Hello all, this is my first post here, just joined. First I would like say thanks to all the folks who generously contribute their knowledge to this fine forum. I think it is one of the best on the net.
My 24 year old Minimax S45 band saw needs repairs, and while I hope to fix it (the subject of a different post), I plan to upgrade. I would like to get the Minimax 20" band saw, but the height of my work shop ceiling, which is unfinished with exposed joists, is exactly 85".
Minimax does not publish actual dimensions for this machine, but Erik Loza sent me a drawing indicating that the machine is 85" tall. If so, that will not fit. However, I'm not clear on whether the machine is actually 85" tall, or if that takes into account some extra space on top when the blade guide is extended to its highest point.
I would like to measure one of these machines in person, but am not aware of where I might find one in the Long Island, NY area. Failing that, is there anyone on this forum who has one of these machines who can give me detailed measurements?
Many thanks,
Len