Table Saw Restoration

Quick restoration project I thought I'd share.

Disassemble the saw and take good photos of all the parts to help with reassembly.

Keep all the hardware organized for easy cleaning and reassembly.

I used a store purchased rust remover called "Metal Rescue" for this project. It was very quick and easy, albeit expensive.

Clean the body of the saw and give it a light sanding to prepare it for painting. Tape off any surfaces that do not need paint. To properly repaint the project, first remove all the paint with a stripper or abrasive and prime.

Spray a few coats of paint on the desired pieces.

Disassemble the electric motor. Clean all the parts and use pressurized air to clean out the coils.

Reassemble the motor.

Reassemble the saw and use lubricant where desired.

Square the blade to the surface of the table and adjust the stop on the internal threaded rods to hold the square position.

Lightly sand the paint off the top of the table using fine grit paper.

The threads for the table insert screw hole were stripped. I tried to tap the hole but wasn't having any luck. I used JB Weld to secure a nut under the hole to hold the screw.

Put a coat of wax on the top of the saw to prevent rust and provide a low friction surface.

Check the blade for run out with a dial indicator.

Continue assembly.

Restore the fence and make adjustments. I replaced the plastic rolling wheel with a skateboard ball bearing.

Rip some stock.