Easy Bandsaw Blade Tracking for Any Portable Sawmill | Quick Adjustment Tips from Cooks Saw

Easy Bandsaw Blade Tracking for Any Portable Sawmill | Quick Adjustment Tips from Cooks Saw

Struggling with blade tracking issues on your sawmill? In this video, Robert from Cooks Saw Manufacturing breaks down the step-by-step process for adjusting blade tracking on the HD32-38 sawmill — but these principles apply to all Cooks sawmills and even other brands!

✅ Key Tips for Perfect Blade Tracking:
🔹 Always start with a new blade to avoid adjusting around cracks.
🔹 Check your blade tension — more tension moves the blade forward; less tension moves it back.
🔹 Adjust the band wheels — focus on left and right tilt (3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions) for accurate tracking.
🔹 Position the blade's gullet flush with the front edge of the band wheel.
🔹 Ensure the blade is just off the back flange to prevent heat buildup and premature breakage.
🔹 Adjust your roller guides to keep the blade in the right position during sawing.

⏱️ Timestamps for Easy Navigation:
0:00 - Intro & Why Blade Tracking on a Bandsaw Mill Matters
0:40 - Starting with a New Blade for Better Tracking
1:10 - Checking Bandsaw Blade Position on the Band Wheel
2:00 - How Blade Tension Affects Tracking on Your Sawmill
3:15 - Adjusting Band Wheels for Accurate Blade Tracking
4:30 - Positioning the Blade's Gullet for Proper Alignment
5:25 - How to Adjust Roller Guides for Bandsaw Blade Stability
7:00 - Blade Tracking Tips for Sawmills with Steel Band Wheels
7:50 - Step-by-Step Recap: Blade Tracking for Cooks' HD32-38
8:30 - Conclusion & How to Contact Cooks Saw

🔗 Helpful Links for Better Blade Performance:

🛠️ Cooks Saw Bandsaw Blades - https://cookssaw.com/bandsaw-blades/
⚙️ Sharpener & Dual Tooth Setter Combo - https://cookssaw.com/equipment/sharpeners-and-setters/
HD32-38 Sawmill - https://cookssaw.com/sawmills/hd3238-sawmill/
🔧 Cooks Resharp Service - https://cookssaw.com/bandsaw-blades/blade-resharp-service/

Robert’s expert advice ensures your sawmill operates efficiently and your blades last longer.

💬 Got questions? Drop a comment below or visit Cooks Saw Manufacturing for more sawmill tips and tricks. https://cookssaw.com/

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