Changing the blade on a Delta benchtop bandsaw

Today I am changing a blade on a Delta benchtop bandsaw. This is a great little bandsaw and changing the blade is a straight forward simple operation.

[@jmarcanti86]

This video helped me set up my saw that I bought used. I went from no idea what to do, to a fine working machine. Thank you!

[@stevoj8959]

Glad it worked out good for you. They are great little saws and should last a long time. Thanks. Stevo

[@richardalexander7089]

Just this once....the mighty algorithm brought me to not only the video content I needed in the FIRST link, but my model is 95% a twin of what you are working on. Today, you *are* someone's hero! Thank you!

[@stevoj8959]

Thanks for viewing. Hope I can help out another time as well. Stevo

[@butler386]

Thanks again for the great video. Yep, it is time to change mine again and check all the blocks etc. Thanks for the tips.

[@BrucesShop]

Thanks. I have never done this. I had no idea how accurate they have to be.

[@DaveXGore]

Got my 28-185 second hand and have been using it as it was, come to find out it was all out of wack on the top and bottom guides and was going past the bearing on the top, scoring the back of the top guide part. Thanks sooo much for the helpful information!! Can’t wait to fire that bad boy up tomorrow and see what I’ve been missing!👍👍👍

[@stevoj8959]

It really makes a difference when everything is all set up. It runs so much smoother, you're going to like it. Thanks muchly. Stevo

[@Albie3578]

Thank you.i learned a lot from you. I appreciate you.

[@stevoj8959]

Glad to help. That is a good little saw and if kept up, will last a long time. Stevo

[@queenstownkid]

great tips

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin'? Nice set up video for replacing the blade!!! I find setting the guide blocks isn't as important as manufacturer's say. It is important though. The way you set the guide blocks and backer bearing is a great way to do it!!! Take care!!!

[@corgi42069]

Every day I regret not going to a technical high school.

[@stevoj8959]

I did not take anything technical in high school either. Missed out on some fun but there is nothing wrong with learning now. Thanks. Stevo

[@corgi42069]

@@stevoj8959 I am learning on my own to supplement a charity i am starting, so i consider this an all-win situation at this point

[@MatthewBuntyn]

Have you ever run a 3/8" wide blade? If so, were there any differences in the setup?

[@stevoj8959]

There should be no problem running a 3/8 blade. You just have to set the blocks and bearings as you would a 1/4 blade. Thanks. Stevo

[@Kamikaziidare]

Hi there! I have two old 8” Delta Model 28-180 Bench Bandsaws that look almost identical inside to yours (wheels, tracking and guides), except for the outer shell/cabinet that differs. Please confirm your model number and if it is an 8” or 10” saw. If it is an 8”, what is the manufacturers recommended blade length? I don’t have a manual for mine and I’m doing a lot of guess work, have one blade that is too tight and one that fits but on the limit of of the tensioner travel. I would like to replace all my blades soon with better blades.

[@stevoj8959]

It will take me some time to confirm the model number, I will be there at the end of the week, but the blade length for you saw should be 56 1/8. Hope that helps. Stevo

[@charwater]

Stevo, where could one find that fence? I could really use one myself.

[@stevoj8959]

That is a tough one. They don't make any parts for Delta equipment anymore. King Power Tools are making clones to all the old Delta equipment so it might be worth your time to search there. Stevo

[@webstertreehopper]

Hi Stevo. I have the same Delta saw, Delta 28-180 which specifies a 56-1/8" blade. I have purchased two 56-1/8" blades from two different places and they are all too short. I've adjusted the wheel for loading per the manual (I think) but it is at minimum and I'm out of ideas. The blades are too short. If you have any suggestions, I'd appreciate it. Thanks.

[@stevoj8959]

Sometimes the wheel gets stuck so try and bang it down when the tension is off. Give that a try. Thanks. Stevo

[@conradpaul6100]

​@@stevoj8959I'm having similar problem Steve....Im reinstalling a blade I took out but it doesn't want to go back on....will try hitting the wheel gently with a rubber mallet

[@stevoj8959]

Yes they do get stuck sometimes and need a little help. Thanks. Stevo @@conradpaul6100

[@smithcaballerogonzales6641]

That machine is 10"? Thank you

[@stevoj8959]

It is an 8 inch I believe. Takes a 56 1/8 inch blade. Thanks Stevo

[@jackgarridogonzalez9487]

Hello my friend, do you know how many inches this model is?

[@stevoj8959]

There is a question that I am not sure of. I think it would be about 10 bandsaw. The blade is only 56 1/8" long. Stevo J

[@jackgarridogonzalez9487]

@@stevoj8959 I thank you friend. I bought one but did not know what the measure was.

[@simon0077007]

Where do I buy blades for this?

[@stevoj8959]

Any woodworker supply shop should be able to get what you need. Some hardware stores still carry some blades.

[@MrSwatsteven]

I cannot for the life of me get the 59inch band on the bandsaw It's way too loose

[@stevoj8959]

Just looking at my notes and it should take a 56 1/2 inch blade. Give that a try. Thanks. Stevo

[@MrSwatsteven]

@@stevoj8959 I got it! My problem was I was using duct tape instead of a tire so the wheel wasn't wide enough. I more tape on and it works fine lol

[@stevoj8959]

@@MrSwatsteven Sounds like the fix of the year. Right on. Stevo