I have a Craftsman Pro 14" bandsaw model 119224010. Since only a month or so after new. The guide bearings started to squeal and freeze up one by one. Till now all but one is ceased. I recall reading on here that this is a known issue for this and the Rikon saws. And that some have gotten free replacement bearings. I called Rikon and they claim that they do not make this saw for Sears.

My question is have you been able to get free replacement guide bearings? If so from who? I looked up the part on Sears parts direct and they want $6.09. That would be $41 plus tax and shipping for the same crappy bearings. Is there a better solution? Or better yet do you know who is supporting this saw for Sears. Rikon claims it is Fidelitone. However I called Fidelitone and they said they only support the Sears tool boxes.

Any help would be appreciated. By the way I am out of the warranty period.

James