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Thread: Powermatic PWBS-14 Band Saw Opinions

  1. #16
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kevin Gregoire View Post
    and for those who mentioned the grizzly 0555, i have one and its going down the road.
    So what aspects of the grizzly are you hoping to improve upon with its replacement?

    Matt

  2. #17
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    I've got to agree with Julian, but in the spirit of the question, here goes:

    PM Pros:
    -Powerful motor
    -Quick release

    PM Cons:
    -Price
    -Motor mount is a pain

    Debatable:
    -Guides
    -Fence
    -Work light
    -Service

    If you are unhappy with the performance of the Griz and are expecting something more out of the PM, you're going to be very disappointed. The actual performance of a 14" CI bandsaw will really only change subtly with motor power. Beyond that they really are pretty much identical.

  3. #18
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    Quote Originally Posted by Matt Winterowd View Post
    PM Cons:
    -Price
    -Motor mount is a pain
    Oh man, I forgot about that. Yeah, very true. Someone around here had rigged up some kind of fixture to make it easier, but memory fails me at the moment.

    Mike

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