Got a hit on a decent used saw - couple questions

[Dave Cohen]

According to the owner this saw has only been used
a couple times and was purchased last year: JTAS-10XL

He's asking $1200 does that seem like a good price?

Also I have a small van with a hitch....could I safely move this thing with a motorcyle trailer? If so what precautions should I take to pad the saw to avoid breaking motor mounts etc.? I don't think these trailers have shocks built in...would hate to get it home and find out that I broke it.

Thanks

[Brad Sperr]

Hi Dave,

I'm not sure that I'm familiar with this model, but if its the one that comes with the 50in fence, table board, and router lift, it sounds like an okay deal (currently selling for ~$1800 on Amazon). If it it's just a JTAS-10 cabinet saw with a 30in fence without all of the add-ons, I'd say it's a little pricey. I've seen a few JTAS-10s with the 30in fence going for around $700-900 on Craigslist. I may expect a little more depreciation for used tools than most buyers, though.

As far as moving the saw goes, I wouldn't be too worried about using an enclosed motorcycle trailer. As long as you secure the saw from shifting around, I wouldn't think you need to pad the trunnions or other inner workings. Good luck :)

[Eric Larsen]

Also I have a small van with a hitch....could I safely move this thing with a motorcyle trailer? If so what precautions should I take to pad the saw to avoid breaking motor mounts etc.? I don't think these trailers have shocks built in...would hate to get it home and find out that I broke it.

Thanks

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[Cliff Rohrabacher]

purchased last year: JTAS-10XL

He's asking $1200 does that seem like a good price?

I'd want to know why he's selling it.




Also I have a small van with a hitch....could I safely move this thing with a motorcyle trailer? If so what precautions should I take to pad the saw to avoid breaking motor mounts etc.?


Prolly be OK so long as the trailer is rated for the 1000 'r so pounds it'll weigh.

I doubt you'll the motor break off it's mounts or anything like that. If the motor is on a pivot mount you might want to tie it up. But I'm pretty sure the Jet Cab saw motors are a hard mount like Delta or Griz.


You could let a little air from the tires is you wanted a softer ride - and go slower.

[George Robin]

Just a reminder for the trailer........be sure you have 60% of the weight in front of the trailer axle. If not, especially with a small trailer, you could end up in the ditch.

HTH
George

[Jim Becker]

I sold my circa 2000 Jet JTS-10XL (50" fence and a few extras like the HTC mobile base) for more than $1100 early this year in excellent condition. The trailer should be fine, but do balance it as mentioned by the previous poster.

[Craig Kershaw]

Consider using a Uhaul trailer. I used one to pick up a jointer from Grizzly in Muncy. A Uhaul trailer costs less than $20 per day, has tie downs, and the floor is less than two feet off the pavement.