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Recently, the belts started slipping on my Unisaw. I have had it for about three years. I adjusted the tension on the motor and it was fine for a while. It started again after a short while. I have cut a lot of material with and without a dado on the saw. I have also cut quite a bit of laminate material. Is it possible the the belts have become coated with this dust combination of laminate and lumber and that is causing the slip? Do I clean it off or is time for new belts?
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You shouldn't need to replace them yet unless they have cracks or show signs of a lot of wear. I suggest you re-tension them when they're hot and don't be afraid to make them quite tight.
Brian
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Once the belt slips it will usually develope glazing which can cause the belt to slip even easier. You may also try rubbing the belt with a bar soap. This will help give better grip.
Contributor
Inside of belt very shiny black?
Thats slippage.
As above, retighten or replace.
Guest
I use this:
http://www.valvoline.com/pages/produ...asp?product=32
You can usually find this a a NAPA Auto parts store.
Chet Parks
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