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   Andrew | Oct 22, 2002 05:09am | #1

   forget about it, do yourself a favor and get a bigger better saw. one of the problems with ryobi is that there inventory is non-existent. I've talked to woodworkers who have owned ryobi tools and they haven't been able to get replacement parts when their tools break, and I haven't heard anything good about their customer service either. my neighbor has a little delta bandsaw similar to the ryobi, and it  struggles cutting through a 2x4. I'd assume the ryobi would have the same power issues. honestly, i think you'd be better off with a scroll saw as the little bandsaws can't handle much in the way of thick wood. if your serious about woodworking you'll quickly outgrow a little saw like that.

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   CRAIGCONEY_M | Oct 22, 2002 06:28pm | #2

   I own one, do you want to buy it?  One of my first tool purchases, wish I'd have spent 3x as much and gotten a real machine. 

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   DaveinPa | Oct 22, 2002 07:15pm | #3

   I work for HD and what do you want for $99. It"s a real piece of junk. Save your money and buy a better one.

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   HeidiDad | Oct 22, 2002 08:38pm | #4

   I also saw it at HD.  I think it's a little light for a regular boat and a little to large for a canoe.  Personally, I would recomend a cement block.  The're a whole lot cheaper and if its to heavy you can always knock off a little with a hammer or handy rock.  In its favor, it does have a lot of things sticking out to catch on stuff and keep one from drifting around.

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   Azeddie | Oct 22, 2002 08:43pm | #5

   Wadda Talkin about... I cut almost 1/2 bd ft of wood with mine (before I bought a DElta 14") ....Make me an offer pleeeesemakinsawdust

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   RANGERP75R | Oct 23, 2002 05:00am | #6

   Don

      The 9" BS is too light for serious work. I have a few Ryobi tools. I have not had a problem getting replacement parts through Dixie Sales. I have the 10" Ryobi drill press which is IMO a very good benchtop. I returned a Delta. I also have a 3x21 belt sander that has been smooth and very reliable. Can't say much about the rest of the line. Like all the tool manufactures they have a few hits and several misses.

      BTW, a Jet 12" BS is $325 if you don't need re-saw capacity. It has a 1/2 HP and is made of cast iron. Grizzly has a new 14" out this month for $375 plus truck frt. It has some improvements over their old BS. Good luck..

   sarge..jt