I have the 3 HP cabinet model, likely for 6-8 years without checking. I love the saw - except the dust collection design. I have a Delta 50-760 with 4" PVC duct. I get a little dust collection from the over-blade device. However, it seem the below-blade chute continually plugs. I don't get much suction from the lower collection. I'm contemplating improvement options. One consideration is replacing the above-blade hose and piping and route it directly to my PVC pipe rather that it being routed down to the lower output. I've also considered just closing the lower collection system since it's useless and relying on an improved above-blade system.

What are other SS users doing; what am I missing? As good as the saw is, I'm disappointed in the dust collection system.

I'd appreciate any comments and suggestions.

Thanks in advance.