How to Change a Bandsaw Blade & Tension Bandsaw Blades

[@maberyall9152]

Thanks Colin. Awesome demo. I am a 72 year old Grandma and when my blade broke, I bought a new one but was waiting for someone to come and put it on for me., I'm going to give it a shot myself.

[@RyanNiemer]

Wow! Thank you for this. I recently received an old Sears / Craftsman 10" band saw from one of my uncles. Was having a lot of trouble getting it to cut straight, keep the blade on the tire(s) and not sure how to adjust. You pretty much nailed all the questions I had! Thank you very much

[@steveho9884]

Colin where did you get the tension handle

[@hughcrawford9160]

I have a 12 in Craftsman saw, the tires keep moving to the back after I have tried to adjust the blade. Can you tell me what I am doing wrong? Or why would the tires keep moving out of the track.

[@luisjaimeayalaperez7809]

Than YOU sir very helpful, answered all my questions I was looking to resolve. Really grateful there are people who like to share their knowledge and takes the time to prepare videos.

[@rjhinnj]

Great video covering aspects that others don’t…. And for us home DIYers, it was nice to see you working on a bandsaw that most of us have… not some commercial grade $10k monster with all the bells and whistles! My only criticism is, when you are doing the fine adjustments, it is hard to see what you are doing. Zooming in on these would be a great improvement. But overall, we’ll done!

[@beulahmcgraw5625]

I watched 4 how to videos and yours was the only one that covered changing the blade and setting the tension and checking the wheel. And telling how to know if the blade is dull, OMG. Right on. Awesome tutorial. Thank you.

[@c.s.5177]

I know this is an old video but I tell you, I just replaced a bandsaw blade for the first time. Followed this step by step and it worked perfectly. The belt on the motor sounds a little icky but I cut an almost perfect semi circle with my new awesome blade. Thank you.

[@cristy1735]

Great video Colin! Did your bandsaw come with that tension handle or did you add it? If you added it, can you do a video on how you made and attached it? Looks like a very easy way to adjust the tension.

[@Kamikaziidare]

Hi, I am busy restoring two small Delta Bench Top Bandsaws. The door latch system seem to have been a week design point as they have all failed, on both machines. It appears that you have customized you door latches on this bandsaw in the video. If so could I please ask if you could send me a photograph of how you did this modification please?

[@anneliseware665]

Your instructions are so detailed. My bandsaw has never worked better. Thank you so much for your video. I especially liked the tip about scraping the tires. Today was the first day in a long time that my tires look great, sawdust free!

[@hozzer68]

Thanks for an excellent video just what I needed as a first time owner of a band saw

[@knecht105]

You're Welcome Graeme! Thanks for watching.

[@Thom4123]

Great tutorial video. Every time I watch a video like this it's great to see a different technique for doing the job and you learn something new. Thank Colin

[@knecht105]

Thanks for the kind words Thom

[@waltstjohn1421]

Hi Colin and thanks for your video. I inherited a band saw from my father when he passed away almost 20 years ago and it’s been sitting in my workshop since then without a blade. I now have need of the saw so I bought a blade but had little idea how to install it. After reviewing your video I was able to install without a problem. Working great!

[@arayan83079]

Dude thanks. This was a super helpful video.

[@christschool]

Alex Snodgrass has an excellent video on this subject as well.

[@knecht105]

I will check that out, thanks for this

[@estenorth50]

Many thanks but my problem always have sound win I installing

[@cobberpete1]

Thanks Colin, Again I have picked up a few tips to make my machine more efficient. An added extra might be to wear some gloves while removing / installing the blade onto the wheels as they have a mind of there own and are quite happy to give you a nick for your trouble :)

[@knecht105]

That's a good point Peter, thanks buddy

[@cabman86]

I use the Armorall tire cleaner to clean the tires and then use the protectant to keep them hydrated.

[@HannaBaik]

thank you. excellent video and help me a lot in changing the blade on my bandsaw.

[@robertlumsden942]

quick question - how high should the adjustment be to the wood.

[@davidcopplestone2261]

How do you stop the blade coming off when putting blade on

[@kumentador959]

Ok but you could have done it with less talk...we can see what you're doing anyway.....with less talk simply describing why you're doing what you're doing should be enough i guess.😊

[@ImanAhole]

and I thought that "I" was an A-hole. shut up dude

[@CaptSureshSharma]

Thanks ...very well explained. I recently bought a micro band saw of Proxxon, there is no video from the company to understand the fine tuning of it. Biggest challenge for me has been HOW TO ADJUST TENSION OF THE BLADE... today you gave me answer ...

[@Sandmandodds]

Still helping people 7 years later.

[@BrianR7301023]

Thank you so much for this video! It answered a lot of my questions! :D

[@coldblu357]

Thankyou! I've had so much trouble with blade drift that I didn't use my bandsaw much anymore. Therefore, I wasn't getting the full use of it and the many nice things a bandsaw can do. I so appreciate your videos.👍🏼😉

[@bayloralejandro8296]

i know Im kinda off topic but does anyone know a good site to stream newly released movies online ?

[@ericburres2875]

Thanks, Colin! Having just purchased a bandsaw, this information is very useful and timely.

[@knecht105]

Good timimg ... thanks for the note Eric

[@ilijabosnjak76]

I didn't watch the video,,because I know All about it 😂 😂 but I am glad that you explained it,,because I am tired 😴 of teaching people how to change stupid blade and that includes cold steel blade,chop saw blades,table saw blades or anything that can cut..I guess some people aren't that bright..Try running Laser Machine 😂...Take care man...

[@smithcaballerogonzales6641]

That machine is 10"? Thank you

[@Maine307]

Thank you. I just got an hammidown Milwaukee/Delta old bandsaw 14in . 90inh blade.. needed to adjust and replace. Thank you Soo much.!! I almost screwed up , before I just stopped and hoped u had a video!

[@wolfy40oz]

Thankyou so much. I learned that i likely had my blade tension too tight. Also adjusted alignment bearings better. Thanks again.

[@darklemon1]

Great video!

[@rrl4245]

Great info, Thanks

[@doulos77]

I'm the beneficiary of a rockwell delta bandsaw from prob the 1950s (and it still runs!) and I had 0 idea how to adjust it. Thank you!

[@alheeley]

I cant get this blade deflection thing for tension, it depends so much on how much pressure you put on it. Other guides say tension it till it gives a tone when you pluck it, but thats also so variable and subjective. Im really struggling to get my new bandsaw to cut straight.

[@jc-kj2on]

Thank you sir 🙏

[@nicparker3809]

great now all I need is a band saw.

[@HumanityNeedsPeaceNow]

Thank you for this!

[@Boomers_Bud]

Another great video Colin. Keep them coming !!! Derek

[@knecht105]

Thanks buddy

[@alexusartcrafts5881]

Thanks for the info. 😊

[@paulalderson6920]

There are portions missing from the tyre/tire on the lower wheel. Ryobi does not have spares available. Can the tyre/tire be fixed?

[@fltsgn6]

I also want to really thank you for this! I also inherited an old 12" Sears/Craftsman that wouldn't cut straight after I put on one of the blades that came with it. You have given me some really likely items to look at to get this thing to cut straight again. It was used to all the time by the previous owner; therefore, a dull blade is a likely first thing to look at in my case, and NOT the guide alignment - lesson learned!

[@edwardsaravolac5487]

Hi Colin - Ed from Canberra Australia. Just bought a bandsaw and the instructions for tensioning were written....well, not clearly in english. Your tutorial was very clear. Thanks!

[@rickleibold4848]

excellent tutorial.....great for a beginner with a used saw and no manuals !!!!!

[@tomaspalomino5413]

Hello Colín, I have a Delta Sm400 ,9", and both tires aré damage ,can you tell me how or where may I get this Parts?,thanks

[@robertlumsden942]

i know this is old but gosh it was so helpful. i just got my bandsaw and it was used and i needed to replace blade and the tires. thanks so much.

[@walterdyczewski9521]

Excellent. Very informative. Thanks

[@keithhilton1564]

Hi Colin i just purchased a delta saw today how do you find model number and what size the blade is.

[@stephanieray6587]

Thanks so much for this, Colin. There are a lot of YT videos on how to set up a bandsaw, but each one seems to bring something new to the table. PS Love the way you painted your blade guard red... eye catching!

[@scottyhughes9179]

Excellent, I am setting up a newly acquired 8 inch Delta and this has really helped. The lower guides are not like the upper on the DELTA 28-180 that I have, but it still applies in a similar manner. Thanks again for this informative tutorial.

[@billsizemore6307]

Great video, however I need one blade adjustment (rt side) of the lower two adjustments. Any idea where they can be purchased. Seem to be an obsolete item with the Delta 16" 28-560 model.

[@alisonmarieneedham2766]

Brilliant! Thanks - you explain things so simply and clearly.

[@tonybp965]

It's a pain when you can't get the pivoting of the wheel to line up before applying a bit of tension. As you run the wheel, you can see the saw not staying on the wheel centered, it wants to roll of the wheel if the pivoting isn't exactly correct to maintain the saw centered. I'm a beginner woodworker, and at first I had a terrible time centering the saw on the wheel as I turned it manually. You make it look so easy. I guess experience takes care of that headache in time. Thanks for putting this out there to teach us less experienced...lol.

[@babysaho9576]

Hi just curious, is there a particular reason that you put the board to stop the saw after you turn it off?

[@konstantinoskolkov2370]

Thanks a lot! Hope it helps me in my struggle with tuning-up my new GrizzlyGO555.

[@PapaGleb]

I’ve been dreaming of having a shop for year until very recently I secured one and am slowly building it up. Just today I got a 12” band saw and thx to this video I feel much better setting it up. Loving all of your videos keep up the great job 👍👍👍

[@melkoebes]

Colin , thank you for the input to the debate on how to set up a band saw , as a club member I have seen many uses and abuses after a new blade was mounted , its a free for all LOL

[@PeterPasieka]

If you can please make more videos with or about this handsaw. I have the exact same one.

[@s.i.mmakumbirofarmmamapigp1123]

Thank you.

[@ozrengora300]

The man I bought my bandsaw says my saw has spaced teeth and that as such it has to be put to the end of the wheel. Yes, He says, the teeth must be out, if you understand me ???

[@mercedesfoster482]

Thank you so much for taking the time to do a great video, and share your knowledge, you are a treasure!😘

[@Idoitfortheskonkas]

Thank you good sir for the informative video. Cheers

[@jenniferhansen499]

Thanks. That was very, very helpful!

[@MediaFilter]

Hi Colin. Can you tell me what purpose the thrust bearing serves?

[@michaelmckenney7214]

Great tutorial, you answered many of my questions. Thanks

[@wesbailey545]

Now maybe I can get some saw dust on my band saw from the band saw not from other saws Thanks for the help.

[@jameshounslow]

Thanks - Excellent video. No nonsense, just what you need to know :)

[@jasonmorris1919]

This was a big help in setting up a new blade. Thanks!

[@timhiggins2445]

Thank you very much, saved me from thinking my $50 garage sale bandsaw was a goner, this has been cutting steel and wood for many months now.

[@davidbrett7589]

I am new to working with bandsaws, and this tutorial is so easy to understand.

[@neilpountney9414]

New to using a bandsaw and this Video has been so instructive Thanks Colin

[@hassannono3864]

I like your videos. I would like to ask you. My bandsaw is Makita I have problems with it it burn the wood if I do resawing. I searched in the internet I have found a blades wax but it is hard to get one because I live in far country. So I am thinking of using WD40 or small amount of grease. Do you think it would help? Or if you have some tips I would appreciate it

[@MrHarleythedevil]

I'm not am expert, but I would think it could be the blade. It might be a bit dull or it might have too small of a tooth. (Or you might have super hard wood, you didn't say.) Small teeth won't clear the sawdust away quickly enough. Razor sharp large teeth could solve the problem. Or do wot I do , and Google the problem. An answer has to be there somewhere.

[@icespeckledhens]

A well explained video. Thanks James

[@remoteflyboy]

Thank you so much for your great tips 😀

[@ClayBlasdel44]

very comprehensive. thanks

[@mrod7692]

Very helpful, Thanks.

[@Dangerousoldman]

Fantastic tutorial, thank you 👍👍

[@ladykenja2700]

- Thanx. Great tutorial video.

[@johnvanerp7954]

My pulls right when cutting a circle

[@JT_70]

I was never pleased with the new blade I put on my 10” bandsaw several years ago. It never cut well. I discovered recently that the blade was backwards. I didn’t notice when I installed it that it had been inverted. It’s amazing how well it cuts now that I have flipped the blade. Duh! Now, I need to adjust the blade on my 14” Jet.

[@Rudy32225]

Yup, I didn't see where he covered this basic but important point. Otherwise a great video.

[@chrisuk441]

Excellent vid, I know now I need a new blade lol 👍🇬🇧

[@krischannel-tv4538]

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[@lynnmckenney1987]

Thank you thank you thank you!!! I got my bandsaw, loved it, but broke my blade trying to make too sharp of a turn. I tried to change the blade multiple times, but it KEPT slipping off, it was driving me crazy that I couldn't figure out how to get it properly and safely tensioned! Every time I THINK it is tensioned correctly and go to make a cut, the blade pops off!!

[@knecht105]

Thanks for the note Lynn .... hope this helps

[@melkoebes]

have been setting blades for the last 2 years , query what happens with a wider blade like3/4 inch or even 1 inch , if you set the gullet to the centre the back of the blade will be almost running off the edge of the tyre

[@ianmathieson65]

melkoebes: it doesn't matter if the back of the blade hangs off the back of the tyre because the crown shape of the tyre means the back edge would be unsupported even if the tyre was much wider. The important detail is that the rear of the gullet rides on the highest point of the crown, no matter what.

[@eddiestipe2009]

It was time for me to change my blade and I came across your video the Information you provided was very helpful, well almost. The areas that I am having the most problems with is under the table and you did not cover that. Hopefully you will do another video and spend a little bit of time on the bottom adjustments just below the table. Other than that the video is exceptionally well done and thank you for sharing.

[@knecht105]

I'll add it to my list of videos to make for the future. Thanks for watching!

[@tpobrienjr]

Thanks for all the tips. They really help.

[@meanders9221]

Good tutorial Colin. Are you saying that the main cause of blade dulling is that they get so hot they lose their temper, or that they soften and deform, or that they actually melt? Just curious, as all three possibilities had never occurred to me, I just assumed they were being abraded by the wood and wearing down like a chisel or plane blade.

[@knecht105]

Blade dulling can be caused by a few different things, but certainly heat build-up a the very tips is one cause. I'm not sure that blades would lose their temper, I guess it could happen in some cases, blades can get very hot and yes, you are correct that just plane old wear will also contribute to it as well.

[@royothebuzz]

Very helpful, Thanks so much.

[@dmaifred]

I hear that you can't use bandsaws on Vancouver Island due to the salty wind causing rust and resulting in the machine seizing? Some say a liberal application of smoked chinook fish oil helps?

[@knecht105]

lol ... any thoughts on where I could get some of that "smoked chinook" ? ...

[@thomastieffenbacherdocsava1549]

Good Tutorial!

[@ozzstars_cars]

good information, thanks

[@knecht105]

Thanks Ozz

[@ronc5386]

Great Band saw tips Colin. I will give mine a check over to see if I have all the right clearance etc. Thanks

[@knecht105]

Hi Ron, always good to brush up on these things ... makes me work harder at it too :)

[@ameliastratton-smith8946]

Very helpful! Thank you.

[@banauenative1068]

u r not selfish...tnxs!

[@Aaronyavcm]

Thanks for sharing!

[@thetraindriver01]

Bandsaw blade replacement demystified 👍👍

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrDixonBHS]

Great...thanks for this

[@WayneTheSeine]

Very good. Well presented and pleasant to watch. Thanks.

[@knecht105]

You're Welcome. Thanks for watching Wayne.

[@عبداللهالكبيسي-ف7ق]

شكرا لك.فيديو مفيد.

[@knecht105]

Thank you