Grizzly Bandsaw G0555LX

[@g-robby8167]

I was thinking about getting the same saw. Good review. Thanks

[@BrianThorstad]

So...I just got the new-to-me g0555. I got a Bora lift kit, assembled around the saw...boom, we’re moving. Cleaned table per StumpyNubs, ready to go.

[@angelamonteleone510]

Have had this saw for nearly 15 years. It’s always been good. Recently upgraded the bearings, now it’s amazing.

[@pfarnach]

what bearings did you go with and how do you like them?

[@davebailey2296]

Just got this saw and it's been sitting in the floor because there was no way I was going to be able to lift it onto the stand. After hearing you say that you lifted it yourself I did some rethinking and thought if a 30+/- guy can lift this saw alone why couldn't two 60+/- guys do the same. Well it worked and I am back in business. Thanks for the inspiration. Old guys rule!!!!

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Dave Bailey 37 to be exact lol... I had a tough time lifting it by myself and would not recommend it but after some heavy deadlifts, it was more awkward than heavy. Congrats on your new toy and thanks for watching

[@dfranks50]

Dave - When I got mine I was wondering about lifting it by myself as well. But it can be done with a 60+ guy, my 50+ wife and my 30 year old daughter with no problems :) Love my Grizzly!

[@crumbocrumbo6814]

@@dfranks50 this 60+guy screwed a brace to the floor joists wrapped a chain around it then jacked it up to chair height with a come along. From there I was able to slide it on to the stand. Made my first cut today now I'm tearing apart my shop to give it a permanent home.

[@davidk8504]

I was planning to install the riser block kit, so I removed the top arm while it was still in the box and set it aside. I then carefully stood up the box it came in and carefully walked the lower half of the saw with the motor attached out of the box and then lifted that onto the stand. When it came time to bolt it to the stand, I ran the bolt with a flat washer up from under the stand and then placed a flat washer, a lock washer and a nut on it from the top. It seemed easier than trying to stack the washers and nut onto the bolt from underneath. I'm 67. Something I noticed was that if I inserted the table lock pin in too far, the slot between the front and rear half of the table would visually expand, causing the fence to bind.

[@keithfrost1268]

My old bandsaw has started breaking faster than I can fix it. Thanks for the review.

[@Sulkanator]

Great review, Anthony. I'm about to pull the trigger on this unit and you've helped me make that decision. Wondering 5 years later if you still love the Grizzly.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Glad you liked the video, yes 5 years later, I still have it and still love it. I have an Amazon link in the description to purchase this model bandsaw, it doesn’t cost you any extra, it just helps to support the channel. Thanks for watching and good luck on your purchase!

[@CrossoverManiac]

At what point do you switch from the 10-inch bandsaw to the hefty 14-inch. Is cutting 2-ft and 3-ft hardwood something you need your upgraded bandsaw or could that be handled with the 10-inch. Also, does the number of boards factor in as well? Do you start off with the 10-inch or is the level of difficulty the same for both?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

@@CrossoverManiac I have a video where I installed a riser block on this bandsaw to go from a 10” to a 14” resaw capacity. This allows you to start off with a 10” bandsaw if you’re not resawing wide boards. Then later if you need to upgrade, you don’t have to buy a whole new and more expensive saw.

[@alcfse]

Great succinct review. Thanks Anthony 👍

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Selwyn Alcantara I have provided a link in the description if you are considering purchasing this bandsaw.

[@oldehatt476]

Anthony, I have this band saw. I agree it’s a nice piece of equipment. The one hp motor will struggle when you re-saw 5 inch hardwoods. Other than that it’s a great saw.

[@jeffoldham3466]

anthony i bought this saw last week and the excentric bushing on the bearing where you adjust the bearing wont go back farther enought to get it off the blade,,have you had this trouble,,

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

No, I haven’t. Have you tried adjusting where the blade sits on the wheels, you might have the blade set too far back. If that’s not it, I’d call grizzly service

[@daniellopez8873]

i own for a month the G0555LANV great piece of equipment. Keep up the good vids!.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Daniel Lopez yes, definitely worth the money

[@barryroberts6470]

Really nice Bandsaw you got there, you mentioned how quiet it was your dust collection was louder. Very quiet and Very Nice Upgrade. Well Done. Take Care, Barry (from England)

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Yes, the dust collector was certainly louder. I usually wear hearing protection because it's so loud so I'll take a quiet power tool any day of the week hahahaha . Thanks for watching

[@jeffoldham3466]

anthony i boought the rikon 10-326 about 2 yrs ago and i hated it,,,,i sold it yesterday and was considering this saw,,,can you tell me if you still have it and how well it performs,,especially on resawing

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

I still have it and it still performs well. I added the extension block to increase resaw capacity. I have a video on that. I use the saw a lot but not as much as someone who does extensive resawing and curve cuts, so it’s perfect for me but I can’t say how it would hold up in an industrial shop where its put through the ringer day in and day out.

[@lyric.kayden]

How does your G0555LX band saw not vibrate like crazy? I just got mine two days ago and it vibrates pretty bad. All stand and mounting bolts are tight. Can’t even pass a nickel test.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Lyric Klein check your wheels for alignment. If they’re out, you’ll get major vibration. You mace have to adjust them, also make sure your blade is tensioned correctly, and tracking right on the wheels. Then check and adjust your bearings last.

[@lyric.kayden]

Anthony Scolaro hi, thanks for the quick reply, appreciate it. I checked alignment, tension and bearings and everything was great. Lastly I took the blade off and checked the wheels for balance. I was easily and quickly able to see the top wheel was not balanced. I marked the wheel where it stopped when I would spin it and every time I’d spin it it would stop in the same spot. Which obviously showed the wheel was not balanced. I contacted Grizzly and let them know everything I had done to remedy and quickly they said it was the top wheel not balanced. Right away without hesitation are mailing me a new wheel and tire for the top. I gotta say Grizzly was so excellent with the Customer Service and Tech Support. So friendly, helpful and just right on it. Great great.

[@lyric.kayden]

Anthony Scolaro so I’ve gone over everything I can and I got rid of a little bit of the vibration. Question, when you shut off your bandsaw does it vibrate for a little bit when it starts to slow down, not the whole time but just a small bit? Thanks

[@logan5824]

Saving up for one. Thanks for the info. Good stuff!!

[@ryanbedford8568]

Hi Anthony, I'm debating between this and the 10" WEN you said you had. Man.. this thing looks a lot better quality. I'm a beginning woodworker, but why waste the money on the WEN when you will probably want to upgrade not long after, right?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Ryan Bedford I always say, if you know you are going to be doing bigger jobs and have the space, get the best tool you can. Otherwise you will have to sell it later and lose money. I got lucky and got the chance to upgrade without losing a dime but that’s not common at all.

[@SendItBilly]

How has it held up? Looking for a sale in this and then planning to buy.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Walt Of The Earth I still have it and still use it all the time. Works great. I have a link to purchase it in the description.

[@WoodenCreationz]

Love the review! Just picked up one!!!

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

WoodenCreationz awesome, enjoy it!

[@DelRJohnston]

Congrats, Anthony! That's a beautiful Grizz! It's on my wish list.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Thank you. I think you'd like it in your shop

[@johnhine4619]

Thank you Anthony. That was a great review. I got mine yesterday. It is quite heavy but not as bad as one is led to believe from Grizzly's dire warning's and UPS near refusal to deliver it to my home. I thought I could lift it up on the stand using just one arm, but being almost 70, had to use both. I'm still trying to figure out blade tensioning and guide adjustment though. I wish you had covered that.

[@jsodeman1]

It has been 3 1/2 years. Are you still happy/satisfied with this band saw? Was considering buying this model in the next month or so. Thanks.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

D Namedos yes, I still use it frequently and it still performs very well. If you are going to purchase it, please consider using the link in the description box below the video for your purchase, it helps support my channel and doesn’t cost you anything but the regular price of the tool.

[@ДальнобойвАмерике-ъ4т]

But look mine doesn't cut like yours the blade moves side to side

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Tension the blade tighter and adjust your side bearings

[@ДальнобойвАмерике-ъ4т]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 ok I'll do that

[@PietroMaker]

Hello from Italy ! I have passion for woodworking and follow you ! My bandsaw is very cheap, but work very vell.

[@lyric.kayden]

Question for ya again lol. So once you apply your tension with the tension lever are you able to adjust a little with the tension knob at the top, while you have the tension lever engaged? If I have my tension lever engaged no matter the amount of tension I set it at, I cannot make the slightest adjustments with the tension knob. I feel like I should be able to make small adjustments with the tension knob with the tension lever engaged. Thoughts? I guess I’ll be calling Grizzly Tech Support again tomorrow but any thoughts? Thanks

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Lyric Klein try pre-tensioning some more without the lever engaged, it might be a little harder to engage the lever afterward but it should give you more tension on the blade

[@lyric.kayden]

Anthony Scolaro just got off the phone with Grizzly a bit ago and I think we got it remedied. The Tech Support at Grizzly had me use lubricant oil to oil the spring and tensioning rod. The Tech Support agent asked what penetrating oil I had, which I had WD-40, Liquid Wrench and PB Blaster. He recommended using the PB Blaster. He said under full tension to oil the spring and tension rod. Next to remove tension and work the tension rod up and down the tensioner. Next he said lower the tension really low and apply more oil. He said let it sit for 15-20 minutes which should remedy the issue. He said at times the rod in the tensioner and spring both get dry and it makes it super hard to make adjustments while under tension. Now I’m able to apply full tension properly and make adjustments to the tensioner while under full tension. Just wanted to help pass this information along to you or anyone who may have this issue in the future and need help. Btw I am curious if some type of thicker lubricant can be used to provide continuous lubricant so it doesn’t dry out so quickly or as quickly. Thanks Anthony and take care

[@papagrouch8416]

Good review and good angles on camera. Question: did the cast iron vs. aluminum wheels have any influence on your decision of different saws or was that a non-factor?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Papa Grouch not a factor, I went by power, size and ability to add the riser block for 12” resaw height, I have a video on installing that on my channel as well.

[@papagrouch8416]

Thanks. Again, good review. I'll be checking out your install video on the riser block.

[@stormbytes]

Love your tool reviews Anthony! Was looking at a Laguna but its a too much saw for me (and $$). The Grizzly 0555 was a logical alternative. Love how you manage with limited space. You are inspirational.

[@BillyBlaze7]

congrats on your bannsuwah lol

[@charlesholland6851]

grew out of the 10 incher quick! I have the shop fox, which is pretty much same saw. I love mine

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Yes it is, I looked at the shop fox also

[@charlesholland6851]

I was going to get grizzly but I didn't want to have it shipped when I can get shop fox local. I paid a little more but got enclosed cabinet. I'm happy and they appear to be same saw

[@fredscott413]

isnt the table a little tall for you?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Putting it on wheels only raised it 3”. I’m 5’ 11” so that new height only made it easier to see the lines for curved cuts.

[@thomaszaccone3960]

Have an older model and installed riser. Great tool. I got help with lifting the parts.

[@mrk1075]

That would be nice to get but right now I can only afford to get the Rikon 10 inch deluxe band saw, the model Rikon 306.

[@xrism982]

Thanks for the review.

[@damasydia]

I wish I had the room in my shop for that saw

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

No matter how much room we have, we always need more. It's never enough.

[@robertspina4503]

Great video my question is once the riser block is installed does it require a longer blade

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Robert Spina yes, it requires longer blades, I have a video where I install the riser block kit, and I explain that during the installation. Check that out on my channel.

[@ConditionZero76]

What was wrong with the Wen 10" Bandsaw w/ 6" resaw capabilities?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

HKGuy Snowman#1 I needed more of a throat opening, this is 14”, I needed more power for the work I do and as far as resaw capability, the grizzly takes up to a 3/4” wide blade which makes that process much easier, smoother and quicker.

[@ConditionZero76]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 Oh ok that makes sense I hear ya!! I'm doing my research & in the process of buying one myself right now. I kinda narrowed it down to either going the inexpensive route with the Wen 10" or I really have my eye on a Jet 14" Delux Professional. It has built in 12" resaw capabilities without the need of adding a riser. Then again it's a whole lot more money!! Decisions, Decisions lol.... Thanks man best of luck

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

HKGuy Snowman#1 good luck with your purchase but remember, if you get what you need and want now, you won’t have to sell it and buy the one you really wanted later.

[@ConditionZero76]

@@AnthonyScolaro1 very true, good advice!! Thank you

[@dnarentz1377]

Good review, how is it on curves or circular cut? Thanks

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

D Narentz works well, but those cuts all depend on what size blade you use and how you set up the bearings

[@woodscrew5612]

hey Anthony, I have wens 9 inch band saw and it's making me hate bandsaw's. I'm assuming you had a similar experience? did your wen blade wonder and not cut very straight?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Wood And Screw honestly I liked the WEN BANDSAW but I had a unique opportunity to acquire this 14" grizzly for a barder build. It was an offer I couldn't pass up, plus the work I've been doing requires more power and size. If set up properly, the WEN should not drift. Check the blade as well. Get a quality blade and remember tension.

[@WestSenecaValleyRailroad]

Hi Anthony, what casters did you use on this? I am looking for ones with long enough threaded stems to go through a 2x4 and mate to the base, but so far I haven't found anything that seems to work.

[@05mcparker]

Just Subbed. I am debating on buying a saw directly from Grizzly, or ordering it on Amazon and use Prime. How did your shipping process go? Ive heard nightmare stories from consumers about shipping through grizzly? Any suggestions?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Go with Amazon, it's prime. You'll get it in 2 days and they'll call you with a delivery time. It was an easy experience

[@RonMarshallrone]

The casters came with the Bandsaw right? I just ordered one and didn't get a mobile base yet.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Ron Marshall no, the casters do not come with the band saw, a mobile base is a separate purchase

[@RonMarshallrone]

Thanks man. Nice review as well. Can't wait for mine. :)

[@charlesholland6851]

yours makes that noise mine does when shut off. I called shop fox and they said it was normal

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Thanks for the heads up, I was thinking of removing the back motor cover and seeing if there was sufficient clearance

[@charlesholland6851]

I thought the fan blades was hitting. thing is I've used a 17 inch grizzly and a $4000 jet. neither made that noise. I've used mine a lot and no issues. my only gripe is needs a bigger table.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

+Charles Holland I might just make an extended removable plywood table if I need more. Something I can clamp on and off when I need it

[@charlesholland6851]

I'd like to see a possible video if you do. :)

[@deckerdoesitdiy]

I saw a video of you with a wen this year, what happened to the grizzly?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

mudbutt38 you have it backwards, I sold the WEN and got the grizzly. The WEN was too small and I needed something bigger & more powerful with a larger resaw capacity. I’ve had this grizzly for a few years now.

[@deckerdoesitdiy]

How do you like that grizzly? I've been thinking about buying one.

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

mudbutt38 good machine but if I had a bigger budget, I’d go with the powermatic, Jet or Rikon

[@jeffoldham3466]

how many bandsaws do you have,,didn't you do a review on a wen,,did grizzy or wen give you the saw to make a video,,

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

jeff oldham I had an offer from someone to buy the Wen after a few months and since I had the chance to upgrade to a 14 inch bandsaw with the capability of adding a riser block for a resaw height of 12 inches, it's a no brainer. This machine is much more suitable for the amount of work I do.

[@KagedCreations08XX]

Great upgrade. glad to hear it wasn't an issue with the WEN since I just got one of those haha. Did you ever get a second blade for the WEN i'm looking at getting a narrower one for curves and was wondering if you had any suggestions?

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

1/4 inch will do good for curves.

[@themagnet61]

Anthony, Are you still happy with this Bandsaw?? I did not pull the trigger yet but I did just buy a spindle sander made by Grizzly. Great video......Pete

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Peter Trentacoste yes, extremely happy with it. It has the size and power I needed

[@carsonvujnov]

Voltage???

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

Pop 110v

[@carsonvujnov]

Anthony Scolaro thank you

[@onlyfacts4me]

After putting wheels on it, is the table still at a comfortable height? I'm 5'-10" ... Thanks for the great review video

[@AnthonyScolaro1]

I'm also 5'10" and it is a bit high but comfortable enough for me to work on. I'm going to get a true low profile mobile base for it eventually. Thanks for watching.

[@daniellopez8873]

Anthony Scolaro I bought the delta universal mobile base (wood not included) for the G0555LANV for 41 dlls. Also try adding a brush for the lower wheel. you can get it on amazon or make one yourself.

[@bhubbard491]

Thanks for a good review, Anthony. I'm considering this saw for my next shop purchase. I've got a couple of Grizzly machines already and love them. I noticed, at 2:16, the screws that hold the scale sight glass are up above the table surface slightly. Also, at 5:25, the fence appears to sits about a 1/4" above the table surface and the work piece is obstructed by those screws. Is this normal for this model or is it something you've corrected since the video was made?

[@carlwheeler3403]

Yep, I noticed that too, looks like the fence rail is mounted a little too high. I ordered this exact model and it's scheduled for delivery within the next few days. I don't think the fence is attached while being shipped. I'll be sure to keep that in mind when I assemble it.