Sabre52
Cave Dweller
Me and my gal, Rosie
Member since August 2005
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Post by Sabre52 on Apr 7, 2011 15:15:25 GMT -5
*L* Curt: I may bet the BD 14 yet but I think I can make do with the ten if it functions well'
Well, for ten bucks in gas, $20 for pipe and valves and a couple hours running around this small town looking for crap, I think I have the supplies to do Covington's job for them and make this saw easier to clean.....Mel
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Sabre52
Cave Dweller
Me and my gal, Rosie
Member since August 2005
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Post by Sabre52 on Apr 7, 2011 16:19:29 GMT -5
Fran: Did you get the weird plexi cover with only half sides and the big gaps opposite the blade rock contact area? If so, does it spatter all over and will I need to glue a cover over those gaps?.....Mel
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Post by parfive on Apr 7, 2011 17:12:13 GMT -5
You must be one o’ them guys that actually asks for directions when he’s drivin’, Mel. And reads the instructions before pluggin’ in a new toy. Now cut the crap and man up, huh! Just clamp a friggin’ rock in that puppy and cut the damn thing!! ;D .
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Sabre52
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Me and my gal, Rosie
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Post by Sabre52 on Apr 7, 2011 17:26:48 GMT -5
*L* Rich, John says next I have to take the cover of all the pulleys and check to see if all the screws and such are tight. Apparently there's been problems with such stuff lately. And yes, I do get directions and follow them too....Mel
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Digforcrystals
spending too much on rocks
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Post by Digforcrystals on Apr 7, 2011 18:57:07 GMT -5
oh yeah, you want to make sure that pulley is tight on the new machine. I ruined a good blade last week on just such a problem on a 8 month old machine. The blade quit turning when the keyway came out of the blade drive pulley. Of course, the feed vise kept moving forward into the stalled blade. Blade bent towards South Carolina. For me that is a hard right!
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bushmanbilly
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Post by bushmanbilly on Apr 8, 2011 12:40:46 GMT -5
DFC use white Loctite on your set screws. It will hold them in place and you don't have to heat to remove the screw like the blue and red require.
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Post by frane on Apr 8, 2011 15:40:22 GMT -5
Mel, I really haven't had a problem with spray. Not sure why but I don't. It does spray up the front of the Plexiglas so I am glad it is shielded there. Fran
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LarryS
freely admits to licking rocks
SoCal desert rats
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Post by LarryS on Apr 8, 2011 16:33:03 GMT -5
Covington has an excellent warranty & return policy. If you received it less than 10 days ago, return it for a full refund. Here is a quote off their site:
"If you are not completely satisfied after inspecting your purchase, return it unused within 10 days after you receive it and your purchase price will be promptly refunded. For your protection repack it well, address it to Covington Engineering Corp., 715 W. Colton Ave., Redlands, CA 92374, prepay and insure your shipment and send it to us. We WILL NOT charge you the regular 15% inspection, repacking and restocking charge."
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Sabre52
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Me and my gal, Rosie
Member since August 2005
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Post by Sabre52 on Apr 8, 2011 21:01:51 GMT -5
*L* Larry, I need the saw and plan to keep it. Their packing technique makes the unit somewhat difficult to return anyway as they pour in liquid foam styrafoam and the unit has to be broken free of the material after you cut away the box. Would be very difficult to repack the unit. I know some of my comments might seem negative but this is only my second new saw and I feel it's important to point out issues that may exist so others make make an informed choice if they choose to buy this unit. I like to read product reviews and try to be as honest as possible when I post any such evaluations.....Mel
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LarryS
freely admits to licking rocks
SoCal desert rats
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Post by LarryS on Apr 8, 2011 22:06:15 GMT -5
Mel, ditto on their packaging. I searched for reviews on a few forums before I made my decision on a 10". I too wasn't all that impressed from a top of the line manufacturer but I'm new to the hobby. Sure wished they used stainless fasteners which I'll be replacing most soon since I'll be using water. I still don't understand the 2 compartment reservoir. When you take it apart, you'll see what I'm talking about. Why did they mount the valve toward the top of the reservoir? Shouldn't it be toward the bottom so you can empty that one out into the saw chamber? I'll be modifying that too. Will probably re-drill and tap some new holes down lower and raise the elevation of the partition wall. My biggest complaint is the constant attention I had to use in controlling the blade side water level. I don't like using my brain during the weekends and need the rest! It seemed like I had to open that valve every 5 minutes. If left open too long, it was a total foam disaster and the Lube Cool foam went pouring off the table onto the floor. Glad I'm not using oil. It's a very sensitive adjustment. Oh well. I'll be doing a whole day of jasper slabbing tomorrow so I can get my wife busy with her new cabbing machines & wire wrapping. This very expensive and time consuming hobby was all started thanks to you guys! All we wanted to do is polish a few rocks with a hand-me-down tumbler and after reading most of the posts on this forum, we now have a spare bedroom full of lapidary equipment! WE'RE HOOKED!
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