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   JohnWW | Nov 09, 2006 10:55pm | #1

   You probably have a thin kerf blade, switching over to a full kerf blade will solve the problem.  Almost all blade manufacturers make both thin and full width versions of their blades.

   John White, Shop Manager, Fine Woodworking Magazine

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   yellowtail | Nov 09, 2006 11:37pm | #2

   I have the same saw and installed a Forrest 40t combination blade  that is 1/8 inch thick. Works great. I also replaced the standard riving knife with  the optional riving knife that is shaped like the Euro version.

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   user-93560 | Nov 10, 2006 12:02am | #3

   Is that different than the one that came with the saw? Where did you get the new one? Do you have a part number or name?

   Thanks for your help.

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   yellowtail | Nov 10, 2006 01:08am | #4

   Big C, I removed the original blade as most new saws usually come with a cheap blade and the pm2000 is no exception, IMO. I bought the Forrest at Rockler for about $100.00. A little pricey, but worth it.  I believe it's called the Woodworker II. It comes in two thicknesses, a thinner kerf for 1.5 hp contractor type saws and the thicker kerf for 3 hp and larger cabinet saws. Hope this helps.

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   yellowtail | Nov 10, 2006 02:25am | #5

   After reviewing this post, I wasn't sure what you were referring to. Therefore, I got the optional riving knife through Powermatic. Their number is in the manual, as well info about the knife, itself. It cost 36 bucks. I also bought a couple of zero clearance throat plates, one for the balde and one for my dado set.

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   Tezza | Nov 10, 2006 11:09am | #6

   The Riving Knife is called the Low Profile Riving Knife part N0 1791787
   I am just thinking about getting the PM2000 myself, but here in Aussie it cost's $3495 AUD but looks like a good saw
   Cheers
   Terry

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   Knotscott | Nov 10, 2006 05:25pm | #7

   Hi Big - I'm a fan of the WWII also, but will toss out some extremely competitive altneratives...one of which is much less expensive. I've used all four and have a very difficult time distinguishing the cuts apart. The Forrest is a safe bet with good resale value, the DW is a bonafide value, and the RC has very thick carbide.

   - DeWalt DW7657 (~ $50 shipped from Amazon)
   - Ridge Carbide TS2000 (huge teeth! ~ $90 shipped from Holbren.com)
   - Tenryu Gold Medal (~ $100 shipped from Holbren.com)
   http://holbren.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=2

   http://www1.epinions.com/content_220309917316
   http://www1.epinions.com/content_145552674436

   
   

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   Edited 11/10/2006 10:36 am ET by Knotscott