John W Henderson
11-29-2010, 5:00 PM
Hi,
I just bought a Delta/Rockwell 34-335 on Craigslist for $50. It was a gamble as the tilt/height adjustments were frozen from lack of use/rust, but upon disassembly/cleaning/lube, nearly everything is working fantastically. This was my dad's Christmas present for me and I'm proud of my used tool hunting as this seems to be unbelievably better than what would have been in the price range in stores today!
I've seen others with older Delta/Rockwells and wanted to ask for some help. Specifically:
1) The only thing I have not been able to remove is the arbor pulley/bearing assembly. I wanted to grease the actual arbor bearings as well as the motor output shaft bearings but don't know how to get the pulley and belt off. Is it just press fit? Threaded? If I can get it off, I can also replace the belt.
My diagram is here: http://www.toolpartsdirect.com/cgi-bin/schematic.cgi/delta/34-335_TYPE_1/
This is a different model but the schematics look the same (this one is easier to read): http://www.ereplacementparts.com/delta-34300-type-1034-table-saw-parts-c-3275_3334_12768.html
How do I remove 126 from 176?
It's currently running just fine... should I just leave it alone? I ask because I really can't tell what I'm dealing with. The back end (motor side, not blade side) of the arbor shaft looks like it might have a thin metal cap, perhaps to cover the bearings and allow for grease. One the other hand... it might be solid. What I *don't* want to do is press on that and damage the bearings or prevent their moving.
2) The motor bogs down. It still cuts, but I've been surprised at how much it seems to lag when making even light cuts. I've used my circular saw on the same circuit and both are 13 amp motors so I don't think it's my garage power (15a). I did notice that turning off my electric heater helped but the issue is still present.
Suggestions for this? Does anyone ever replace the motor? The housing is pretty unique and I'm not sure if the motor alone can be replaced while leaving the toothed housing (for the worm gear tilt) in place. Anyway, just thought I'd ask.
3) The blade has a slight wobble. Other types of saws seem to have "trunnion" adjustment methods but I don't recall seeing anything like this on mine. I did find this: http://woodgears.ca/saw_arbor/index.html. Is that a good method when adjustment methods are not provided?
4) Does anyone buy aftermarket fences for these? Mine is okay, but it seems a little "goofy." It's got two tightening adjustments -- one for the far side that cinches up this little hook device on the bar and one bigger knob for tightening up the operator side. This does not guarantee a parallel fence. I've been making due by measuring where I want it, then using a quick square to check the angle to the table edge and then slowly tightening the back and then the front while making sure things stay put. I'd be open to replacing the fence with something more effective/reliable, though the current one is working for me.
Thanks for any help. I have tried many many avenues to get some help with this saw but it's been extremely difficult. This seems to be a pretty healthy forum and I'm hoping someone with more experience can provide some input.
John
I just bought a Delta/Rockwell 34-335 on Craigslist for $50. It was a gamble as the tilt/height adjustments were frozen from lack of use/rust, but upon disassembly/cleaning/lube, nearly everything is working fantastically. This was my dad's Christmas present for me and I'm proud of my used tool hunting as this seems to be unbelievably better than what would have been in the price range in stores today!
I've seen others with older Delta/Rockwells and wanted to ask for some help. Specifically:
1) The only thing I have not been able to remove is the arbor pulley/bearing assembly. I wanted to grease the actual arbor bearings as well as the motor output shaft bearings but don't know how to get the pulley and belt off. Is it just press fit? Threaded? If I can get it off, I can also replace the belt.
My diagram is here: http://www.toolpartsdirect.com/cgi-bin/schematic.cgi/delta/34-335_TYPE_1/
This is a different model but the schematics look the same (this one is easier to read): http://www.ereplacementparts.com/delta-34300-type-1034-table-saw-parts-c-3275_3334_12768.html
How do I remove 126 from 176?
It's currently running just fine... should I just leave it alone? I ask because I really can't tell what I'm dealing with. The back end (motor side, not blade side) of the arbor shaft looks like it might have a thin metal cap, perhaps to cover the bearings and allow for grease. One the other hand... it might be solid. What I *don't* want to do is press on that and damage the bearings or prevent their moving.
2) The motor bogs down. It still cuts, but I've been surprised at how much it seems to lag when making even light cuts. I've used my circular saw on the same circuit and both are 13 amp motors so I don't think it's my garage power (15a). I did notice that turning off my electric heater helped but the issue is still present.
Suggestions for this? Does anyone ever replace the motor? The housing is pretty unique and I'm not sure if the motor alone can be replaced while leaving the toothed housing (for the worm gear tilt) in place. Anyway, just thought I'd ask.
3) The blade has a slight wobble. Other types of saws seem to have "trunnion" adjustment methods but I don't recall seeing anything like this on mine. I did find this: http://woodgears.ca/saw_arbor/index.html. Is that a good method when adjustment methods are not provided?
4) Does anyone buy aftermarket fences for these? Mine is okay, but it seems a little "goofy." It's got two tightening adjustments -- one for the far side that cinches up this little hook device on the bar and one bigger knob for tightening up the operator side. This does not guarantee a parallel fence. I've been making due by measuring where I want it, then using a quick square to check the angle to the table edge and then slowly tightening the back and then the front while making sure things stay put. I'd be open to replacing the fence with something more effective/reliable, though the current one is working for me.
Thanks for any help. I have tried many many avenues to get some help with this saw but it's been extremely difficult. This seems to be a pretty healthy forum and I'm hoping someone with more experience can provide some input.
John