tough35 Posted May 20, 2015 Report Share Posted May 20, 2015 I have a Exc21 its about four months old I am using the same blades and wood I have always used and it suddenly started to cut different its not cutting the back of the wood as smooth and at times it seems like the blade almost gets stuck while cutting and you have to force the blade through and I have had to speed the saw up from where I usually run it any help would be appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted May 20, 2015 Report Share Posted May 20, 2015 Any chance your blade is installed upside down? The teeth should be pointing down. Phantom Scroller 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tough35 Posted May 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2015 No its been fine it just started all at once this is my third different saw and never had a problem like this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryEA Posted May 20, 2015 Report Share Posted May 20, 2015 Run it without cutting and see if the sound is odd. Actually have no idea except for what Dan suggested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 I wonder what type wood your using and blades? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multifasited Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Sounds like some thing in the drive is slipping ,torque loss ? Guessing ! Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Are you sure your blades are sharp, and that your not using a different type blade? It's strange that you aren't getting a smooth cut on the back like you state you used to, that's why I mentioned the blade. I think it's a blade problem, rather than a problem with the saw. What type, and brand of blade are you using? Are you sure that you have the proper tension on the blade? How tightly are you screwing the saw blade clamps, to the blade? Are you changing the blade often enough, and finally, what type and thickness of wood are you cutting? I would suggest that you try using another type of blade to see how it works, and make sure that you have the blade holder screws tightened up tight enough so that the blade can't slip. When the problem starts, how long have you been using that particular blade? If the blade is dull, you'll have the same type of problems. Don't go changing or tearing apart your saw, cause as I stated, I think it a blade problem, not a saw problem.. I hope this helps solve you problem, there's nothing much worse than not being able to do what you enjoy doing. Len Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tough35 Posted May 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 well I have tightened every screw and checked every bolt just to find out it is probably actually in the last bunch of wood I ordered I have always ordered from the same place without a problem but after looking close at the last bunch theres a slight bow running through the middle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 (edited) Is the blade a big box blade? I use nothing except Olson or Flying Dutchman's blades. Edited May 21, 2015 by ike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldhudson Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Does Excalibur have an 800 number to talk to a factory rep? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted May 22, 2015 Report Share Posted May 22, 2015 Tough, it would be a lot easier to try to answer your questions in a helpful manor, if you were to give more facts. Like in your last posting, you stated that you think that it is now with the different lumber your using. That's great if that's all it is, but, you never happened to mention what type of wood you were using in any of your postings. And, I don't see where you let us know what type, or, brand of blade you were using. I do know the question was asked a couple of times, but never answered. Now, don't take this the wrong way, I'm not complaining, I'm just trying to point out, that you should list as much info as possible when an issue comes up. So that we can give you, the proper information back. Len Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tough35 Posted May 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 Flying Dutchman #3 SR 1/4 wood from Ocooch but I have used the same blades and wood for years without a problem is the reason I think it may be in the saw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 Call Seyco. great people Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonacker Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 Are you covering your wood with tape before applying the pattern? This helps cutting by lubricating the blade. Try a little wax or even soap from a dry soap bar. Check to see if you are using the proper reverse type blade for the thickness of the wood. Are you cutting plywood or hardwood? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danny Posted May 27, 2015 Report Share Posted May 27, 2015 IS YOUR TABLE SQUARE TO THE BLADE? Danny :+} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multifasited Posted May 27, 2015 Report Share Posted May 27, 2015 With current info .waste of time guessing ,call seyco !more details needed . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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