Originally Posted by
Jim O'Dell
No, all MM bandsaws are designed with flat tires and the teeth almost to the bottom of the gullet should ride off the edge of the tire. Small blades can be/should be tracked in the center of the tire.
With crowned tires, the teeth are slightly above the tire, so never touch it. On flat tires, the teeth would dig into the tire, shortening it's life. Follow the manual on this one. Better yet, download the user written manual that is available. It reads a whole lot better! Jim.