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Product Reviews:
Grizzly G0555X 14" Extreme Series Bandsaw |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Great Bandsaw!!
Comments: After researching and studying I selected this saw over the Steel City 16", (mainly due to space constraints in my shop and my budget). I based a big part of my decision on reviews from fellow woodworkers so I hope I can help someone out as well. To say the shipping was quick would be an understatement!! The saw arrived the same day I got the e-mail that it had shipped!! This is my 1st Grizzly tool and it will not be my last. Upon opening the box I was concerned that I had purchased just another 14" bandsaw however I was quite mistaken!! It took2friends and myself to put it together and install the riser block... so get some help lined up if you purchase this tool.
Fit and finish are awesome and the quality of this tool just blew me away (for the money). The bearing guides are a bit finicky however that's OK as I am going to upgrade to Carter guides soon. I purchased this saw to replace a 14" Ridgid (I lovingly call the "boat anchor") and there is just no comparison.
The saw cuts like a dream and the power is twice the Ridgid. I am not knocking Ridgid as I have the 3650 Table saw and absolutely love it. The riser block gives 12" of capacity and the saw runs quite with the stock bearings. After fighting with cool blocks and ceramic guides for years this saw is just fantastic!!
The included fence with the re-sawing attachment is well made as well. All in all I couldn't be more pleased and I am happy with this piece of equipment!!
Update to this review.... After using the saw for awhile I am still happy as it buzzes through anything that will fit under the bearings!! I am so glad I purchased this tool!! |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: grizzly 0553X
Comments: I got the riser with the bandsaw. It was easier to add than I expected, however you do need a helper.
The saw is heavy enough to be stable with no vibration, yet quiet. The blade guides adjust easily, both upper and lower, however the lower are not so easy to access. The on and off is within easy reach; the light is
a welcome accessory. The lever tension control works nicely. Both the miter guide and the rip fence are sturdy. The 1 1/2 H motor seems fine on 120V power. Overall, it's all I expected and more. Couldn't be happier with it. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Grizzly GO555x is the best bang for your buck
Comments: I ordered the saw on the 2nd at 10am. I purchased it up at the carrier on the 3rd at noon. I drove into my drive about 1pm when the UPS guy showed up with the riser kit. Great service Grizzly!!!!!!
I had it together within a couple of hours, riser block and all. All the parts were fit and finished well. Threads and holes were all exact and lined up well. The table was flat. The wheels were coplaner right out of the box. (Riser block did not change this).
The only blade I had was the 3/8 105" that came with the riser kit.
After adjusting the guides and getting ething tight, I turned it on.
quiet saw, I am impressed. It passed the nickel test right off the bat.
I had a 2*6 By 8" piece of scrap oak. I set the fence for about 3/8"
I took it slow. It made it through just fine, great straight resaw, even with a 3/8" cheap factory blade.
The guides are all right they adjust well and all that however,I will change them out for Carters.
The back of the blade runs on the side of the thrust bearing. I also believe single guide bearings are not wide enough to stabilize a 5/8" resaw blade. The manual says it can take a 3'4" blade, way too big for single bearing guides. I also believe this saw to be too small to exert enough tension for a 3/4" blade anyway, so I will stay with 5/8" or 1/2" for resaw work. Overall I am pleased with this machine. The deli service could not of been better. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Well built band saw
Comments: The GO555X is a much better saw than the Jet or others that are in the same price range. I was worried about spending this much money on a saw I had never seen. The problem with Grizzly is this. If you have a problem and you call customer service they are nice and understanding, they tell you that someone will contact you to solve your issue however they never do. You cannot contact the people you need to talk to directly. This went on for weeks for me. It got to the point that I cancelled my payment through my credit card. Then all the sudden I was a priority with a manager at Grizzly. This was frustrating and avoidable however I honestly believe that if I did not strong arm them I would still be waiting. Why the 5 stars you ask? All of my problems were actually for the G7944 Drill Press. After they resolved my issues with the drill I decided to give them another shot. I am glad I did. I went to my local Woodcraft and tried all ot there bandsaws out. Now that I have this1and can compare it to the others, there is no comparison. Just be ready to deal with customer service if it comes to that. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Amazing saw!!
Comments: This was my 1st band saw, so I did a ton of research. My primary concern was that there'd be a bunch of issues out of the box that'd be a pain to deal with (wheels not coplanar, vibration etc). Well, I can happily say that ETHING worked perfectly out of the box. I also purchased the 6" riser kit which went on without any issues whatsoever (however it does take2people to install it).
In conclusion, ething fit together well, there was no vibration, the table's straight as an arrow and it ething seems to work perfectly. I couldn't be happier, thanks Grizzly!! |
