Resaw

[SteveF]

i need to resaw some 8 x8 slabs
I have been informed that the bandsaw is the way to go

how do i support these to get thru saw please?
should i roller either side and raise off of saw table ?

8 foot long
can only just lift them
this is my weekend project and i am trying to plan ahead
s

Steve

 

[marcros]

at least one roller each end, and a couple of people to lift it on/guide it through. dont raise it off the saw table- set the rollers to the saw table height, and ideally wax the table. I would like to have it fully supported before the end is at the blade, through the cut and after the cut. that way you can concentrate on guiding it. In reality, I suspect you would have a mate supporting the end prior to cutting, and then catching the pieces at the end of the cut.

joking aside, a handsaw might not be such a stupid suggestion, depending how many you have to do. At least the timber remains stationary and you do the moving. i will be a steady job but if you are struggling for help it is an option. The trouble is that unless you have a rip saw, you wont be able to get a cheap hardpoint one. If I was doing this, i would probably run a curcular saw down as deep as it will go, and use this to guide the handsaw.

do you have any other options- chainsaw? A bandsaw may be the tool for the job, but I wouldnt look forward to the lifting 8x8 slabs. if i was nearer i would come and give you a hand, or put it through mine.

 

[SteveF]

i keep heading back to circular saw \ hand saw option

thankyou for offer

I have a chain saw but such a waste

i reckon circular 2" either side, 4" left with handsaw

Steve

 

[Zeddedhed]

i keep heading back to circular saw \ hand saw option

thankyou for offer

I have a chain saw but such a waste

i reckon circular 2" either side, 4" left with handsaw

Steve

You could try this but use a recip saw instead of a handsaw. I know they can be a bit jumpy, but if you've got it started in the kerf from the circular saw it should be OK

 

[marcros]

i did some sleepers that way (circular saw). They were horrible, hard things (took the carbide tips off the saw blade!), and only for the garden, so a wedge helped a bit. On nicer timber, it would have been quicker.

re wastage, i wouldnt worry too much, unless it makes or breaks the project. I cant remember what you were making, but if you lose half an inch where the chain goes, will it make any difference? 3 1/2" x 3 1/2" is still going to be structurally way over what is needed, still looks chunky, still weighs a lot, so for furniture/workbench will do the job comfortably, depending on your requirements. at least come saturday after elevenses, you are onto the next bit of the project rather than resenting having to go and cut another one of those bl00dy slabs up!

 

[SteveF]

some are for legs for lathe bench
others are for a workbench

I think legs 3 1\2 will be fine
lathe bench top will stay 8 x8....simples

workbench will be 3 lots of 8 x 3 1\2 to give a decent depth and 24" wide
timber is sycamore or maple so should cut ok

Steve

 

[blackrodd]

What about selling the timber and buy the benches or timber to make them? Rodders

 

[SteveF]

the timber i have is dry and stable

i not sure i could find a buyer and i want to get on
i did think about using it for the open fire

i think it will only take 30 mins to an hour to cut each one by hand
and another week to hand plane it
i admit that some nice par beech would be nice

Steve

i also prefer to work from rough...personal gratification

 

[lanemaux]

Once again my answer might seem pretty daft. Is your bandsaw on casters or mobile base available? If so , I would present the tool to the wood rather than the wood to the tool. Set up you timber on supports (saw horse type arrangements ) with 3 points of support. Roll your bandsaw through the wood adjusting support positions as you reach them. With good casters and a smooth floor , also great care guiding your saw , it should work.

 

[SteveF]

wheeling a bandsaw is a bit more than i could manage..it weighs more than the timber

i am going to go with circular \ hand saw

Steve

 

[WillRiseley]

I'm guessing you have the capacity to cut it on your bandsaw? If you want a hand I'm only in Sheppey and can come lend a hand to guide it through if you need or can offer up my 12" deep cutting bandsaw if needs be

 

[SteveF]

that is a nice offer
i do have the capacity on bs
i just think the handsaw option is still the way to go..safety wise

Steve

 

[Tony Spear]

the timber i have is dry and stable

i think it will only take 30 mins to an hour to cut each one by hand
and another week to hand plane it
Steve

And another week before you can straighten your fingers and rotate your wrist!

DAMHIKT!