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I discoverd as have many who have actually used the saw on a regular bases -- this Bosch does not stand the test of time.Building whole sets of kitchen cabinets; desks; entertainment centers -- this is the real test. The motor did burn out after the first year; and had I not purchased a warranty it would have cost me almost as much as a new saw to replace the motor. This saw is listed specifically as a portable CONTRACTOR saw. And straight from the box the reviews were well deserving. This is misadvertisement.
And I know this is so because I was there when he opened the parts box. I needed a saw with a strong motor for long rip cuts; dadoes; some resawing of hardwood; etc. I did homework -- read reviews -- but I read the wrong reviews. If you are not doing serious woodwork; there are plenty of less expensive saws -- some even have built in rolling stands -- that will serve your purpose. Again we had to specifically order the bearing. Getting back on the internet I did a better review search and low and behold, I have discovered quite a many people, who really use their saw; have also suffered bad motors. So my point being, you can not always rely on a name.
Again the motor has burned out. When the reapriman ordered the parts; the part with the bearing did not come with a new bearing. Or should I say REBUILD the motor. This motor has to be rebuilt. I cut with a circular saw, then only trim cut with the table saw.
And no I don't need a real cabinet saw because I have never cut sheetgoods on this saw. No pulling the old one out and sticking in a new one. It should be listed as an expensive hobby saw -- in that capacity is should last years. I think my next purchase -- or nightmare -- will be a Dewalt. It's motor may burn out too; but at least it comes with a full 3 year warranty -- at no extra charge.
Motor finally fixed I returned to woodworking. I was not dissappointed -- for the next two years. Prior to, I never had a need for a durable saw as I only did repair work and craft work. 2006 I needed a new table saw. But now in my enlightened mind I know the reviews you need to read are those done by consumers who have actually used the tool -- for long periods of time; not for thirty minutes in a comparability test or during the occassional weekend home repair excursion. As I am finding with most everything these days; once again, the reputation of the name fools the buyer.
And having actually read the manual I knew better than to put this saw on an extension chord. Inside this motor is a big bearing. I concentrated on reviews that compaired saws : ease of use; power of motor; portablility; etc. Again I am waiting to get it fixed. Bosch always rated high -- 1st and 2nd. That is the 1st pain. So I had to wait even longer to get it fixed.
He had to specifically order the bearing as my bearing was bad.
this truly is a remarkable saw. enough said.gerry hilltucson arizona
The crank that raises and lowers the blade is very smooth for a while but if you use this saw a lot you are in for a disappointing and costly repair. Well I'm here to tell you that such is not the case. Me, for $650.00 I want a more user friendly saw and a more responsive manufacturer( we have always been on the hook to pay to have the saw fixed). clean off the cranks every time you use your saw. Our Co has purchased five of these saws over the past four years with the promise(from Bosch) each time that our recurrent problem had been fixed with the newer model. The crank shears the grooves on the opposing crank with makes it impossible to raise the blade without taking the saw off of the stand, turning it upside down on the ground and the turning the handle to achieve the desired height, and then turning the saw back over. That being said, all my cordless stuff is Bosch and the quality of these is terrific. Bosch has had so many problems with this issue that they now insert a separate, special page in the owners manual telling you how to avert this issue, I.E.
I built my house thirty years ago with a cutoff saw from Sears. Higly recommended. I've never had a table saw and brother that was a mistake. The saw is great and the storage and movement options with the gravity rise stand are amazing.
The saw and everything about it work great for me. It's time to find a different brand, unless the next Bosch comes with a spare motor and a couple hours of my valuable time.How about it BOSCH, can you do something about it. BUT, our FIFTH saw (call me a fool) has just smoked IT'S motor ALSO. I now have too many flower pots.
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