Rikon 3061 - Best Bench Top Bandsaw? Review and Full Setup/Tuning. - (Updated/HD Version)

This is an updated HD version of my original review/setup video, with more in depth tuning tips, and better views of each step, as well as a few things I wished I had included in the original.

[MMWoodworking]

Timestamps:

- Intro/Why the new video? - 0:00-0:48
- What I like - 0:49-6:14
- SETUP TOTAL - 6:15-35:45
- Adjusting Table - 6:39-9:27
- Blade Change TOTAL - 9:28-12:51
- Removing Blade - 9:39-11:49
- Putting Blade On - 11:50-12:51
- Tensioning - 12:52-18:05
- Flutter/Pressure Test - 14:06-18:05
- Tracking - 18:06-23:14
- What to know about blades - 23:15-25:44
- Bearings TOTAL - 25:45-32:52
- Bottom Bearings - 26:18-29:25
- Top Bearings - 29:26-32:52
- Setting Fence - 32:53-35:41
- Maintenance - 35:40-39:48
- A few more notes - 39:49-40:45
- Final overview of Pros/Cons - 40:46-END

[tomt]

I bought one of these a coupe years ago, and while I agree that it’s far and above any other bench top bandsaw out there, I have run into several issues with mine. The big one is an annoying screeching/screaming sound that I’ve been unable to cure! As I’ve worked my way through the machine trying to find the source, I’ve uncovered things like loose fasteners and even a set screw in the motor pulley that was never even snugged up! The result was the pulley freely sliding from one end to the other of the exposed motor impeller, with the set screw drifting along the machined flat on the shaft. Btw, that didn’t fix the problem! I should have returned it, but situations prevented it! Three Rikon machines call my shop home, and while ok, they each have issues. Not sure I’d spring for another blue & white machine though!

[pantango]

Great video. I been scratching my head for weeks trying to decide what bandsaw to buy. I finally decided to buy this model from the local woodcrafters today. I'll have it together tomorrow, but I'm gonna take the 1/2 blade I bought back for a 3/8. Not looking for resaw, more bandsaw box and carving projects that need more power than my scroll saw. favorited and subbed

[keith]

Nice job, man. This info will be very helpful as I have this saw arriving to me tomorrow, 7/22. Can’t wait to get it going.