# STL303: Oops! All bandsaws!!

- Show: [Shop Talk Live](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live)
- Published: 2023-11-03
- Length: 1h 05m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-11-03-stl303-oops-all-bandsaws
- Listen: https://shoptalklive.podcast.static.taunton.com/stl303-oops-all-bandsaws

## Summary

Rollie Johnson joins Ben and Vic to explain the physics behind bandsaw squeal, attributing it to harmonic vibration of the blade rather than material density changes. They discuss critical setup techniques, specifically the 'kiss' method for thrust bearings and the importance of alternating pitch blades for resawing. The conversation then shifts to manual resawing techniques for those without a bandsaw and how to flatten stock using hand planes in a small shop.

## Chapters

- [0:07](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-11-03-stl303-oops-all-bandsaws#t=7) Introduction and Bandsaw Noise Question
- [4:51](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-11-03-stl303-oops-all-bandsaws#t=291) Harmonics and Blade Selection for Resawing
- [24:44](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-11-03-stl303-oops-all-bandsaws#t=1484) Thrust Bearing Setup and Blade Tracking
- [31:45](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-11-03-stl303-oops-all-bandsaws#t=1905) Blade Changing and Maintenance Tips
- [40:12](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-11-03-stl303-oops-all-bandsaws#t=2412) Manual Resawing Alternatives for Large Stock
- [50:22](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2023-11-03-stl303-oops-all-bandsaws#t=3022) Flattening Stock with Hand Planes

## Topics

- [Mechanical engineering](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/mechanical-engineering)
- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)
- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- Laguna (company)
- Supercut Bandsaws (company)
- Highland Woodworking (company)
- Mortise & Tenon Magazine (company)
- Fine Woodworking (company)

## Related episodes from other shows

- [Episode 235: Dreams of Modified Tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-11-01-episode-235-dreams-of-modified-tools) (Making It)
- [Episode 133: LASER BANDSAW (with William Osman)](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-09-01-episode-133-laser-bandsaw-with-william-osman) (Making It)
- [Episode 229: Jimmy made a laser bandsaw.](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-09-20-episode-229-jimmy-made-a-laser-bandsaw) (Making It)
- [Episode 032: Listener Questions](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2015-08-13-episode-032-listener-questions) (Making It)
- [Making It #010: If it looks straight….](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2015-02-26-making-it-010-if-it-looks-straight) (Making It)

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