Jpaskell Posted January 28, 2022 Report Share Posted January 28, 2022 Good morning all, I have a small dilemma in which I would like you thoughts. In September my Dewalt DW788 type1 began knocking. I reviewed the Gwinnett woodworkers YouTube videos and Bob Brokaw's videos. After opening my scroll saw, I realized I was in over my head. Buttoned it up and on October 8th sent it to Dewalt to be overhauled. They would completely rebuild it for $300.00. On about the middle of January, I asked the status and was told parts not available and not sure when they will be. While waiting, I purchased a new Delta 40-694 scroll saw. One week later my Dewalt showed up. Completely rebuilt to original factory condition. Dilemma is which one to keep and which one to sell. They both run great and vibration and sound are very very close. Sorry for the length of this note but would appreciate your thoughts. Thanks so much, Regards, Jim Paskell new2woodwrk and OCtoolguy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post dgman Posted January 28, 2022 Popular Post Report Share Posted January 28, 2022 This would not be a dilemma for me. I would keep both! For me, it’s important to have a working saw at all times. If something went wrong with my primary saw, I have a backup till I could repair it. Yes, it takes up space, but at least it’s there if I need it. barb.j.enders, John B, new2woodwrk and 8 others 10 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Guy Posted January 28, 2022 Report Share Posted January 28, 2022 Keep Both OCtoolguy, new2woodwrk and John B 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmmcrafts Posted January 28, 2022 Report Share Posted January 28, 2022 Keep the more user friendly "to you" one.. while the two are very similar.. the Delta has a device to keep the arm lifted while changing blades or threading to a new hole etc.. But that also said.. used Dewalts seem to hold a resale value better and more likely to get more money from it than the Delta even though basically the same saw.. If you have room etc.. keep both.. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roberta Moreton Posted January 28, 2022 Report Share Posted January 28, 2022 You paid $300 to get the Dewalt overhauled. If you need to recoup that money, selling it would do that. Otherwise, it don’t eat nothin’ OCtoolguy and John B 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted January 28, 2022 Report Share Posted January 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Jpaskell said: Good morning all, I have a small dilemma in which I would like you thoughts. In September my Dewalt DW788 type1 began knocking. I reviewed the Gwinnett woodworkers YouTube videos and Bob Brokaw's videos. After opening my scroll saw, I realized I was in over my head. Buttoned it up and on October 8th sent it to Dewalt to be overhauled. They would completely rebuild it for $300.00. On about the middle of January, I asked the status and was told parts not available and not sure when they will be. While waiting, I purchased a new Delta 40-694 scroll saw. One week later my Dewalt showed up. Completely rebuilt to original factory condition. Dilemma is which one to keep and which one to sell. They both run great and vibration and sound are very very close. Sorry for the length of this note but would appreciate your thoughts. Thanks so much, Regards, Jim Paskell Keep both. Nice having more than 1 saw. John B and danny 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChelCass Posted January 28, 2022 Report Share Posted January 28, 2022 I agree with everyone else, keep both machines. I have three so if one goes down I have another to use. John B and OCtoolguy 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldmansbike Posted January 28, 2022 Report Share Posted January 28, 2022 I have 2 RBI Hawks. I keep one size blade in one and another size in the other one. That way if I’m working on a project that requires both sized blades all I have to do is switch saws. OCtoolguy and John B 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 If you have the space and can afford it, I'd keep both. I have and EX21 and an old Dewalt, but would like another saw as I hate not having the right tool for the job when I need it. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blondewood Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 Can't you return the Delta? OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old sarge Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 If you aren't paying goofy high credit card interest on the Delta, keep both. One never knows what the future holds. John B and OCtoolguy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadBob Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 I would keep both. I have two and would have three if I had space for the third saw. John B and OCtoolguy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 If ya can afford it, and if ya have room for them, keep them both. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe W. Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 If you are an active scroller my thought is to keep it. If not, put one up for sale, priced for demand. For every seller there is a buyer and with the money you could reinvest in other related wood working items. my two pennies worth. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Needmore Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 Jim I have a Dewalt DW788 that needs rebuilding also, which service center did you send your to? Thanks OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRedd351 Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 Well, I am thinking - the best thing to do is just send me the Delta and I will cover shipping...This is just causing too much mental turmoil for you and you need a saw gone.... Dave Monk, John B and OCtoolguy 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAC1961 Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 Like others have said, if the cost and floor space isn't a concern, I'd keep both. IF I HAD to narrow it done to one, I keep the Dewalt. Delta as a company always seems to be questionable as of late and in years to come parts availability may be slim. Dewalt has been around in basically the same configuration for awhile and probably will have parts available. Just my thoughts. OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpaskell Posted January 29, 2022 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 3 hours ago, Needmore said: Jim I have a Dewalt DW788 that needs rebuilding also, which service center did you send your to? Thanks Needmore, My Dewalt 788 was sent to the facility in Las Vegas. I live in Arizona, so that was the closest. You are near the Gwinett Woodwokers in Georgia and I believe Bob Brokaw ma still rebuilds these. His are probably better than Dewalt. You can probably get some information from them as to where would be best to send your unit. Not really sure how to help. I went to my local Dewalt service center and they took care of the connection to Las Vegas. Let me know how you make out and I'll see if the folks here can give me directions to a location near you. Best I can do now is try to get directions for you from here. Keep me posted. PM If you would like. Jim OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpaskell Posted January 29, 2022 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 TRedd351, Good luck. Don't need a saw gone that badly. I would prefer to "sell" to someone that can use a good scroll saw to get started or who needs a new one. But thanks for the note. Jim OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpaskell Posted January 29, 2022 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 All, Thanks so much for the input. I truly appreciate all the responses. Looks like I'm keeping the Dewalt. It's an old friend and fits well in my shop. I'm retired and woodworking is a hobby that keeps me off the streets and out if trouble. I don't really see me needing two scroll saws. If the Dewalt dies again, I'll buy a new one. This rebuilt will hopefully last as long as I well. Thank again all. Jm John B, OCtoolguy and kmmcrafts 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barb.j.enders Posted January 29, 2022 Report Share Posted January 29, 2022 I had to send my Dewalt in a few years back as it's speed kept doing wonky things. Got it back, same issue. Took it back to the service center, they sent it back to Edmonton. They couldn't figure it out. Got a brand new saw for the $300 rebuild cost. Anyone need a new table?? lol OCtoolguy and John B 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2woodwrk Posted January 30, 2022 Report Share Posted January 30, 2022 (edited) I'm in the keep both category as well I have 2 saws since the wife is now cutting and we have set them both up to do different things which expedites our cutting projects tremendously and makes our process more efficient! Unless you need to recoup that $300, then I would sell the Delta and keep the dewalt Edited January 30, 2022 by new2woodwrk OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRugerH Posted January 30, 2022 Report Share Posted January 30, 2022 (edited) I'd also say keep it. You never know when you can use an extra scroll saw or 5 Dan Edited January 30, 2022 by DRugerH OCtoolguy and BadBob 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCtoolguy Posted January 30, 2022 Report Share Posted January 30, 2022 Dan, seriously, you should seek help. Lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRugerH Posted January 30, 2022 Report Share Posted January 30, 2022 36 minutes ago, OCtoolguy said: Dan, seriously, you should seek help. Lol. Most of these were actually purchase for my Boy's Club. I didn't even show all of them. Just posted it more for a joke Dan OCtoolguy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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