Recent content by GAG

In the end I did what I should have done at the start. - I took it into P.E.T. Hire Centre in Crewe The guys there were great and established that the problem was a sheared bolt where the lower wheel shaft attaches to the body of the saw. On start-up this resulted in a small amount of movement...

Clarke suggested Brammer Limited. I have located a branch within a reasonable distance and, when I get the chance, I will take the remains of the old belt in to see what they can offer

Excellent chaps. Using the string the belt length measures 500mm The belt width is 15mm and the distance between ridges on the old belt is 3mm. This information is probably all I need to get a replacement. When and if I get one I will post the details on the forum because I am sure that will be...

Hi Steve The only problem is that, when the belt broke, I think I lost a bit so I am unsure of the required length for a replacement. G

Even though there are a lot of the Clarke 12in bandsaws about and in use, Clarke International have decided that they will no longer carry spare timing/drive belts fo their Model CB12WV 12in Bandsaw. The original Clarke part number was HT301204 Can anyone suggest the precise specification for a...

I have a Metabo BAS317 Precision band saw which I bought second hand a few months ago. The saw was in excellent condition and, initially, performed well. Recently I used the saw to cut a load of oak and whilst I do not know if cutting the hard oak had any effect, I have had a problem with it...