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Started by GARose, May 07, 2024, 11:48:31 AM

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GARose

May 07, 2024, 11:48:31 AM
I am building a sawmill using pillow block bearings for the band wheels and I notice the bearings move and throw the blade out of alignment or off the wheel.Is there a rule of thumb for aligning the bearings to help stop this? Thanks

fluidpowerpro

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May 07, 2024, 02:11:36 PM
Where are the bearings located. Both on one side of the wheel or one each side? 
Either way, typically you need a means to adjust blade tracking. This can be done with sort of a "jacking" bolt that pushes on the foot of the bearing. Once it's positioned properly, then the bolts holding the bearing torqued down tight.
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RAYAR

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May 07, 2024, 04:51:13 PM
Really need some good pics to see your set-up to better understand what needs to be done.
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