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DELTA 36-979 10-Inch Left-Tilt 1-1/2 Horsepower Contractor Saw with No Fence, 115/230-Volt 1 Phase
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List Price: $997.50
Our Price: $549.95
You Save: $ 447.55 ( 45% )
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Manufacturer: Delta
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Binding: Tools & Hardware
Brand: Delta
EAN: 0028877545554
Feature: Powerful 1 1/2HP induction motor handles tough cutting operations
Label: Delta
Manufacturer: Delta
Model: 36-979
Publisher: Delta
Studio: Delta
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Features
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Powerful 1 1/2HP induction motor handles tough cutting operations
0 to 45 degree bevel tilts the blade away from the fence (left-tilt); deluxe T-Slot miter guage with adjustable stops at 45 degrees and 90 degrees
Cast-iron blade carriage; cast iron table top
Includes 2 cast iron wings, premium woodworking blade, see-through blade guard, anti-kickback splitter, blade wrench, instruction manual
2-year warranty
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Customer Rating:
Summary: One smooth saw
Comment: This is a really well made and well thought out piece of equipment. The directions say it will take 4-6 hours to get it assembled and that definitely is true, but once you have it running (and add a better blade), this saw cuts like butter, runs smoothly and is surprisingly quiet (depending on the material being cut).
I did have to spend some time fussing with the split guard. It wasn't lined up with the blade initially (maybe that's because I changed blades too?).
And while I did manage to put this beast together by myself, I wouldn't recommend it. Get someone to help you. This is a HEAVY saw. Even the wings are too heavy for one person really. I have a sore back now :)
I added a cast iron router table extension which is really nice too and extends the width of the table. That went on without a hitch as well.
If you're doing small projects like jewelry boxes and doll houses, you can probably get away with something smaller.
If you're making cabinets and furniture full time, then you might need a cabinet saw.
If you're somewhere in between those, then this is the right saw for you.
Customer Rating:
Summary: How about a review of the product?
Comment: It still amazes me that people review a product with one star because Amazon screws up the shipping or the price... So, ignore the majority of reviews on here that have nothing to do with this product. This is my second Delta contractor saw. The quality of this model is far superior to the predecessor. Assembly was somewhat easy, with the exception of a few frustrating head-scratchers. This is a sturdy saw and you can customize it until your heart is content.
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Summary: What I discoverd
Comment: I just received my new Delta 36-979 table saw and was extremely pleased with the entire product. The setup instructions estimated 4-6 hours to setup and it took just about 6 hours. The one suprise was that the 360° view of the saw did not show the motor installed which I found some what disconcerting since I had not planned my workshop for this additional foot of extension for storage. The finish was extremely well done. I have installed a Vega fence on it and it works wonderfully. I also have an Incra mitre fence which overcomes some of the shortcomings of the supplied fence.
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Summary: Great Saw. Great Price. No Regrets.
Comment: I've had this saw for almost a year now and it has been so much fun to work with. I got mine for sale at Lowe's with the T2 fence system all for about $540. Assembly was quite "involved". I think it took about 3-4 total hours and on more than one occassion, 4 hands. Several times during assembly my engineer father-in-law and I noted some issues with design that made us scratch our heads (he got one too). One major issue (IMHO) we both had is that the 10" blade will not fully descend below the top surface of the saw. Good luck cutting tiny grooves or installing a zero clearance insert. It can be adjusted, but that's a pain too. You'll need to call technical support because such an adjustment is not listed in the instruction manual.
The blade guard is also somewhat sketchy. It will dutifly protect your hands, but it has the tendency to bind as you first push wood into it. This is very annoying, especially when it causes you to shift your material off of the fence making for less than perfect cuts. My advice, trash this thing as soon as you can get a better guard. You should have one, but not this one.
The blade that comes with the saw is acceptable I suppose. You'll want to upgrade it too probably. Overall, the saw's performance is spectacular. Good, clean, straight cuts and the top is good and flat. I never did the nickel test, but I never thought I needed to. Unless you're extraordinarily picky about blade guards, this saw won't leave you with any regrets.
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Summary: Really nice saw when it finally gets put together correctly
Comment: I bought a Biesmeyer fence/right side 14" extension table combo when it was half off at Lowes during the summer because I knew I was going to buy a nice contractor saw within the next year. Well sir, I settled on the 36-979 due to the fact that it was local and I had a few gift cards to Lowes so my out-of-pocket expense was minimal. I got the thing home and unpacked it on the truck like that other dude 'cause there was no way my girlfriend was going to be able to pick up one side of a 250 to 300 pound box. It is very very heavy. Most of the assembly went pretty smooth except for a few issues:
1. The nuts that fasten the corners beside the stationary wheels are a real trick to get threaded on the bolts. I finally had some luck by using a some long needle-nose pliers.
2. For some unknown reason I could not get the front rail of my Biesemeyer fence system to line up at the correct hieght on both sides at once. When I had both sides looking good, one or both sides of the rail would slip a little everytime I cranked down on the nuts that hold it on. The OIL on the cat iron saw from the factory did not help the situation. Clamps helped, but it was still tricky. I had to install the 14" extension fence first to bring up the rail to the correct spot. Maybe others will have better luck at this part.
3. I had to add a supporting piece of wood on the underside of the extension table to get it right also. It was bowing down in the middle on one side ever so slightly. I just could not live with it that way.
4. My particular fence system came with a parts list and NO INSTRUCTIONS!!!!. I had to print out a very simmilar model's assembly instructions which might explain the trouble I had with it. I could not find the instuctions for my exact model anywhere. The delta/bies website has a PDF link for it, but it went nowhere at the time I tried in late Dec 07.
Assembly issuse aside, I'm loving this saw. Like the other guy said, it's a thing of beauty. The only other issue it that it has a slight shimmy when it runs, but I think I will be able to do some belt/blade tweeking and/or call the delta phone # to rectify this small problem.
It's sooooo nice to finnally own a great saw and fence that you can trust to remain square and parrallel to the blade cut after cut. I had a cheap "Fire Storm" form Black & Decker that I struggled with everytime I used it. Measure, lock the fence...nope...unlock the fence, measure and repeat...GAAAAAA!!!!.......
Those days are over now and I am so greatful to Delta and Biesemeyer for their quality products!
If you can get this saw on sale I'd get it. You might find a higher quality saw for a few hundred dollars more, but I think this saw is a better deal than a more expensive Grizzly or other saw that you also have to pay a LOT extra for shipping. Good Luck!!!
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Includes 10" Left Tilt Contractor's Saw® (Saw Only) - 36-979R, 1-1/2 HP, 115/230 Volt Motor.
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