead blow and a clamp to adjust my Delta.

@justinkinter8651 3 года назад

@@akbychoice dude my delta saw is the BIGGEST piece of shit in the known universe. First of all, the owners manual has not ONE mention of how to correct a misaligned blade to the miter slot. There are three different sections that claim to show the process of alignment but in actuality each section sends the reader to another one of the three sections so it’s really just a big circle jerk of ESL insanity.Not only this, but Delta REFUSES to respond to my emails, my calls, my texts, etc. on this issue. I literally have not even gotten a machine reply each time I’ve reached out to correct the problem. I have no idea what to do at this point. I’m furious at these MF’ers. I spent close to $700 on this saw and I haven’t even been able to use it once without fearing for a piece of wood to come flying at me at super-sonic speeds. Absolutely ridiculous and I will NEVER be purchasing ANYTHING manufactured by Delta again. Worst customer service experience I’ve ever had in my life, from any company ever. I swear to God I hate effin Delta with every fiber of my being. They are a straight up shit hole company filled with scam artists. Do NOT buy their products, you will be severely disappointed and there will be nothing you can do about it. You have been warned folks.

@akbychoice 3 года назад

@@justinkinter8651 sorry, however I’m not your problem.

@isaach1447 3 года назад

😂 I knew you were serious. I have to align 5000hp motors to pumps, and one of my motors doesn’t have microadjusters (which are 3/4” bolts). I have a 30 lbs poly deadblow hammer that I use to thwack it into alignment. It’s a challenge moving a 14 ton motor a few thousandths of an inch with a hammer, but it can be done!

@howardhardy1992 3 года назад

Great video. I recently attempted to adjust my contractor saw as it was way off. My sweet old aunt decided to drive through the doors on the shop and pushed the saw about 12' until the workbench and other end of the building stopped her. lots of damage but the ins company was nice and I have quite a few new tools. The common sense method of loosening only 3 of the 4 bolts makes perfect sense, but I didnt do it that way. Now I have an evening project for tonight. The shop is not insulated and of course no AC and currently 98 degrees out and we are still a couple hours from todays high. Even though I am a retired firefighter and can take the heat, I am also retired and choose to avoid it somewhat. Thanks again for teaching us common sense!

@natepichler 3 года назад

You posted this at the perfect time! All of you guys are so informative. Thanks!

@AusyG Год назад

I did it and got my 1988 delta contractor saw to 4thou of runout. I feel really accomplished. Also replaced the vbelt with a link belt. I feel like I've got a proper cabinet saw now.

@agoogleuser1594 3 года назад

Great tip on the 45 I never thought of that. Now I need to go figure out how to make micro adjusters for my cabinet saw...

@joefolts6288 2 года назад

You just gained a new subscriber. I goofed up the alignment on my old (but lightly used) Delta contractor saw (34-444) that I bought back in the mid 90's. I cleaned up the bushel of sawdust underneath and tried to figure out how to reline the blade up with the table insert. Not sure if I can fix it myself but your video gave me a little better understanding on how to do it on a contractor saw. Thanks for the lesson and wish me luck! - Joe in Mich.

@upton_ogood 3 года назад

I've watched all the youtube videos on table saw alignment, this one was the most helpful and informative for me. A great help thanks.

@debbieeckels25 3 года назад

Loved your instructions on adjusting the table saw blade. Thanks

@Nyowa225 3 года назад

I've been putting off aligning my table saw ever since you mentioned this video would be coming out a while back and I'm glad I did, this is very helpful and was extremely well done.

@dougmorissette459 2 года назад

Excellent video! You really go into the depths of adjustment.

@jodygucwa8892 3 года назад

Stumpy this is the best table saw aligning video I have ever seen.

@taturner76 Год назад

Thanks! I have a Ryobi bts16 10" table saw that I bought used, and had never even though to align. I will definitely be doing that now!

@geoffreymorgan8366 3 года назад

Pure Gold, I recently moved house and had too almost entirely dismantle my Cabinet saw for transport and access. Apart from finding a problem with the dust extraction around the blade reassembly is going well. The step by step guidance in your video will make realignment more straight forward as t will ensure I make all the necessary moves in appropriate order. Love your explanations.

@terryk3118 3 года назад

What an awesome instructional video! Thanks for taking the time and effort to put together such a well thought out resource.

@justincarawan-carawanco.pu1639 3 года назад

Thank you for the tips. I recently bought a table saw, and I now know what to check for.

@kerryvix1582 2 года назад

Very informative , I wish you lived next door !

@williamcarns1172 2 года назад

Really well done and clearly exxplained video. You don't see that all too often. Thanks

@mururoa7024 3 года назад

Excellent video. Finally someone who doesn't forget about the 45 degree alignment!

@chrislamb4723 3 года назад

Thank you for this video! I learned about the 45 alignment from Fine Woodworking (Rollie Johnson) about 4-5 yrs ago. After making that adjustment on my Jet contractors saw I actually began to enjoy making bevel cuts, something I had always dreaded before due to the burning and poor cuts. It is great that you got this info out to us, thanks again!

@StumpyNubs 3 года назад

I know Rollie well. We always have lunch together when we're at the same shows. Fun guy who knows his stuff!

@cliffphillips9952 3 года назад

I've just upgraded my really crappy cheap table saw to a small cabinet saw, so I've revisited this video and found it to be one of the most useful and informative videos that I've watched. The manual does briefly go over the aliment process but not in great detail like this video. Thank you James, now it's my turn to say sit down and have a cold one my friend you deserve it.

@donwilliams3626 2 года назад

This is the best explanation of any I have seen on this sudject. Thanks for the class.

@kevingeaney7741 2 года назад

Fantastic explanation, covers both axis - L to R and N to S!

@sz72909 3 года назад

You're absolutely correct in saying that many, many videos on this subject stop short of going into how to actually MAKE the adjustments after finding out how much your saw is off!! Great job in making such a complete instructional video. It took me many years to find and buy the PALS contractor saw trunnion micro adjusters, and many practice runs aligning my saw.

@WiekingderViking 2 года назад

You are terribly good at what you do!

@paullav8627 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I have looked at a lot of them and they are very informative because I am an amateur who just retired and want to dabble. The links are excellent!

2 года назад

Thanks for making this tutorial. It very informative and makes me reconsider making my own table saw. I rather have a safe table saw than one that's hard to adjust for alignment or not at all. I learned a lot by only watching this video. Thanks again and I'm happy to subscribe to your channel. 👍

@johiahross9025 3 года назад

This is an invaluable how-to! I just bought an old rockwell 3hp 3 phase off a college auction and it needs desperate tuning that I am going to tackle this week! I have been watching your vids for years and you ha e always had the best info (even if u are heavily sponsored and craming products down my throat!) 😄

@greasemonkey5216 3 года назад

Great vid I am going to check my used sears saw that I bought 40 years ago Thanks Jim

@user-wy5ik6zq4r 3 года назад

Best saw alignment video I’ve seen. Thanks

@mim2046 2 года назад

I appreciate your video when it comes to adjusting the table top itself versus the motor on the cabinets saw, as I have a powermatic 66. Ty

@cbarnettcti123 3 года назад

You are an outstanding speaker. This video is well-organized and full of detail. You speak in complete sentences; it is like listening to a well-written textbook. Your calm style enhances your presentation. I enjoy your videos not only for the content, but also for your inimitable presentation skills.

@robjohnston5292 3 года назад

I wholeheartedly agree!

@bassrun101 3 года назад

Garry not Linda. I agree with Colin on every count. The only thing I can add is that I believe his use of "inimitable" in a comment on a woodworking video is most likely a first ever and not only that but it was used correctly in a sentence!!

@chrismormak3221 3 года назад

As usual Professor Nubs your wealth of information flabbergasts me. Perfect timing by the way I just noticed some inconsistencies in my cuts particularly longer rip cuts. All since my Delta Hybrid saw got "bumped" .

@tomwagemans1872 3 года назад

Just bought a contractor style table saw. Before I using it I wanted to check the alligment. Thanks for the great explanation! Greetings from Belgium.

@skippylippy547 3 года назад

Excellent video presentation on an often overlooked yet very important aspect of woodworking. Thank you.

@garywagner2863 2 года назад

Very instructional piece, you present the most thorough explanations available!

@garykemp977 3 года назад

(Old Guy Mode ON) You, Sir, are too young to be such a Rock Star. I am very pleased I finally found your Channel. (OG Mode OFF) 😁😁😁

@mcowley0 3 года назад

Stumpy, thanks for the phenomenal video. I've watched so many of the other alignment videos which didn't explain my scalloped, burnt, non perpendicular bevel cuts. It took me ages to work out that the trunyon axis can get out of alignment. I'd also add that having slop in the runners on a mitre sled can masquerade as this problem too.

@eddieagha5851 3 года назад

James, thank you for an excellent tutorial!

@nw24153ns 3 года назад

Thank you for sharing the knowledge associated with wood working, table saws and power tools. I've never been very comfortable with my table saw but as a newbie I realize that with time will come experience. I'm halfway through a project with around 150 cuts on a table saw so far and my anxiety around this project is greatly decreased and my focus is on the actual work, piece by piece, knowing where my focus should be. I'm also glad I paid attention to the set up for the table saw as several points were tweaked and I'm very happy with the outcome. Thanks!

@stevepence9869 3 года назад

Thanks Stumpy, you pointed out several things I was unaware of thank you again.

@billmankin6204 3 года назад

Very cool thanks much for this. I check my alignment about yearly, and thankfully mine arrived from the factory well aligned, and even though it has been moved several times, has never gone out of whack. It's a solid old craftsman contractor saw, and I always feared having to align it again

@jerry38732 3 года назад

That was great. I needed that. I found a site I suppose an engineer gave the instruction with formulas. I was going to try to use it but you have done the calculations for me. I have a Ridgid R4511 with the marble top. Heavy as a tank. This is going to make my alignment easy a pie. Thank you so much. I would like to be your shadow for a year or so. ha

@andrewcoyne4387 2 года назад

Thank for this video. Thats twice I have searched for something and twice your instruction was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks again mate

@mbstein3 Год назад

James, spent the most of yesterday doing this process, A helpful tip to all with a saw stop, the table won't move unless you loosen the fence rail and the rail on the back of the saw. We couldn't get it to move otherwise. Took several hours but we got it dialed in within .002

@hermanackermann6978 Год назад

You should become a CNN presenter. The smoothest presentation of all videos on net. Brilliant

@rayg9618 3 года назад

Very good tutorial and one that I'll refer to as I tune up my '89 Delta Contractor's saw. It also needs a good cleaning so I think I'll remove the top from the saw so I can clean and lubricate all the gears and contact points.

@rickytickytarvy1980 3 года назад

Thanks for another awesome tutorial video James. I adjusted my blade alignment a while back (contractor) but when retightening the trunions they would drift. My fix was a couple of chain tensioners off of my old bmx, setup exactly like those dohickies in the video

@iannesbitt2986 3 года назад

Thank you James, this is a very useful tutorial

@teejay622 3 года назад

Yet another excellent video young man! Very informative and easy to understand. As always - thanks for sharing this information. I already had a set of the Saw Pals and I love em. I also replaced the OEM (wobbly) cast aluminum pulleys on my Craftsman 113 with machined steel pulleys and a segmented belt. That mod alone made an amazing difference in the vibration and noise level of the saw - it was an absolute gamechanger. When I replaced the pitiful OEM fence with an aftermarket Vega fence my table saw became a whole different animal. Wow! What a difference! Aligning, tuning and lubing this old saw has made it a joy to use. I can't get over the difference. This kind of video, with all of this invaluable advice and information, is exactly why I've been subbed to your channel. Thank you again. **Side note** This is the third time I've lost my subscription to your channel under my other account. Maybe I can remain subbed to you with this one.

@grottafiest 2 года назад

Your videos are excellent. Very informative. Please keep them coming.

@jazzgod21 3 года назад

I have heard of the adjustment add one for job site saws, but never saw how to even begin to use them... Now i feel comfortable getting them

@gregghernandez2714 3 года назад

Just got a new table saw, this is exactly what I need! Thank you so much Mr. Hamilton! Oh yeah, used the link to buy that alignment gauge too, wow that thing is pretty inexpensive, even with shipping. Thanks!

@beargun42 3 года назад

Congrats on the saw. You may also want to check the alignment of your fence.

@build-fabricate-maintain3915 2 года назад

Thanks for the tips. The Delta manual didn't have any info for my contractor saw. I used to run a circular sawmill. Making that adjustment was called lead

@henrysiegertsz8204 3 года назад

James, I'm in the UK and here as you know, the EU don't trust us to use DADO sets on our table saws. So I bought a used US made Xcalibur, cabinet saw from eBay. The guy I collected it from insisted the saw was accurate, but during the 150 mile journey home, the tether in the van broke loose over a hard bump and gave the table a damn good jolt. So as usual I bought an accurate Digital DTI drilled a hole in the top extrusion of my Incra Mitre 1000SE, fence and threaded it with an M6 thread. Ensuring there wasn't any slack in the mitre bar I adjusted the 12 Thou" misalignment Table top to a run out of within 1.5 Thou". It was at that point I discovered my Mitre fence was a good .5 degree out of alignment. So that being adjusted to nothing, any error is now down to me! :-(

@buckdunn9980 3 года назад

thanks to you stumpy I think I have my old craftsman 12 inch table cutting pretty good now even doing 45 bevels thanks so much

@jhans3278 Год назад

Thanks for the guidelines. I invested in a dial indicator and set screw adjusters for my contractor saw. Found it was 10 thousandths out toward the fence and I was able to dial it in to a couple of thousandths. Also found my motor weight was the culprit and had to do the alignment with the belt on. It cuts good now, however I may have to look into adjusting the arbor.