munzieb Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 I did it. I got tired of those useless vent holes on the deck of my EX-16 and decided to do something about it. I was pretty frustrated with the vacuum system and after about 2 hours of use, removed it. Small pieces kept getting hung up. I thought for a while about how I could fill in those holes and finally came up with using 5 minute, 2 part epoxy. I taped off the lower section to hold it in place and mixed up a batch and applied a layer slightly thicker into and over the holes. Since it dries to a hard rubber like consistency, I was able to use a straight razor to shave off the excess. Applied a 2nd coat because it tends to well a little in the holes and trim again. What a difference! It is a whole lot smoother! In a previous posting, I mentioned that I had swapped the lower blade tightening screw from the right to left side. That also made a difference in that I can use both hands tightening the blade and tensioning. I did have to reposition the motor to square up the blade. Looking for my next tweak. jollyred and Phantom Scroller 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill WIlson Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 I've often wondered if anyone had successfully filled those holes in the EX. I wasn't impressed with the dust collection system either. I removed the hose connector and the plastic film shortly after getting the saw. Since I removed the plastic film, I haven't had too much trouble with the holes, but I'll be keeping your solution in the back of my mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montserrat Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 I have been using a shopvac successfully and quite happily attached. I keep a piece of toothpick in there to keep the plastic from "sticking" to the bottom of the deck. Even re-glued the plastic with duct tape after it came loose. It makes a lot of difference in the amount of sawdust in the air that I see floating in the light of my lamp. amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangeman Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 10 hours ago, munzieb said: I did it. I got tired of those useless vent holes on the deck of my EX-16 and decided to do something about it. I was pretty frustrated with the vacuum system and after about 2 hours of use, removed it. Small pieces kept getting hung up. I thought for a while about how I could fill in those holes and finally came up with using 5 minute, 2 part epoxy. I taped off the lower section to hold it in place and mixed up a batch and applied a layer slightly thicker into and over the holes. Since it dries to a hard rubber like consistency, I was able to use a straight razor to shave off the excess. Applied a 2nd coat because it tends to well a little in the holes and trim again. What a difference! It is a whole lot smoother! In a previous posting, I mentioned that I had swapped the lower blade tightening screw from the right to left side. That also made a difference in that I can use both hands tightening the blade and tensioning. I did have to reposition the motor to square up the blade. Looking for my next tweak. The new Seyco saw has holes too. bb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldhudson Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 I know a lot of owners find fault with the EX dc system and I'm a proponent that if something doesn't work for you - change it. Good job. Me I like the dc system just fine. amazingkevin and Montserrat 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye10 Posted May 16, 2017 Report Share Posted May 16, 2017 I see we have mixed opinions about the EX's dust collection. I am on the don't like it side and took it off soon after getting my saw. It was also to loud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted May 17, 2017 Report Share Posted May 17, 2017 On 5/15/2017 at 8:05 AM, munzieb said: I did it. I got tired of those useless vent holes on the deck of my EX-16 and decided to do something about it. I was pretty frustrated with the vacuum system and after about 2 hours of use, removed it. Small pieces kept getting hung up. I thought for a while about how I could fill in those holes and finally came up with using 5 minute, 2 part epoxy. I taped off the lower section to hold it in place and mixed up a batch and applied a layer slightly thicker into and over the holes. Since it dries to a hard rubber like consistency, I was able to use a straight razor to shave off the excess. Applied a 2nd coat because it tends to well a little in the holes and trim again. What a difference! It is a whole lot smoother! In a previous posting, I mentioned that I had swapped the lower blade tightening screw from the right to left side. That also made a difference in that I can use both hands tightening the blade and tensioning. I did have to reposition the motor to square up the blade. Looking for my next tweak. glad you found a solution! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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