I have a 9 inch bandsaw with 1/3 hp motor and I cut a piece of hickory 72 inches long for backing. It worked well but it protested the whole way through. The guide bearing on the back was unbelievably hot but it worked
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my bandsaw is my dads that he hardly uses. I figure if I break it ill buy a nice 14 incher for him... well.... me...
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