Machined Pulleys?

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  • ryan.s
    Senior Member
    • Feb 2006
    • 785
    • So Cal
    • Ridgid TS3650

    #1

    Machined Pulleys?

    Has anyone replaced their OEM pulleys on the table saw with an anti-vibration or machined pulleys? I would like to get some opinions on whether it's worth it or not. Based on other posts I've seen I probably will not order from in-line but here are some examples I found online. Thanks.

    http://www.in-lineindustries.com/performance_pack.html

    http://www.ttrackusa.com/sawextension.html

    Edit: After a little more research it seems that my Ridgid TS3650 comes with machined pulleys from the factory.
    Last edited by ryan.s; 03-15-2008, 01:23 AM.
  • Knottscott
    Veteran Member
    • Dec 2004
    • 3815
    • Rochester, NY.
    • 2008 Shop Fox W1677

    #2
    I'd only consider replacing pulleys if you've got a vibration problem that you've isolated to the pulleys. Any vibe issues I've had were taken care of by belt replacement, which is a bit cheaper and easier.
    Happiness is sort of like wetting your pants....everyone can see it, but only you can feel the warmth.

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    • ironhat
      Veteran Member
      • Aug 2004
      • 2553
      • Chambersburg, PA (South-central).
      • Ridgid 3650 (can I still play here?)

      #3
      Originally posted by Dustmight
      I'd only consider replacing pulleys if you've got a vibration problem that you've isolated to the pulleys. Any vibe issues I've had were taken care of by belt replacement, which is a bit cheaper and easier.
      Yep, roger that. Do an analysis to detect your cause before throwing money at it. If you take the belt off and you still have the vibration then, move to the blade. Replace the belt and remove the blade. Still vibrating (not real likely)? Then, it's probably the belt. Changing out to a linked belt will help a lot (as it does on the Ridgid, model 1400 BS).
      Let us know how you make out.
      Last edited by ironhat; 03-17-2008, 06:50 AM. Reason: clarity
      Blessings,
      Chiz

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