A BS quick crank by Woodpeckers?

[uglystick]

I just saw this on Craiglist but can't find anything about Woodpeckers having a "quick crank" for bandsaws. I assume it's for tensioning the blade.

Did Woodpeckers used to make BS tensioners or do you think the poster is mistaken about the brand?

I have a Harbor Freight 14" bandsaw for sale. I have upgraded it with a WoodPecker quick crank.

[coach]

I'm absolutely sure that "he" meant Rockler.

[sweensdv]

Woodcraft sells the Carter Quick Release Blade Tension Toggle, maybe thats what he's refering to. If so, at Woodcrafts price, it's a $150 upgrade.

[coach]

Hey guys, the HF saw mentioned is actually mine. The quick crank was sold from Rockler, but it darn sure wasn't $150.... or I wouldn't have ever bought it. It was $30 or so, IIRC.

[drumpriest]

Long link here. Rockler's for 35$, won't work on my Craftsman Euro saw, but probably will for most C style saws. Not a quick release though, just a quick crank. Still, nicer than my setup.

http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?p...GOGLDADADADBDB

[uglystick]

Hey guys, the HF saw mentioned is actually mine. The quick crank was sold from Rockler, but it darn sure wasn't $150.... or I wouldn't have ever bought it. It was $30 or so, IIRC.

Thanks for the clarification, Coach.