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I have an older jig saw (not the scroll saw) that has seen many years of use. The threads on the blade holders are showing considerable wear. I probably can drill them out and use a larger tap but would like to find newer ones?? I recently put new bearings and seals in it and it works like new. Perh...

It is a coop. I am a regular birder here in Willcox and see them regularly. I also lead birding trips during our Wings over Willcox celebration during MLK weekend.

Bob

Willcox is home

Bob

Past Master Willcox, AZ #10

Past Master Willcox #10

I have had Ford Transmission oil in mine for over 20 years. Have made a lot of sawdust.

I drilled the two holes as per SS instructions a number of years ago. It does the job quite well.

Bob

Mine has had transmission oil in it for years and no ill effects except sawdust that I make.

Bob

Ordered bearing from Accurate Bearing Co. on Jan 5 and received it on Jan 8.

This one will go into my inventory to replace the rear bearing on my motor should it fail. That may never happen but....

The total cost was $4.68.

Bob in Willcox

Ordered up the rear bearing from Accurate Bearing Company in IL and will be shipped from Irving, TX. The cost is $1.95 and the shipping and handling will surely exceed that cost. It was in stock and I should have it in a couple of days. They have a rep. that deals only with woodwokers. A very nice t...