Any body have similar less then acceptable blade runout performance from these saws?
I have one each and they are both similar in that say you rip a door, that it vibrates and buzzes etc. and leaves a pretty crappy cut, I would rather have it run smooth and die of a dead battery then wander all over the place? Yea even with a good blade.
Got a little time/ letting my knee heal to call Bosch and cry a little, will let you know what they say.
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My 18v Milwaukee saw is less than spectacular, but what do you expect from a blade that's spinning half as fast as a corded saw.
Me personally, I'd have to be in a real pinch to consider using a cordless for ripping a door down (or ripping much of anything, for that matter).
You might wanna trade up to Milwaukee 28v.
Jason Pharez Construction
Framing & Exterior Remodeling
Well I just thought that it'd go ok. That's how this dummy learns, now I go out to the trailer and get the Milwaukee 8+1/4" like I should have in the first place.
But I was still hoping for more, Oh Well.
I have a E in with Bosch so I'm curious as to what they say.
Let us know what they say.
But again, I'd reach only for corded when it comes to ripping doors down.Jason Pharez Construction
Framing & Exterior Remodeling
Kinda supprising that I haven't gotten a E back from them yet.
I did get a auto response so I know they got the message.
Said they'd be responing within 2 days so maybe by Monday.
I have two of the 18 volt saws and one of them has had two issues:
1st - If you do any continuous ripping (more than you probably ought to with a battery saw) there is a solder connection that will heat up and start to come loose.
The service center fixed that.
2nd - I was having a major problem with the saw giving really inaccurate cuts - made me think I was the problem. Turned out - you could actually "pull" the saw blade out away from the saw a full 1/8". The arbor would actually "slip" out that much - no wonder I was getting crappy cuts.
The service center had never seen the problem before - but they fixed it under the 3 year warranty.
In general, I'm not that happy with the balance of the saw - it seems unbalanced when using - but it's ok for what it is, an the rest of the kit is pretty good to use.
JT
Well I finally got the reply so here it is.
Thank you for writing. The problem of performing this particular function is the "thin kerf" blades used on cordless saws. Being thin kerf, they create less drag and therefore do not drain the battery as quick as a standard saw blade. However because of this thin kerf you can also experience blade "flex", which is what sounds like is happening here. Companies that make Jam Saws designed for this application such as Crain Tool, do not use thin kerf blades for this reason. Please let me know if there is anything more I can help you with. MichelleBosch Customer Service
That seems like an "out of the box" response. While she's partially correct, I wonder if she's ever had the opportunity to experience what she's describing. "Jam Saws" never heard of em LOL--how about "JAMB Saws."
Tough luck bro...just remember Corded Saw.Jason Pharez Construction
Framing & Exterior Remodeling
Wow we be jamin He He I know I know but here's where I'm going with this.
Some thing isn't rite so hey look what's next to my keyboard- my tool receipt drawer/file pull out Bosch and cordless and it's where it's supposed to be. Now that's a rarity.
And there's the combo kit stuff and on the front of it, I always put the purchase date and stuff so ---28 May-04 Oh goodie lets go pester Bosch.
Hey my knee is fkd up so I've got time.
Hello Guys,
My two cents is to move to the higher voltage tools, aka the Milwaukee V28 or the Dewalt 36V systems. Unlike the lower volt options, these new saws are really at the threshold of getting rid of the cord but even these are not there yet. I have used the V28 saw for almost a year and recently played with Dewalt's 36v saw and would never consider going back to the lesser voltage models. However, mechanical issues aside, the thin blades do flex more--- if you do not force the tool the cuts are OK, it's not a table saw. If you have access to power then I recommend you use it. If your at a site where you have minimal or no power the cordless is a stop gap that gets you through untill there is.
Good Luck
Lou
Hey BLiC thanks for that info.
So what are you saying? When trying to move a moutain don't use a shovel, go for the D-9.
I hear you, the shovel will get you there but --- Kidding