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Started by Scammell, May 01, 2016, 07:41:01 PM

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Scammell

May 01, 2016, 07:41:01 PM
Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions on sawing drier then normal logs?
Eric Scammell

dustyhat

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May 01, 2016, 08:10:11 PM
There will probly be alot of answers , but my first thing for me is grab the 4 degree blades.

Knute

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May 01, 2016, 08:41:47 PM
I would say maybe use a little more lube if you are sawing dry hardwoods.

Magicman

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May 01, 2016, 08:47:48 PM
Lube is a "catch 22".  With dry logs, the water can swell the dry sawdust and could cause blade friction within the kerf. 
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May 01, 2016, 10:28:29 PM
   What kind of logs are they - hardwood or softwood?
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