resawing large fir beams

[richard lane]

Any ideas on a blade size to resaw some old fir beams? I have a diesel WM lt40. Thanks for your ideas, Richard lane

[logwalker]

I think I would try a 7 degree blade from WM. Call them and they might send a sample out.

Joe

[Brucer]

Definitely 7 degree blades. Lots of lube (water) to keep the blade cool.

Wood-Mizer sold me a partial box of 1-1/2" x .045 x 7 degree blades so I could try them out. Not terrific in green wood, but great in old, dry, wide beams.

[richard lane]

Thanks for the information on the wm blades..I was pouring on the water and was smoking big time! Will try the 7 degree next go around. Take Care, Richard

[redbeard]

When i cut tele-poles that are Doug fir the treatment in them will make blades smoke, I thought i was burning blade up but went to change it and it was'nt even hot it was fine. I don't like to cut poles or beams with treatment in them can't be good for you.

[Magicman]

Always put some dishwashing soap in your water.  It relieves the surface tension and allows the water to actually wet the blade.  I use 2oz of Cascade per gallon.  Cascade doesn't foam up,