ksk
having dreams about rocks
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Post by ksk on May 12, 2009 20:31:52 GMT -5
Just picked up a "sweet" TC-1. Not sure how old it is, but looks like it has very low miles.
I've been told it is the grand daddy\mommy to the Diamond-Pacific TC-10.
I am wondering if the arbor nut is standard thread (righty-tighty\lefty-loosy), or the reverse? Arbor size?
Also, the bearings are sealed. Anyone have knowledge of lifespan or replacement when needed?
Also, any other useful facts appreciated.
Please advise, thanks,
Scott 5.12
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Post by Woodyrock on May 13, 2009 1:44:43 GMT -5
Scott:
There should be some thread exposed beyond the nut, you can see if it is left, or right hand by the threads. If you are unsure about which one, compare it to a known thread. As to the sealed bearings, check for play in the shaft by trying to move it, if there is none, leave it alone. If, there is noticable play, then you should replace them. Bearings very standardized, so replacement is easy. Again, if you are unsure about what bearing you need, take the old ones into a bearings dealer, and you will be on your way in minutes with the replacements. You can do this for less money on-line by cross referencing the bearing id number, All cities have bearings dealers, even small ones. Woody
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ksk
having dreams about rocks
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Post by ksk on May 13, 2009 7:03:37 GMT -5
Thanks for the reply. This saw is a little different as the arbor sits even\above the table. The arbor nut looks more like it is a bolt (no threads protruding from center. I am assuming the center of the arbor is threaded.
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Post by johnjsgems on May 13, 2009 9:12:37 GMT -5
Almost without exception, if the nut (or bolt) is on the left side of blade looking from front it will be left hand thread. Yu can compare your saw to the Diamond Pacific on their website. They bought out many companies over the years. If the same they will carry the parts.
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ksk
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Post by ksk on May 13, 2009 12:28:21 GMT -5
The bolt on the right side of blade when looking from the front. I emailed Diamond Pacific, but no response as of yet.
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Post by johnjsgems on May 14, 2009 7:27:05 GMT -5
You would have better luck calling them at (800) 253-2954. They are a little technologically challenged. They just started taking e-mail orders and are not very good at communicating that way.
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ksk
having dreams about rocks
Member since October 2008
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Post by ksk on May 15, 2009 5:35:59 GMT -5
Another question on this saw: after a marathon cleaning session (old rock dust and oil is nasty stuff) I discovered two threaded holes on the table near the front of the blade. One on either side of the saw. I am assuming it was for some type of guide, but don't know.
Let me know if you do.
I would also be interested in a copy of the original manual and documentation if anyone has them.
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Post by johnjsgems on May 16, 2009 7:39:40 GMT -5
If you mean from front of saw it could be for a splash guard. If back of saw for blade guard. Looking at TC-10 DP it could be for mounting the power feed motor.
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