dreamweaver
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Post by dreamweaver on Nov 22, 2008 14:02:45 GMT -5
I can get a older tile saw given to me can one be used as a trim saw? I did a search but couldn't find anything on tile saws thanks for the help Tony
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rallyrocks
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Post by rallyrocks on Nov 22, 2008 14:59:50 GMT -5
search for "work force" instead, if you can get the search function to work at all- their $90 Home Despot tile saw resides in the shop of nearly everyone on this board
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drjo
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Post by drjo on Nov 22, 2008 17:01:16 GMT -5
Yes, with the right blade.
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88pathoffroad
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Post by 88pathoffroad on Nov 22, 2008 22:28:49 GMT -5
I was donated a MK tile saw by my dad...the brushes are shot and I cannot get new ones. LAME!!!
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drjo
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Post by drjo on Nov 23, 2008 9:09:32 GMT -5
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Post by Michael John on Nov 23, 2008 17:27:19 GMT -5
Dreamweaver, yes, a tile saw can be an invaluable tool for cutting rock, but ONLY with a good blade. Also, make sure that your pump and hose are good, supplying plenty of water to keep the blade and cutting material cool.
88pathoffroad, that's a sweet saw. It's worth investing a little money in a new motor for it.
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88pathoffroad
spending too much on rocks
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Post by 88pathoffroad on Nov 24, 2008 0:52:55 GMT -5
Apparently for the MK tile saws, they used two kinds of motors, one of which is out of production. Guess which model I got? The brush caps are both broken as well, I figured some tape over the top would do about the same job...
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Post by johnjsgems on Nov 28, 2008 20:36:27 GMT -5
MK discontinues parts for out of production models but motor manufacturers don't make their own brushes. As someone else said find a motor or power tool repair shop.
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cooknet
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Post by cooknet on Feb 22, 2009 13:33:14 GMT -5
I'm currently using a Canadian Tire tile saw, i actually bought it for cutting tiles, used it once, then put it away. Then, I hear it can be used to cut rocks, so I gave it a try and it worked pretty good! Cut some "thunder eggs" in half, a pretty decent clean cut for not even being used for what it is supposed to be used for. I'm a total newbie, haven't used a "real" rock saw, so cannot compare it yet to one, but for first starting out, it is "thrilling" to know you can actually cut rock in slabs with this thing, and knowing that it ONLY gets "better" with better equipment and blades! the saw is this one, I got it on sale for $50 bucks : www.canadiantire.ca/browse/product_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374303523072&bmUID=1235327146098&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524443281687&assortment=primary&fromSearch=trueI also replaced the blade with a thinner one, works pretty good, but I still need to buy a "proper" diamond lapidairy blade for it, I'l limited to 4-1/2" blade, so it can't cut very thick material, but it at least works ok to "preform" peices that are to be cabbed, or making slabs that are to be later polished! Chris
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docharber
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Post by docharber on Feb 25, 2009 21:18:56 GMT -5
At the risk of boring thousands, I'll mention again that the Work Force saw most of us have is no longer being made. It has been replaced by a saw that is identical to the new Sears Craftsman 7" saw. The blade that came on the older model was especially good, but the one on the new saww is much less refined and vibrates much more. If you order from Work Force, you get one of tthe new lower quality blades for $30.00+ including shipping. I just bought 3 MK 225 Hot Dog blades on sale (see BikerRandy's post, Attention 10" saw ownwes, for the link) for $82 including shipping. Good blades are expensive- beware of cheap eBay blades. I've learned my lesiom. Also, be sure to let the diamond do the work- use just enough pressure to keep the rock from falling off the blade and stay in contact with the edge.. i gave gone through secveral expensive blades because I was impatient. USE LOTS OF WATER- if you aren't getting soaked, you're doing it wrong (or you can turn the saw around and let the spray fly away from you). Good luck with your saw hunt, anf you can always count on these folks to keep you out of trouble- just ASK FOR HELP.
Mark H.
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carloscinco
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Post by carloscinco on Mar 23, 2009 19:56:39 GMT -5
At the risk of sounding like a cheapskate, I'll mention that I use the replacement "Work Force" brand wet diamond saw blades I buy on ebay at 6 for $26. They each give me a good 6-7 hours of cutting and shaping. They may not be expensive but they sure do a good job of sizing and preshaping rocks for the 'ol coarse grind. What is there to beware about? Any hazards to worry about?
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Fossilman
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Post by Fossilman on Mar 24, 2009 7:22:09 GMT -5
Sounds like a plan.............
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