Hello All:
I have committed to buy a Felder 540 bandsaw and now am trying to figure out the best way to get it from its current location to mine (6 hr drive each way).
I have a 2003 VW Passat wagon. Based on the dimensions the seller has provided (I'd love to see a nice dimensioned drawing) I am pretty sure it will fit in my car. Barely. I will take out the back seats and push the passenger front seat all the way forward. The upper cabinet should fit between the drivers seat and the door. I planned to put some laminate plywood down to help it slide in. Also planned to bring some strong beams to to help slide it into the back. Probably need to pull off the starter switch so it doesn't get squashed. Edit: I also intend to remove the table.
The seller is telling me that my approach will be very difficult because of the weight of the saw. I've moved a Powermatic 141 bandsaw in my wagon but it only weighs 300lbs. The Felder is listed at 240kg or 528lbs. Yes, that's heavy but I'm thinking that surely 2 guys can handle it one end at a time. Am I nuts? Is it just too awkward?
Please share your thoughts and experiences on moving a medium sized bandsaw.
Thanks in advance,
Jim