Correct way to change teeth and rings

Tripp · September 21, 2014, 08:37:48 PM

My original belsaw blade had b-9 s-j shanks. When BH payne replaced the shanks years ago they used b-9 shanks. The only difference I can see between the two is that the s-j shank has a slight bulge near the tooth. They built me a new 40 inch blade this year and it uses b-8 shanks.

Tripp

Tobaccoman · September 21, 2014, 08:53:36 PM

I got some shanks from a friend that owns a very large sawmill that is now shut down. He had boxes of several different sizes. I installed the new shanks and ran the saw a little. I'm having a little issue with the carriage drive system not wanting to stay in the neutral position. If it was a bigger mill I would just put hydraulic drive on it but this thing is very small. Any suggestions on this ? I think it is just easing forward and then the pulleys touch and the carriage takes off. Thanks for the information.

Jeff · September 22, 2014, 12:29:44 AM

Quote from: Tobaccoman on September 21, 2014, 08:53:36 PM
I'm having a little issue with the carriage drive system not wanting to stay in the neutral position. If it was a bigger mill I would just put hydraulic drive on it but this thing is very small. Any suggestions on this ? I think it is just easing forward and then the pulleys touch and the carriage takes off. Thanks for the information.

You do realize that the same people that read this topic, read the topic you already have going on the carriage creep.

thecfarm · September 22, 2014, 05:48:01 AM

Weasel stuff here too. ;D

DMcCoy · September 22, 2014, 08:25:00 AM

I remember having that problem also, now that you mention it. Big pita. If you can change the pivot point of your control level to give you more movement on the shaft that moves you can use a longer belt - giving more separation between the reversing wheels. I remember using springs to hold that lever also. Very frustrating, having your log jump into the blade while you are trying to adjust for the next cut, not to mention dangerous.
The single belt system was economical, and kept the price low. If you can scrounge the parts for a 2 belt system they are better.

bandmiller2 · September 22, 2014, 08:29:15 AM

Thought you Mainers used " ;fisher cat pith". Baccoman carriage creep is not something you want to put up with as many times you must lean over the carriage to dog and undog. Sometimes its belt length ,other times you can make some sort of detent to hold your "money stick" in just the right place. Frank C.

beenthere · September 22, 2014, 10:06:21 AM

Never heard of it as anything but "Panther P.." but weasel/fisher works too until the job calls for the big cat. ;D

Tobaccoman · September 22, 2014, 10:45:02 AM

It appears that moderator Jeffro has a problem with the questions I ask. Does anyone on here think that carriage moving all the time due to a stuck cable drum and carriage creep when running the saw are the same thing ?? This is the second time he has busted my chops over posting. If you don't see anymore post from me then I have either been kicked off or moved on. I really like this site and Thank everyone for the great advice and information. I'm new to saw milling and just trying to learn. Thanks. Jimmy

beenthere · September 22, 2014, 11:13:52 AM

Don't sell the boss short. He is very intuitive and is trying to guide you so you get the help you need, even tho you may not recognize it as being helpful.
You likely won't find as many willing to help if you try somewhere else.

Tobaccoman · September 22, 2014, 11:20:58 AM

I hope you are correct. Maybe he read my question wrong. If not then he does not need to be a moderator on this site.

beenthere · September 22, 2014, 11:24:56 AM

Jeff is the owner of this site, and the boss. And he has made this site what it is today with a lot of hard work. As I said, don't sell him short. And he knows considerable lots with his many years running a circular sawmill.
Hang in there... especially if you want to get that mill up and running. ;)

Jeff · September 22, 2014, 11:33:33 AM

After the very nasty pm I just got, there is a very slim chance that this guy is going to be using this website for much longer for anything. He best know how to take his foot out of his mouth or he can go to the library from now on for help.

beenthere · September 22, 2014, 11:36:59 AM

Gotta do what ya gotta do.

Jeff · September 22, 2014, 11:51:04 AM

I gave him a chance behind the scenes. He decided to continue to show no respect. He is now gone. I'll not be threatened or called names on my own website.

js2743 · September 22, 2014, 12:06:06 PM

8)

Dont blame you, he had his chance.

DMcCoy · September 22, 2014, 03:32:37 PM

Quote from: Jeff on September 22, 2014, 11:51:04 AM
I gave him a chance behind the scenes. He decided to continue to show no respect. He is now gone. I'll not be threatened or called names on my own website.

Wow, good on you. Great site btw.