Smudger Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 I haven't posted anything for a while as my scrollsaw had to go in for repairs. It turns out the motor had packed in, I should be getting it back on Monday. Ninuninu, Phantom Scroller and lawson56 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 That's tough. I bet you can't wait. Scrolling is so addictive. Rob WayneMahler, Smudger and SCROLLSAW703 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCROLLSAW703 Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 yes Sir, Mr. Rob, it is VERY addictive! You don't realize how addicted to it you really are until you are unable to scroll.:( I've been at it 23 years, & between health problems, mechanical issues w/my saws, moving to a new shop, things like that, the addiction really kicks in. It beats drugs, alcohol, & few other things a feller could get addicted to, I reckon. There's nothin' I hate worse than a broke down machine! Especially in the middle of a project. I can usually do most of my own repairs, but on occasion, there'll be a breakdown that'll stump me. Then frustration & aggravation sets in. My bride even tells me when I'm gettin on the cranky side, I need to quit thinkin' so much & get my butt back in the shop & feed my addiction. She used to tell me the same thing when I was truckin'. I grew up in the trucking business, & drove for 35 years. I spent the better part of our marriage on the road. She has put up with a lot over the years. She is a true Truckdrivers Queen! I've found, over the years, & owning five scroll saws, it pays to keep a few parts on hand. Out here in the middle of nowhere NW Kansas, it's by far cheaper, & less headaches, to keep the important parts around. I'm yet to burn up a motor, but things like power switches, vs switches, blade holders, tension rod pieces & the like around for those "just in case" moments. Glad to hear you're gettin' your saw back soon!! keep makin' sawdust!! Enjoy the day! Smudger and bobscroll 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 I hope it gets back to you soon Andrew...My saw ha a minor issue and was down only 5 days and that was too long for me! Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Scroller Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Nothing worse, you must have worked it to hard. Still it gives you a chance to clean the shop I suppose. Roly Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meflick Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Glad to hear your saw will be back and you back at it soon. Look forward to seeing what you do with it. Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 We hope it get back to you soon also, you have really been cranky lately!! You have been missed. Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobscroll Posted September 16, 2016 Report Share Posted September 16, 2016 Good to hear from you Andrew, Sorry your having troubles with your saw! Catch you later, Bob Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted September 17, 2016 Report Share Posted September 17, 2016 Andrew andrew ,Your one iof the best.,back up back up back up.I've 7 dw788 and they all nee regreaseing,No time for that ,that's why i have 7,at $250.or less i get them on craigs list .Looks like i need to start thinking about regreaseing I'm on the last working one. I haven't posted anything for a while as my scrollsaw had to go in for repairs. It turns out the motor had packed in, I should be getting it back on Monday. Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneMahler Posted September 17, 2016 Report Share Posted September 17, 2016 Sorry to hear you had an issue. I have a back up saw for these occasions. The addiction is real and no cure in sight :) Smudger and SCROLLSAW703 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ActionJack Posted September 17, 2016 Report Share Posted September 17, 2016 The last two days I've been staining my cedar fence. Couldn't help thinking as I was staining some of the boards how good they would look as part of an intarsia or scroll project. Between work and getting projects around the house I've been burning the candle at both ends. I can't wait for things to slow down so I can get back at the saw. Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawson56 Posted September 17, 2016 Report Share Posted September 17, 2016 I know just how ya feel.Mine was down for a few days,Though I found other things to do.I was so happy to get my Saw back. Looking forward to seeing your work. Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ike Posted September 17, 2016 Report Share Posted September 17, 2016 a couple of years ago mine broke down for 3 weeks i was without a saw, I now have a DW 788 type 1 back up. ( a DW 788 type 1 at a cost of $150) my first saw is still running with out missing a stroke. IKE Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted September 19, 2016 Report Share Posted September 19, 2016 Have you cleaned up it's home, waiting for it's return? Hope it does arrive when you want it to Andrew. Marg Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky2 Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 My saws not down, I am, I haven't been able to scroll since I had cataract surgery last Oct. And I don't know when I'll be able to saw again, I'm waiting on an appointment to see the Dr. to see what he can do for me. So, I feel your pain, and hope it doesn't go on as long as mine has been going. There's all kinds of things I want to cut, the stack just keeps getting bigger and bigger. Hopefully, the Doc can do something for me. Len Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Monk Posted September 20, 2016 Report Share Posted September 20, 2016 Do you have the shakes? dave Smudger 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smudger Posted September 28, 2016 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2016 Thanks guys. Finally got my saw back on Monday and when I finally got some time I went out to do some work and all was fine for about five minutes, then it started playing up again so I contacted the company again and the good people at Axminster are going to send me a replacement for it today. Hopefully this one will be problem free. bobscroll 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye10 Posted September 28, 2016 Report Share Posted September 28, 2016 Axminster!!! They sound like a great company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smudger Posted October 22, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2016 Axminster!!! They sound like a great company. I have never had a problem with them, that have always been very helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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