Johnson Model B Band Saw Rebuild.

[brino]

That looks fantastic; like it was new! I like the colour too.
Nice job!

My power hacksaw came with several layers of mesh screen on the coolant return trough to the reservoir....heavy stuff at the back (say 1/4" gap) for support then progressively finer mesh up front. However, I am currently feeding cutting oil manually and have not really used that set up.

-brino

 

[kvt]

Thanks, Right now I just us cutting fluid and dab on as I need it. But if I start cutting much may want a different way so I do not have to attend it while cutting.
Hey now a have a good way to cut up the axle that I wanted to make a part from.

 

[4GSR]

I've had two different bandsaws in my past. And each one has always run dry. Just make sure not run the blade too fast and you'll be fine. If you feel a need to need coolant, run a spray mister on the blade.

Man you did a nice job restoring the old band saw. Want to sell it back to me? Just kidding!

 

[kvt]

Thanks, It is not finished yet, Still working and looking to treadmill motor it, have figured some out, but not everything. WIll keep people advised.
even if I do not put a coolant pump etc, I need to put a chip tray in of some sort, and put some wheels back onit. The swarf is hitting the ground and going everywhere, and the thing is heavy so I need a way to move it around.

 

[4GSR]

Yeah, that thing just didn't look so sturdy with three wheels under it. To me, it was an accident waiting to happen.
Put four wheels under it if you can.

 

[Jaytee]

I'm rebuilding the same bandsaw. Where did you find the replacement gears

 

[Choiliefan]

Here's mine that's been tarped a couple years. Will need tlc before I can use it again. Terrific saws when in fine fettle.