Blade Tilt Problem – Frame Square Saw

[bartwatkins]

I’m working with an older Frame Square saw, and the blade appears slightly out of alignment. The 45° cuts are accurate, but the 90° cuts are off. I’ve cleaned it and tried the usual fixes—any advice on adjusting the blade angle? I’ve uploaded photos showing the issue.

 

[JFeig]

You are commenting on an older table saw by Frame Square. In most table saws there are "tilt adjustment" features for the squaring of the blade to the table. In the case of this specialized table saw this adjustment might not be visible from outside the base cabinet. I do not see any mention in the manual for the model# 1000 in the reference section of this forum.
My thought that there is wear on the spindle and that you might be able to place an ultra thin shim behind the bracket to adjust the angle to the bed of the saw that holds the spindle to the frame of the machine is the actual spindle is in specification. OR the sliding table, including the sliding mechanism, might be bent that is causing this inaccuracy of the angle.

 

[wpfay]

To get decent results from any adjustment you need to use accurate tools.
A tri-square isn't accurate enough. You need to get a proper machinists square.

 

[bartwatkins]

You are commenting on an older table saw by Frame Square. In most table saws there are "tilt adjustment" features for the squaring of the blade to the table. In the case of this specialized table saw this adjustment might not be visible from outside the base cabinet. I do not see any mention in the manual for the model# 1000 in the reference section of this forum.
My thought that there is wear on the spindle and that you might be able to place an ultra thin shim behind the bracket to adjust the angle to the bed of the saw that holds the spindle to the frame of the machine is the actual spindle is in specification. OR the sliding table, including the sliding mechanism, might be bent that is causing this inaccuracy of the angle.

Thank you!

To get decent results from any adjustment you need to use accurate tools.
A tri-square isn't accurate enough. You need to get a proper machinists square.

Thanks

 

[wpfay]

Also:
I don't see the usual large blade washer on this saw. All you have is a nut and a small washer. Is this normal for a Frame Square? Without that kind of washer the blade is more flexible and more likely to deflect, especially if it is dull.

The tilt of the blade should not make any difference in the finished joint since both miters are the same amount off of perpendicular and compliment each other.

The blade appears to be very dirty and worn. Perhaps a fresh, sharp blade would help.

 

[JFeig]

Wally could be on track with the blade. There might be a possibility that the platter of the saw blade is warped.

 

[bartwatkins]

Thanks to all of your help. I'm working on all your recommendations