DW788 blade problem - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

Dutch · 08-03-2009, 04:48 AM

Has DeWalt EVER come up with a fix for the DW788 blade problem on a Type 2? I bought this machine some four years ago and really like it except for when it comes time to change blades.
Because of this problem I would NOT recommend to anyone to buy this machine. You will, like me tear your hair out just trying to install a blade.
We hasehed this over in many, many posts back a couple of years ago on this forum and still no word if Dewalt has "come clean" and came up with a fix.

Mick Walker · 08-03-2009, 09:16 PM

Dutch, you didn't mention what the problem is. There are many Dewalt users on here that don't seem to have a problem changing blades.

Marsha · 08-03-2009, 11:56 PM

I've never had a problem changing blades on my Dewalt. Like Mick asks, what is the problem you're having.
Marsha

Forester21 · 08-03-2009, 11:57 PM

The only problem I'm aware of with the #2 was a not flat table. What is the problem with the blade changing?
T

woodenfish · 08-04-2009, 01:02 AM

Happy Dewalt 788 type 2 owner for about three years. Have never had any kind of problems.

Hal - Woodenfish

AC_Scroller · 08-04-2009, 03:50 AM

I've been using a Type 2 for almost three years and the only problem I've had with blade changes is the need to remove the screw occasionally and sand the end to get it flat again. Maybe I tighten it too much, but the end of the screw seems to round off a bit after time and won't grip the blade very well.

Carter-Johnson · 08-04-2009, 01:54 PM

I've timed it and it takes a little less than 15 seconds to change the blade on my DeWalt. That's one reason why I bought it - 12 years ago. I had a blade clamp break a few years back but it was easily replaced.....Carter

lucky788scroller · 08-04-2009, 03:53 PM

The problem dutch is refering to is most likely from the first batch of Type 2's. There is a wedge piece inside it that wasnt machined correctly making the holders farther apart than they were supposed to be.Dewalt has corrected that problem and has sent the correct size part to its repair centers.This dilemma was covered pretty good a couple years ago,sadly now your waranty has expired, so you may have to pay to get it fixed, but by all means get that taken care of so you can enjoy scrolling! Like Carter said, it should only take a few seconds to install your blade once you get the hang of it.

08-03-2009, 04:48 AM	#1
Dutch Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 4	DW788 blade problem Has DeWalt EVER come up with a fix for the DW788 blade problem on a Type 2? I bought this machine some four years ago and really like it except for when it comes time to change blades. Because of this problem I would NOT recommend to anyone to buy this machine. You will, like me tear your hair out just trying to install a blade. We hasehed this over in many, many posts back a couple of years ago on this forum and still no word if Dewalt has "come clean" and came up with a fix.

08-03-2009, 11:56 PM	#3
Marsha Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 1,225	I've never had a problem changing blades on my Dewalt. Like Mick asks, what is the problem you're having. Marsha __________________ LIFE'S SHORT, USE IT WELL

08-03-2009, 11:57 PM	#4
Forester21 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,282	The only problem I'm aware of with the #2 was a not flat table. What is the problem with the blade changing? T __________________ Theresa http://WoodNGoods.etsy.com http://woodngoods.blogspot.com

08-04-2009, 03:53 PM	#8
lucky788scroller Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: wisconsin Posts: 6,260	The problem dutch is refering to is most likely from the first batch of Type 2's. There is a wedge piece inside it that wasnt machined correctly making the holders farther apart than they were supposed to be.Dewalt has corrected that problem and has sent the correct size part to its repair centers.This dilemma was covered pretty good a couple years ago,sadly now your waranty has expired, so you may have to pay to get it fixed, but by all means get that taken care of so you can enjoy scrolling! Like Carter said, it should only take a few seconds to install your blade once you get the hang of it. __________________ Dale w/ yella saws

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08-03-2009, 09:16 PM	#2
Mick Walker Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Janesville, WI Posts: 1,335	Dutch, you didn't mention what the problem is. There are many Dewalt users on here that don't seem to have a problem changing blades. __________________ Mick, - Delta P-20 The future ain't what it used to be.

08-04-2009, 01:02 AM	#5
woodenfish senior member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: bethlehem, pa Posts: 121	Happy Dewalt 788 type 2 owner for about three years. Have never had any kind of problems. Hal - Woodenfish

08-04-2009, 03:50 AM	#6
AC_Scroller Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 28	I've been using a Type 2 for almost three years and the only problem I've had with blade changes is the need to remove the screw occasionally and sand the end to get it flat again. Maybe I tighten it too much, but the end of the screw seems to round off a bit after time and won't grip the blade very well.

08-04-2009, 01:54 PM	#7
Carter-Johnson Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 739	I've timed it and it takes a little less than 15 seconds to change the blade on my DeWalt. That's one reason why I bought it - 12 years ago. I had a blade clamp break a few years back but it was easily replaced.....Carter