Carlos Navarro
03-31-2019, 1:57 PM
Hello all--
New member here. I am a total beginner at woodworking.
In the near future I would like to create swimbaits (ex. trout like patterns) as a hobby. These would be approximately 5"-13" long. Not sure what woods are used. These swimbaits typically do not sink but can be trolled with leadcore line or downriggers (getting them to sink to correct depths where fish are located).
I just purchased this Grizzly G0580 that appears to have been used quite sparingly. I believe I will need a bandsaw at some point with this hobby and other projects related to..... home ownership, RV owner, fishing boat projects, etc.
So.....I would like to make some upgrades to this saw and was hoping someone could provide assistance on what upgrades would improve cut quality, performance, reliability, and durability.
A few things I have read as far as upgrades go, have been.....blade guides, new blade, rubber tires, etc.
How adequate is the 3/4 hp motor? What woods and thicknesses can be cut without compromise to cut quality and lasting performance?
Not sure about each upgrade as to what improvements would be gained.
OEM Saw Specs:
Model: Grizzly G0580 - 14" Bandsaw
Table size: 14"x14"x1.5"
Throat capacity: 13.5"
Height Capacity: 6"
Blade Speed: 3000rpm
Standard Blade Length: 93.5"
Wheels: Fully balanced Cast Aluminum w/ rubber tires
Horsepower: 3/4
Rip Fence: Aluminum
Guide Blocks: Plastic 1/2"W x 1/2"H x 3/8"L
Amps: 9
RPM: 1725
Dust Port: 4"
Thoughts....
Thanks!
New member here. I am a total beginner at woodworking.
In the near future I would like to create swimbaits (ex. trout like patterns) as a hobby. These would be approximately 5"-13" long. Not sure what woods are used. These swimbaits typically do not sink but can be trolled with leadcore line or downriggers (getting them to sink to correct depths where fish are located).
I just purchased this Grizzly G0580 that appears to have been used quite sparingly. I believe I will need a bandsaw at some point with this hobby and other projects related to..... home ownership, RV owner, fishing boat projects, etc.
So.....I would like to make some upgrades to this saw and was hoping someone could provide assistance on what upgrades would improve cut quality, performance, reliability, and durability.
A few things I have read as far as upgrades go, have been.....blade guides, new blade, rubber tires, etc.
How adequate is the 3/4 hp motor? What woods and thicknesses can be cut without compromise to cut quality and lasting performance?
Not sure about each upgrade as to what improvements would be gained.
OEM Saw Specs:
Model: Grizzly G0580 - 14" Bandsaw
Table size: 14"x14"x1.5"
Throat capacity: 13.5"
Height Capacity: 6"
Blade Speed: 3000rpm
Standard Blade Length: 93.5"
Wheels: Fully balanced Cast Aluminum w/ rubber tires
Horsepower: 3/4
Rip Fence: Aluminum
Guide Blocks: Plastic 1/2"W x 1/2"H x 3/8"L
Amps: 9
RPM: 1725
Dust Port: 4"
Thoughts....
Thanks!