Table Saw Tune Up and Maintenance

[@katzmosestools]

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[@TheSMEAC]

Jonathan, I’ve completed this table old saw rebuild and when using the glidecote, do you coat blades also? I have used wax, but just doesn’t seem to pull its weight as well on the cast iron top, those old ones weren’t polished like the new tables and I think that may have something to do with it. It’s not worth risking taking the flat out of the table to rid it all and sending it to be resurfaced defeats the purpose of rebuilding it to afford my new planer. I’m using those top end CMT Orange Combo, Rip and CC blades you just featured from Taylor Tools (thanks a bunch for the tip off in that sale and additional discount, I got 3 quality blades for the cost of just one Forrest or comparable 👍). I know that Bostik used to have a product called bladecote, but they went and redid all their branding at some point (probably while I was off killing bad guys 🤪). So what all is glidecote good for and is there a coating you’ve used that you recommend for blades and bits of all sorts? Semper Fi and keep it up brother.

[@jph1985]

Thanks for this. Bought my first table saw and had it delivered today. I’m an absolute amateur so couldn’t justify buying an expensive one but I’ll follow this before I even switch it on.

[@MPDesign]

There's something very satisfying about a tuned up tool.

[@markwagstaff947]

The more I watch you content the more I appreciate it. Keep up the great work

[@troyqueen9503]

Alignment is only as good as the bearings,thanks for the video .

[@johnmclarnon5890]

Jonathan; great shows. I just recently purchased a used 10" King Tablesaw, and I am presently working on cleaning it up and throwing a set of wheels under it. It takes me a rather long time to complete such projects due to some rather serious upper limb injuries. I used to work with metal as I was a Blacksmith, welder, and did some basic machining for my career of 30+ years. Anyway, I purchased this amazing tablesaw for $100 as I am upgrading from a Canadian Tire brand 10" tablesaw, wow what a huge difference the King is over the Canadian Tire brand saw !

[@timcheatwood4550]

Tool maintenance... Very important, easy to procrastinate lol. Thanks for sharing this video. Looking forward to the rest of the series!

[@katzmosestools]

I wanted to change my middle name to procrastinate but I haven't gotten around to it

[@johnmclarnon5890]

I am not sure if you do this on a regular basis, but checking your combination square for "Squareness" is extremely important. Always check your squares for "Squareness". I typically check my squares on a weekly basis, mainly because I have basically destroyed some of my metal projects due to an out of square tool. Awesome show, I have learned huge amounts from your shows, please keep up the great job. Watching in St.Marys, Ontario, Canada

[@sethbracken]

Getting out of the garage and into this new space has done wonders for your content. You’re stuff is going to be even better now.

[@lehcim777]

thanks, for this reminder. we often overlook this when we're in the shop.

[@ajhearn4535]

thanks you so much for this, i know you were dissapointed by the amount of views but this has been a fantastic help for me and has made it much less intimidating to adjust my machines to be bang on where as befoer i was afraid i would mess up the calibration and make things worse and be unable to fix it thank you very much

[@Quanticles]

There is definitely some nuance to the surface cleaning process that I still don't understand. I applied vinegar and water and it removed the rust spots quickly but the entire surface rusted instantly before I could apply wax. I next tried it with the baking soda afterwards which helped, but still some corrosion formed before I could apply wax. Not to mention that the baking soda is pretty messy. A detailed video on just the surface cleaning process would be appreciated

[@zavoina]

This demo got serious when that tooth hit the end of the ruler. This is always good info. At the end of the day, it also reminds us that even our basic tools like the combo square need to be true and accurate as so much is based off it.

[@katzmosestools]

So true

[@dougcook1176]

That's pretty good Jonathan. A couple comments. I would check the runout on the saw arbor face flange. Its a good idea to clean the flange with some solvent as pitch will build up on it if you change blades a lot.. You like to have less than .001" runout on the flange. You should take the runout on the blade also and you would like have less than .004" as far out as you can take it. Its a good idea, because of runout to mark a tooth with a sharpie and use the same tooth for checking blade alighnment with your indicator. Cheers

[@wb_finewoodworking]

Thanks for the reminder. It’s time for me to clean out my table saw, lubricate it and check all the adjustments.

[@tooljunkie555]

Wish I had a sawstop..my delta is a pain to adjust. Good stuff Jonathan. How about bandsaw next. Changing tires and adjusting new blade.?

[@katzmosestools]

Thanks Joe. I'll put it on the list

[@jdhigginbottom]

Great topic Jonathan! I am all about a video about a bandsaw tune up as well!

[@thewoodshop69]

Lovin my PM66 5hp just very careful

[@TheTranq]

Gonna be tuning up and replacing the blade on my Dewalt tomorrow!

[@donniebrunswick4356]

J-Kat. Thank you so much for the timing and content of this video. I’m picking up my new 36” Sawstop Saturday. I’ll be following through your video again once I receive. Keep posting!

[@donniebrunswick4356]

Luke White -you’re completely right. I should’ve gone for the 5hp 52” bad boy.

[@DanoKozy]

This is a great idea for a video series. I'd like to see Bandsaw, Drill press, jointer, and planer tuneups. Thanks. Good stuff.

[@katzmosestools]

On the list. Cheers

[@arniesteinlage5367]

Great video! Band saw, band saw with resaw fence, surface planer (also adding micro adjust gauge), Cheers

[@Elbur2019]

Thanks. Lots of great tips. Hopefully after following your advice for tuning the saw I will eliminate the curve that’s appeared on my maple rip cuts. Recently moved the saw and I think it got misaligned.

[@brianakins83]

as far as tune up is concerned, my biggest need is to tune my bandsaw. The cuts it produces is awful.... I need to spend time on that personally. Thanks for your wonderful videos, love them!

[@jayceterry3691]

i’d really like to see a video specifically on the sawstop ics. why you got it compared to other saws you’ve had, the advantage of having the ics, specifics and facts, all the knowledge you have on it. for such a big purchase and seeing all the pros using one, i’d really like to know everything there is to know before i dive into an 8k table saw purchase

[@jandastroy]

This is great info, that old craftsman I somehow ended up with is going to be amazing once I'm done with it. Thanks!

[@Witchnyyy]

Really usefull video for a beginner like me who just got his first cabinet table saw! Very instructive 🤓

[@devinreynolds-FDW]

Thank u for this and this was a great video!!

[@MVets23]

Literally just aligned the blade on my sawstop yesterday. Those bolts to loosen the table were NOT easy to get to. Had to use my impact driver with a ratchet attachment. Great video!

[@TwoDogGarageWoodworks]

My saw is waaaaay overdue for this. Thanks for sharing!

[@wadihkarim4088]

Great video for a newbie like myself. Thanks for all the info. I would also like to see a bandsaw. I picked up a used Delta 28-276 and I want to make sure it's working correctly. Thanks again.

[@johnleonard5857]

Great stuff thank you.

[@JohnMcGrathManInShed]

Some nice tips there, just bought a second hand table saw ,it needs some restoration work. Hopefully I can turn it into an accurate saw for my new shop.

[@DuncanEdwards.]

Was just wondering about my table maintenance, thank you

[@kduhamel]

I like the series. It’s always a good reminder. Thanks.

[@spkendrick]

I love these tune up vids

[@christofix]

This is realy interesting! This will help a lot of people... Including myself! Thanks for sharing al thes great tips

[@katzmosestools]

Thanks bud! I wish I'd know this stuff earlier than I did

[@christofix]

@@katzmosestools You know i think that is the beauty of our hobby, learning every day!

[@avrumisolaimani8546]

wish i had a tablesaw

[@DoingitWithjason]

I love how diverse you are! Black nuts white nuts we're all nuts

[@katzmosestools]

Thanks bud!

[@harrydavis6903]

Great tutorial, Jonathan. Very helpful and thorough. Thanks, friend.

[@deanslegos1990]

Glad I found this channel. Too bad my riving knife is impossible to align correctly T.T

[@michaelmeskew2272]

adjusting and cleaning a bandsaw

[@adventureswithmaple4459]

Awesome video. I am currently using a 15 year old job site table saw and due to cost will be using it to create a cabinet type saw. Watching how you adjust the fence on your video have me some great ideas to incorporate into the fence I'll need to build. I would love to see a video on tuning a band saw. I recently picked up a used one and would love to know how to get it more accurate. PS, I expected a video like this after watching the Hounds tooth dovetail JOTW. 😉

[@k05ag02]

I’d love see a nail gun tune up video

[@Kqto]

Good tips. Thank you!

[@timhalcomb4041]

Enjoyed the video thanks for the wisdom I would like to see tuning a chop saw thanks have a blessed day

[@katzmosestools]

I'll put it on the list

[@Ham68229]

I have a Grizzly hybrid, I used to use SC Johnson Paste furniture wax. I stopped using it, was having issues with it getting dried out and hard on the table top, even though I buffed it. Went back to Boeshield T9. Bandsaw would be great to see but, hand planes, spoke shaves would be better.

[@ericpedercini]

Bring these back! Jointer please! Thanks

[@Anthony-H]

Hand plane maintenance. Mine are still pretty new and I'm already getting a few small rust spots.

[@domonationdom4475]

Love love love🎉

[@markhunt6177]

Great information. FYI, not all manuals are available on the internet. My saw is 1957 Montgomery Ward powr Kraft, can't find that manual anywhere.

[@CondredgeDole]

This is excellent, Jonathan. Thanks!

[@cwaynec1]

I would be interested in the tune up of a compound miter saw. Even after the wind up, my saw/ blade feels like it has a random shake to it. Maybe its operator error or just in need of a tune up? I have a Rigid 15 Amp Corded 12 in. Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw with 70° Miter Capacity. It is 1 year old with a new'ish Diablo 12 in. x 100-Teeth Ultimate Polished Finish Saw Blade installed (for reference).

[@rjtumble]

+1 on doing more of this series, good idea.

[@alexandra_sa_lazer]

As someone who is *extremely* new to woodworking may I ask for a video showing how you made your adjustments underneath? I realize this may be difficult with the low lighting but it would be super helpful. Great video!

[@kellyb7321]

Depends on your machine. Showing the adjustments on his saw wouldn't apply to every saw on the market. Like the video said, check your manual for more detailed instructions. You can also search out a more detailed video with your saw's model number

[@maddrummer1312]

Bandsaw tune up would be awesome! Mine sucks horribly and I'm sure I'm missing some tune up spots. Or maybe I just need to change out some parts. But I have no idea how

[@FredMcIntyre]

Thanks for the info/recommendations! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@BojBel]

Great info, thanks. I work out of a shared shop space and the tool maintenance is often neglected. Your video is a good reminder to get it done. I'd love to see your tips on the planer tune-up. In our shop it often gets misaligned and ends up making wedges. Some tips on correcting it would be appreciated.

[@katzmosestools]

Always take two passes running it both ways atthe same depth (rotate 180 long way) . Thay should fix it in the short term.

[@BojBel]

@@katzmosestools oops, sorry. Meant jointer not planer. The jointer is making wedges. Usually it involves some fidgeting with the blades or outfeed. Just wondering if you have tips on making it quicker. Thanks

[@rolandharrison5651]

And the hits keep up coming! As always great job on the video. One question, why would any guy want “dead nuts” ? Just wondering. 😊

[@ARMYStrongHOOAH17]

Fun fact: one thousandth of an inch is actually called a "mil", though many people use that term as a short for millimeter. Drives me up the wall, lol.

[@melainekerfaou8418]

Just thought of something for checking that the blade is square to the table when set at 90 degrees: the throat plate might not be perfectly flush to the table, and the part of the blade above the table is not very large for an accurate reading of squareness with the combination square. Why not remove the throat plate, then test for squareness the other way around, down in the well, with a try-square with the inside edge of the stock on the table and its blade against the saw blade (avoiding the hub, obviously)? That references the reading on the table and not the throat plate, and now we have ~8 inches of blade instead of 3 to measure squareness.

[@melainekerfaou8418]

Just checked: the blade of my try square is too wide to fit in the well between the saw blade and the wall. However, that of my combination square fits nicely, with a bit of wiggle room to spare.

[@mattroveto9779]

to what degree of precision should the blade be aligned to the slot? I currently have my blade within ~0.06 mm, is this too much? I just got my first table saw and I am trying to get it precise so it is safe. Thanks for the help! your videos are great

[@davidiliyn]

I had to adjust my riving knife when I got that forest blade on my sawstop

[@bradagdern8110]

I was delighted to see this video as I was just trying to align my Dewalt Contractor Table Saw last night. One thing I struggled with (which may not be an issue for high end SawStops) is after loosening the screws I got it perfectly in alignment, but when tightening the screws back down it pulled it back out of aliment. Any suggestions on that issue would be much appreciated!

[@stephencarr8366]

Get a set of table saw PALS, google them. You order them for your specific saw, they are basically adapters that let you use a set screw adjustment and then the original bolts just sort of snug them up

[@bradagdern8110]

@@stephencarr8366 Looks like a great system but don't see support for Dewalt

[@stephencarr8366]

@@bradagdern8110 You might call them. I had Delta on my mind, that's what I have, One of the other kits might work

[@generationrabbithole8563]

No explanation on when you’re actually adjusting the table top, just a quick montage and then moving on?

[@CharlezMalasana]

Take some video of me cleaning but make it look badass

[@allent555]

Suggest the next tool is compound Miter slide saw

[@stefankiefer4884]

Thanks for the video! Would love to see a video on maintenance of a jointer and thicknesser. Keep up the good work. When will you make the change to metric measurements though? Seriously... inches....

[@AutotechWoodworking]

Thanks for the tips Jonathan, I'm going to go out and tune up my tablesaw now...oh wait, I don't have a "real" tablesaw. My tablesaw is one I made from a circular saw., but my birthday wish is always hoping that I will get a real one. Maybe one day my wish will come true. I wouldn't say no to someone if they were to give one to me, especially since my birthday is coming up . It doesn't have to be a new one, I'd be happy with an older one. Hey SawStop, can you help me out please??

[@sailornick7]

What was the purpose of the baking soda on there.

[@karl_alan]

Seems like the bandsaw and other things like that will be q little redundant. I would love to see a planer though.

[@MilmoWood]

Thanks for a great video. I'm a new subscriber having recently discovered your channel. Brilliant videos. Thanks

[@Steve-dr7rr]

Jonathan what would be the best blade to use on hardwood plywood and to do half laps on csl lumber for frame work. Cheers Jonathan you have a fantastic channel from Steve 🇬🇧👨🏼‍🦽

[@FrankTheTank417]

@Jonathan Katz-Moses You didn’t show how to align your blade. I understand not everyone has a SawStop but many of us do. Also what was your vinegar to water ratio?

[@benholder1152]

I finally got a table saw, a Rigid from 2000 or so. I have been working on getting the top rust free all day today, and most likely into tomorrow as well. Does it have to be completely Rust free? What are the detriments to having Rust on the top? And when you use the Paste Wax on it, do you wipe it all off right after you apply, or do you let it sit and dry on it first? Thanks in advance!!

[@jimysk8er]

I have a feeling my table saw is making more noise than it should but I am having a hard time finding videos on how and where to check for possible issues. seems nobody like to open up their table saw. I would love some help on a good source of info

[@rickthevet]

Can you do a tool maintenance video on drum sanders please?

[@naterapp7881]

Great video! I'm looking forward to this series. How about a jointer? I just bought an old jointer and would love to know the things I should check out before I get started using it.

[@dougwilke9253]

Great video - I would like to see more of these types of videos please possibly you chop saw, edge planner anything that cuts wood. Great video and dead N.U.T.S........

[@chrisansari]

Thanks - a lot great information in this video. What is the purpose of the baking soda?

[@aussiemagik]

To neutralize the vinegar and water mizture

[@paulalbright6829]

Great video. I have a Ridgid table saw. And my fence is so hard to get adjusted, any ideas. The wood scrapes on the back of the blade as much as the front. Any help wood bee appreciated.

[@shawnbond1975]

I have not been able to get my extension wings flat with the main table. Even if I get one held just right, as soon as I tighten the bolts it moves just slightly. I figure as long as the outside edges are not higher than the main table I can live with it. Any tips would be appreciated.

[@codycates3427]

bandsaw and jointer

[@clark5on5]

Thanks for the video. What about a surface planer (jointer planer) tune up? I've bought an old one, which I need to piece together and clean up. Be great to see how you do it.

[@katzmosestools]

People just didn't watch this series so I stopped. Same principals apply though

[@clark5on5]

@@katzmosestools Sorry to hear that. I thought it was great. Enjoying your other videos as well. Thank you.

[@clark5on5]

@@katzmosestools I'm actually trying to get this planer for cheap. Been on ebay a while: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-Surface-Planer/233263174236. Appreciate your negotiation technique vid.

[@RandomGgames]

Hey! I have a table saw in my garage, but it's an older saw and the top is made of a rough aluminum (I think) and parts have a really tough time sliding, making it feel extremely dangerous any time I use it. What would you suggest? I kinda want a new saw. Something affordable for a home shop.

[@randywright7933]

Very cool video. It's been 5 years since I got my sawstop and I haven't needed to adjust anything yet but I'm thinking now that I should at least check everything one and definitely add oil to the necessary parts I haven't done that before. Any special oil you use?

[@katzmosestools]

Linked in the description and pinned comment

[@DumbUserName782]

What ratio of vinegar to water do you use?

[@bloomqmx]

Jonathan you have an update on the new block stop?

[@BradsWorkbench]

Sometimes when I use past wax it leaves a sticky feeling..... did I just got get to buffing it out fast enough? I’ve always just coated it again and it usually comes smooth

[@katzmosestools]

Just need to buff a little harder probably

[@stefankiefer4884]

We use "silbergleit" . it ain't cheap but it's fantastic.

[@ssskids123]

Fwiw, this happens to me when I leave too much wax on surface. I.e. you don’t need a thick layer.

[@AXLHillier]

It's nice to see Jimmy Kimmel branching out into other things....

[@timblack33]

Lol I thought I was the only one that thought that. I swear some days he looks like Kimmel and in the older videos it’s like Tony Stewart got into carpentry. Either way he’s damn good

[@spicemasterii6775]

I thought I was alone in thinking that

[@cek347]

Even the voice!

[@sawdustwoodchips]

jonathan, what was the white powder you used after the H2O and vinegar? You made the sawstop alignment look easy - took me a whole morning - those bolts are a pain.

[@katzmosestools]

Baking soda to neutralize the vinegar. Thanks bud

[@joshuabeckom7556]

Curious if anyone bothers with blade parallelism @ 45 and shimming the table, or just leave it at 90 and rely on jigs as necessary?

[@45mattress]

Bandsaw please. Just bought a powermatic and am having trouble with tracking straight.

[@dixon4184]

I didn't know Jimmy Kimmel had a woodworking brother

[@JkCanvas]

What was the purpose of using baking soda around the throat plate before applying the paste wax. I have a SawStop and will verify my alignment.

[@katzmosestools]

Neutralize the vinegar

[@JkCanvas]

@@katzmosestools I was thinking that but though maybe it was the glue and sawdust trick to fill gaps. baking soda then paste wax to fill the gap in the throat plate. =)

[@matthewprince6157]

I don't know why I never thought to use vinegar for rust spots! thanks for that! Is there a special kind of paste wax you use for the top or will any work? I've got some rust spots on mine, granted it's just a little job site saw but it's still mine and it's what I've got. But I really want to get those gone.

[@katzmosestools]

Links in pinned comment. Cheers bud

[@matthewprince6157]

@@katzmosestools You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar!

[@luigislayz643]

your vedios are amazing and i am just wondering what the intro song is on the mobile phone desk stay amazing

[@katzmosestools]

I can't remember what it was called but I am 100% sure someone in the comments asked and I knew the answer then. Cheers and thanks bud!

[@luigislayz643]

@@katzmosestools thankyou brother just found it and have a good day

[@peterhkoller]

Hi Jonathan, I am embarrassed to tell you what happened. I bought a brand new Laguna Fusion 2, it arrived in February 2022, the other day on a Friday afternoon finishing work I blew the table saw clean with my compressor, on Monday morning the table saw was complete pitted, there must have been condensation (water) in the compressor and I did not release this. The question how can I repair the table saw. I am so upset....... ANYONE PLEASE HELP!!

[@chipsterb4946]

What if your table is aluminum instead of steel? Obviously sanding is out of the question, but wax?

[@katzmosestools]

To be honest I'm not sure. Aluminum wont rust so maybe its not needed but I've never had a tool that didn't benefit from waxing

[@marquisbois990]

Fed up of seeing SawStop on KZbin. I want one but they won’t sell to Europe!

[@donniebrunswick4356]

Easy fix. Move to USA brother! We love woodworkers!

[@enzprintco.8625]

Oh man that test indicator is $60 now :( Hopefully the less expensive Amazon one is decent :)

[@williamsimpson2083]

Personally I dont see the point of a saw stop. When I run my fingers into the blade it lets them know who's boss

[@andyboybennett]

Then you'll have the stumps to remind you who's boss for the rest of your lire! Yeah. Nice idea!