"Phisherman" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> That's similar to mine and it works great. Made a crank from pallet
> wood and did not permanently modify the Delta drill press in any way.
> Wasn't about to spend $140 on a quick release.
Any chance of you posting a picture of your adaptation?
On Sun, 13 Apr 2008 07:18:03 -0400, Gerald Ross <[email protected]>
wrote:
>Phil H wrote:
>> I have a 1940 Delta 14" which has been restored and works like a
>> dream. Any comments on the Carter quick release addon?
>> Using the saw a lot it seems like a good idea or is it one of those
>> nice to haves?
>> Thanks
>>
>Can't comment on the Carter quick release because I'm too cheap.
>Instead, I replaced the knob and rod with a piece of all thread rod
>and put a crank on the top instead of a knob. Three turns and it is
>tight, or vice versa.
That's similar to mine and it works great. Made a crank from pallet
wood and did not permanently modify the Delta drill press in any way.
Wasn't about to spend $140 on a quick release.
On Apr 13, 8:50 am, Phil H <[email protected]> wrote:
> Thanks for the replies. Will go the make my own crank route.
>
> ******
>
> Phil
I didn't see this amidst all the spam, and I'll admit that given my
druthers I'd go with a handmade version.
However, I have a to-do list that's a few miles long and last year I
unexpectedly came into a sum of money that got my bills paid up, some
to save, and some splurge money left over. So I bought a Carter quick
release.
It was fairly easy to install although I did have to do some drilling
and finagling. Once done it did exactly what it was supposed to, and
having that big red handle sticking up like a flag is an easy way to
reassure myself that I remembered to release the blade.And it makes
changing the blade easy.
I still think it's too expensive. The purchase was an unashamed
splurge. I should have bought something less of a luxury. But it is
one of the things I don't regret buying, use all the time, and it
after way over a year still feels very solid. If I want to kick myself
over spending too much money on something I don't need, I have to look
for somewhere else.
I don't have to look far, just somewhere else.
On Sun, 13 Apr 2008 08:01:11 -0500, "Upscale" <[email protected]>
wrote:
>
>"Phisherman" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>> That's similar to mine and it works great. Made a crank from pallet
>> wood and did not permanently modify the Delta drill press in any way.
>> Wasn't about to spend $140 on a quick release.
>
>Any chance of you posting a picture of your adaptation?
>
Two pics posted in ABPW
On Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:21:20 -0500, "Michael Faurot"
<[email protected]> wrote:
>For me, having a quick release is a must have. It was the first
>feature I looked for on the two bandsaws I own. When I use one of
>the saws, I want to just pull the lever to set the tension
>and then make the cuts I need to. When I'm through using the saw,
>I just push the lever the other way and I'm done. No need to remember
>how many turns it takes to put the tension on, or how many turns to
>undo it.
>From what I've seen, the Carter quick release costs about $155. If
>you don't mind the cost, I'd say go for it as it makes the process
>of adding and removing tension on the blade a simple, quick and
>painless process.
I will go the extended crank route first but your 'having used one'
comments are noted. Thanks
******
Phil
** Posted from http://www.teranews.com **
Phil H wrote:
> I have a 1940 Delta 14" which has been restored and works like a
> dream. Any comments on the Carter quick release addon?
> Using the saw a lot it seems like a good idea or is it one of those
> nice to haves?
> Thanks
>
Can't comment on the Carter quick release because I'm too cheap.
Instead, I replaced the knob and rod with a piece of all thread rod
and put a crank on the top instead of a knob. Three turns and it is
tight, or vice versa.
--
Gerald Ross
Cochran, GA
Last week I forgot how to ride a bicycle.
Phil H <[email protected]> writes:
> I have a 1940 Delta 14" which has been restored and works like a
> dream. Any comments on the Carter quick release addon?
> Using the saw a lot it seems like a good idea or is it one of those
> nice to haves?
> Thanks
Get the Iturra catalog - They have several options - including the Carter.
I have a quick-release on the Jet Deluxe - it's nice, but the Carter
might be better. My Jet version just "loosens" the blade - it does not
release it. I always loosen the tension when finished. It's qucik and easy.
"Phil H" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
>
> I have a 1940 Delta 14" which has been restored and works like a
> dream. Any comments on the Carter quick release addon?
> Using the saw a lot it seems like a good idea or is it one of those
> nice to haves?
> Thanks
>
> ******
>
> Phil
I have a version of this
http://www.highlandwoodworking.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1299
Works easily. I use four turns to relieve tension, then put four turns back
when needed.
Phil H <[email protected]> wrote:
> I have a 1940 Delta 14" which has been restored and works like a
> dream. Any comments on the Carter quick release addon?
> Using the saw a lot it seems like a good idea or is it one of those
> nice to haves?
For me, having a quick release is a must have. It was the first
feature I looked for on the two bandsaws I own. When I use one of
the saws, I want to just pull the lever to set the tension
and then make the cuts I need to. When I'm through using the saw,
I just push the lever the other way and I'm done. No need to remember
how many turns it takes to put the tension on, or how many turns to
undo it.
From what I've seen, the Carter quick release costs about $155. If
you don't mind the cost, I'd say go for it as it makes the process
of adding and removing tension on the blade a simple, quick and
painless process.
--
If you want to reply via email, change the obvious words to numbers and
remove ".invalid".
On Sun, 13 Apr 2008 09:21:16 -0700 (PDT), "[email protected]"
<[email protected]> wrote:
>
>However, I have a to-do list that's a few miles long and last year I
>unexpectedly came into a sum of money that got my bills paid up, some
>to save, and some splurge money left over.
I hate it when that happens! <G>
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On Sat, 12 Apr 2008 17:50:44 +0200, Phil H wrote:
>
>I have a 1940 Delta 14" which has been restored and works like a
>dream. Any comments on the Carter quick release addon?
>Using the saw a lot it seems like a good idea or is it one of those
>nice to haves?
>Thanks
This took a day to appear and in the meantime I posted the question
again.
Sorry about that. Will have to be more patient.
******
Phil
** Posted from http://www.teranews.com **
A knob or spinner kit will do the same for half the money
and doesn't require any mods to saw. Get a Iturra spring
and the spinner wheel and really help the saw and yourself
out.
http://www.highlandwoodworking.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1301
http://www.highlandwoodworking.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=5620
Phil H wrote:
> I have a 1940 Delta 14" which has been restored and works like a
> dream. Any comments on the Carter quick release addon?
> Using the saw a lot it seems like a good idea or is it one of those
> nice to haves?
> Thanks
>
> ******
>
> Phil
>
> ** Posted from http://www.teranews.com **