I would just try replacing the capacitor and installing a 1/2" blade for a start. The capacitor should be located inside the oblong rounded cover on the outside of the motor. The hardest part of replacing may be getting at the screws on the cover depending on location. I just replaced one on my jointer. Easy. Maybe take a picture of the wiring before disconnecting just in case it makes a difference which terminals get connected to which wires. For saw setup I bought a small step by step book by Alex Snodgrass of Carter Bandsaw Products. It makes setup easy. I own a 14" Rikon Deluxe 325; now model 326 I think. It has a 1 1/2 hp motor and 11" re saw capacity more than I have ever needed. Not the best saw but very good and not that expaenxive.