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Questions tagged [saw]

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Why does dirt kill saw blades?

What is it about dirt getting into a saw blade (as opposed to, say, sawdust, rock chips, etc (presuming the right blade is being used, of course)) that will kill a saw blade? I've seen it happen to sawzall-type blades and chainsaws - but don't see…
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What's the key to sawing straight by hand?

Whenever I saw by hand I end up with edges that aren't straight. This includes both the long edge and short edge, or horizontally and vertically. What is the key to sawing straight by hand? Update 1 I've had the same wonky results with a crosscut…
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What’s the best way to cut the bottom of my door?

I need to cut 1/4” off the bottom of my door. really struggling and wondering if the teeth on my saw are too much - seems like 140? Could I use a 50 tooth? And how did I fix this? Can I move the level/guide 1/16 inch back and start again? I’m not a…
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Slot is wider than the blades it comes with

I recently tore apart a Rockwell Bladerunner RK7320 because the factory blades (T-slot) kept flying out almost impacting my eye, and the blade twists whenever the locking mechanism is held on the blade. To my complete surprise, the slot inside the…
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Using an oscillating saw for long cuts

The initial response to the proposition of doing 100-inch straight cuts with a cordless oscillating saw will be "are you mad?", but I still wonder. I'm just starting out in DIY and decided to get a jigsaw for versatility. It can do flexible, it can…
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Are there any caveats or benefits to TPI hacksaw blades?

Is there any benefit to variable TPI hacksaw blades where there the TPI varies from one end to the other? I only see potential caveats: it might cause problems or how inconvenient it is to have only a few inches of the same TPI on a blade the…
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Blade comparison, DW4765 vs DW4701:

What's the difference between DW4765 and DW4701? Would the use cases be any different? They're both advertised for stone, granite, brick, and tile.
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My Reciprocating saw locked up and won't unlock what can I do

How can I unlock my Reciprocating saw it was working and locked up now it won't unlock
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Blade guard won't lift

I own a King 10" mitre saw. The blade guard won't retract when I lower the saw blade to make a cut. The manufacturer has discontinued replacement blade guards. What I discovered is there are several plastic pins that set the position of the inside…
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What kind of hand saw do I need to cut laminated chipboard to a reasonable finish?

I would like to cut a 20cm line in laminated chip board, what is the best kinda of saw to do this? What ppi or tpi does it need? (I know the finish will not be perfect, and to get the best results I need a circular saw)
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Need to keep pressing the unlock button on a reciprocating saw: is that typical?

I just got a modest cordless reciprocating saw by SnapFresh https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089QGR718/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 To run the thing we need to press two buttons at all times: not just the trigger but also that …
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Makita mitre saw ls1018l not powering up

Hi I have a makita mitre saw ls1018l which is not powering up at all I have checked to make sure power is coming through The cable which it is, I’ve changed the bushes and I’ve changed the stator As it was recommended to me as a solution but this…
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Help finding a saw blade to cut clay bricks

I need a saw blade (either for my circular saw or miter saw) that can cut clay bricks but am confused by the terminology surrounding them. I know I can buy a diamond blade, but those are expensive, so I'm trying to buy one of the black discs that…
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Can I use a segmented abrasive blade in my circular saw for cutting drywall?

Is it o.k. to substitute a 41/2" dia. segmented cutting wheel in my 43/8" dia. 14.4V saw? No one makes blades anymore, since B&D/dewalt abandoned the line. I use my saw to cut drywall, and install the blocking for the cabinets that the carpenters…
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