Filed rail nuts!
Did anyone else do this? I noticed that the edges that compress against the rail are a bit jagged so I filed them down and rubbed waxed paper on them before assembly. Seems to make the rails slide a bit easier.
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Last edited by Salty; 11-23-2008, 09:10 AM.Why doesn't the word 'planing' show up in my computer spell check? -
You know that's a good idea. They sure need something to make the rails slide easier - a lot easier too. Thanks for the idea.May you die and go to heaven before the Devil knows you're dead. My Best, Mac -
I think I'm going to take mine back off and polish the edges with some 600 grit wet-dry sandpaper. That should stop any dragging on the rails.
May work on the SMT fence bolt too. That sticks a lot.Why doesn't the word 'planing' show up in my computer spell check?Comment
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I'm going to try this idea! I need it!Comment
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The 600 grit wet-dry sandpaper helped a bit more. They do slid easier.
However, I must correct myself here and possibly appologize to the designers of this saw. I said earlier that "the edges that compress against the rail are a bit jagged", which is incorrect. The side that compresses againt the rail when the lock is engaged is the rounded side. The T-nuts cannot be put in backwards. But, whatever was causing it to drag is virtually gone now.
Note: I also rubbed everything down with a piece of waxed paper. An article that I saw on the main page mentioned this and it is a great idea. Please someone remind me who that suggestion came from and give the credit due.
SaltyWhy doesn't the word 'planing' show up in my computer spell check?Comment
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I belive gmach5 mentions wax paper in his reply to new owner posts.Comment
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Thank you.
And thank you gmach5 for the tip!Why doesn't the word 'planing' show up in my computer spell check?Comment
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