Delta bandsaw

[supton]

On a lark I picked up this older Delta Rockwell bandsaw. Model 28-113, with 10" wheels, I think 1971 or 1972 vintage. It looks like it needs a thrust bearing 1231546 and the guide blocks, as it's blowing all sorts of sparks in that region at the moment. Is there a recommended place to get parts for this? I'm guessing it's worth putting a couple parts onto.

Don't see it real well but there are grooves worn into the blocks... although now that I'm typing the fix is obvious: flip them around! duh. Anyhow, you can see the roller bearing is heavily worn, and it does not spin smoothly.

 

[Urshurak776]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2645738099...MIpces_PW0-AIVbiCtBh0rRQEfEAQYAiABEgLh6PD_BwE

A friend of mine uses these. Nice find on the saw!

Olson also makes tires for that model. I would do that also. Should have a nice running saw once set up.

 

[supton]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2645738099...MIpces_PW0-AIVbiCtBh0rRQEfEAQYAiABEgLh6PD_BwE

A friend of mine uses these. Nice find on the saw!

Olson also makes tires for that model. I would do that also. Should have a nice running saw once set up.

Thanks! will look into getting that. That vendor does have the bearing i need, did not find that earlier. Bit spendy at $60 for two bearings but overall not too bad (got the saw plus several bands for $50).

 

[BISCUT]

Unlike lifetime fluids, chances are that saw will last you and your kids lifetime if you can get the parts.

 

[supton]

Unlike lifetime fluids, chances are that saw will last you and your kids lifetime if you can get the parts.

I figured it had to be quality, on the basis of zero safety equipment around that belt drive.

 

[PimTac]

That looks like a dandy band saw you got there.

 

[samven]

Those are real quality saws. You might want to look at the belts that go around the drive wheels the blade runs on and make sure they still have a bit of a crown on them and remember to take the tension off the blade if its going to sit or it will flat spot the belt and stretch the blade. The cool blocks are great and run smoother than the steel ones. My bandsaw has become the second most used piece of equip in my shop behind the grinder.

 

[JohnnyG]

I always wished I had one, but never had the room. Same with drill press.
I'm just jealous!

I'm struggling with how that back bearing is oriented. I mean, I know it's tried and true, but why would it be "face on" to the rear edge of the blade and not oriented so it would spin? Hey this is just me, I'm always reverse engineering stuff.

 

[supton]

I always wished I had one, but never had the room. Same with drill press.
I'm just jealous!

I'm struggling with how that back bearing is oriented. I mean, I know it's tried and true, but why would it be "face on" to the rear edge of the blade and not oriented so it would spin? Hey this is just me, I'm always reverse engineering stuff.

I hear you! I only got the space a couple years ago. My cheapie drill press is a short one and it gets clamped to the workbench when needed--this bandsaw was a spur of the moment buy.

I'd think the bearing would be oriented 90 degree also. I guess since the blade would be pressed into (by the material being cut) above the bearing, the backside of the blade would tend to only touch one side of the bearing, thus it would spin. Maybe it would be too hard to orient 90 degree? Beats me, but you're right, it's not how I would have designed it (at least not the first time, perhaps after doing it that way once, I could answer as to why it's done this way).

 

[Spitty]

It makes me sad that quality tools such as this are almost, or actually are Given away. Very few younger people know or have zero inclination to lean how to use them, let alone have space for one. I know of a 2hp shaper sitting in a garage know that will likely be scrap because nobody wants it.

 

[BISCUT]

I figured it had to be quality, on the basis of zero safety equipment around that belt drive.

These were machines that basic maintenance made them last generations.

Dial in blocks, tires, deflection; they are amazing machines.

I have a decent full size bandsaw from Delta about 19 years old. Solid saw but nothing like what you found.

 

[Cherrybomb]

I would check out Carter Band Saw Products for upgrades.Look on you tube for a 35 minute video by Alex Snodgrass,you will be a pro with an old saw.

 

[supton]

Parts came in today, tossed in. No more sparks. Time to go read the manual (can't find the exact one but I'm sure close enough counts) and then repair the power cord (getting frayed).

 

[Tidehawk]

Hi. I picked up a 28-113, but can't find what length blade goes on it. Seems to measure out at 73-1/2". Do you have any info on it?
(and how are you enjoying the saw, two years later?)

 

[supton]

I'd have to look later--to be honest, I've used it a few times, but not that much. I think I changed the blade, but it came with a few and I don't think I ordered one.