DRD-Pers
4.The blade that comes with the Ridgid looked OK, but we opted to use our
5.If we have any fault with the saw … or really with the accessories, like most saws in this category the mitre gauges are only OK. If you want or need good cross cutting with your table saw a sled or one of the aftermarket mitre gauges would be a good choice.
6.Unknown:
1.Some the high points of this saw are its quiet (relative to others) low vibration cutting ability, well thought out adjustment controls, ease of moving it around the shop with it's lift system (this is the best out there),
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1.The 3650 is a contractor saw. Contractor saws tend to offer alot of saw for the money, but tend to be more problematic with dust collection, take up more space b/c of the outboard motor, and can tend to be more difficult to align that cabinet saw. In Ridgid's case, they've offered a solution to the difficult alignment. Contractor saws also typically have a splayed leg base that spans a larger footprint than a cabinet saw. Then there's also weight differences...the 3650 weighs ~ 285#, which isn't bad, but the other two saws weigh 425# and 360# which offer incredible stability that no contractor saw can. My biggest beef with the 3650 is the aluminum fence and plastic handle. The fence functions well, but I much prefer the strength of a steel rails and fence in the long haul. The built in Herculift is a great feature. There's a blade, but not one I'd want to use as a primary. The miter gauge is pretty generic, and is a good candidate to upgrade. The blade guard is pretty easy to remove and install, as is the Sear's...not sure about the Griz.
8.Reviews at the Home Depot product page:
1.http://www.homedepot.com/prel80/HDUS/EN_US/diy_main/pg_diy.jsp?CNTTYPE=PROD_META&CNTKEY= misc%2fsearchResults.jsp&BV_SessionID=@@@@0827823167.1175100825@@@@&BV_EngineID=ccefad dkidkeelecgelceffdfgidgki.0&MID=9876
2.[very positive reviews]
9.http://www.forums.woodnet.net/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=&Number=1620052&page=0&view=collapsed&sb=5&o
=&fpart=5&vc=1
1.I think the arbor problem was just with a bad run that got through and is no longer a problem.
10.http://www.woodworking.com/search.cfm - searched for ts3650
1.http://www.woodworking.com/dcforum//DCForumID5/6109.html
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12.http://www.woodworkweb.com/woodwork/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&p=1058
13.http://www.woodworking.com/dcforum/dcboard.pl?az=read_count&om=5730&forum=DCForumID9
14.http://www.woodworking.com/dcforum/dcboard.pl?az=read_count&om=5730&forum=DCForumID9
1.You can also go to americanwoodworker.com and they have a link to reviews of lots of tools, including the table saws mentioned.
2.Craftsman 22124
1.http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&pid=00922124000&cat=Bench+Power+Tools&subcat= Table+Saws&vertical=TOOL&ihtoken=1
1.1100
2.880 through March 31st.
3.Sales can really knock down the price
2.Research:
1.Review: http://www.epinions.com/content_185868979844
2.http://www.woodworking.com/dcforum/dcboard.pl?az=read_count&om=5146&forum=DCForumID5
1.This particular Craftsman is made by Orion...a group of former Delta employees. I was often one of those knocking Craftsman products when deserved, but you really need to evaluate each one independently...this one is not only a gem IMO, it's head of the class and set some new standards.
2.This saw addresses some of the biggest problems with contractor saws like DC, blade alignment, and floor space.
3.Those cabinet mounted trunnions can be aligned in minutes...you align the table to the blade, not the trunnions to the table. It also weighs 425#...a full 125# more than a good contractor saw, which makes it incredibly stable.
4.Workbench rated the 22124 first over the Jet SS, DW746, and a version of the GI w/aluminum fence.
5.One exception: The blade guard did not make me happy. When I complained about it, they (Orion) sent me a new one, but it wasn't any better.
3.http://www.epinions.com/content_184778395268
1.As previously stated, the Leitz blade is very good. It cuts nearly as well as my beloved Forrest WWII....it won't hold up to as many sharpenings because the teeth are smaller, but for a stock blade it's excellent... most are junk.
2.But a 20% off sale, combined with a $100 Craftsman Club member discount, plus a 10% internet coupon, and free delivery brought a $949 machine to $594 with delivery (plus a little something for the governor).
3.After 8 months of moderately heavy use, I'm still very pleased with the saw...probably more so than when it was new. I've experienced no problems, I've adjusted to the cheaper handwheels and the heavier fence, and have come to really appreciate the leg kick "off" paddle that allows my full attention to remain on the workpiece.
3.DeWalt DW746X
1.http://www.dewalt.com/us/products/tool_detail.asp?productID=253
2.Pricing:
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1.1100 and free shipping
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1.1321 and store
3.Accessories:
1. 52" Precision Fence Rail System - DW7464
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