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Bosch always rated high -- 1st and 2nd. It should be listed as an expensive hobby saw -- in that capacity is should last years. But now in my enlightened mind I know the reviews you need to read are those done by consumers who have actually used the tool -- for long periods of time; not for thirty minutes in a comparability test or during the occassional weekend home repair excursion. And straight from the box the reviews were well deserving. And I know this is so because I was there when he opened the parts box.
And having actually read the manual I knew better than to put this saw on an extension chord. So I had to wait even longer to get it fixed. Or should I say REBUILD the motor. This saw is listed specifically as a portable CONTRACTOR saw. Prior to, I never had a need for a durable saw as I only did repair work and craft work.
As I am finding with most everything these days; once again, the reputation of the name fools the buyer. I did homework -- read reviews -- but I read the wrong reviews. Motor finally fixed I returned to woodworking. He had to specifically order the bearing as my bearing was bad. And no I don't need a real cabinet saw because I have never cut sheetgoods on this saw. That is the 1st pain.
The motor did burn out after the first year; and had I not purchased a warranty it would have cost me almost as much as a new saw to replace the motor. I discoverd as have many who have actually used the saw on a regular bases -- this Bosch does not stand the test of time.Building whole sets of kitchen cabinets; desks; entertainment centers -- this is the real test. I needed a saw with a strong motor for long rip cuts; dadoes; some resawing of hardwood; etc. Getting back on the internet I did a better review search and low and behold, I have discovered quite a many people, who really use their saw; have also suffered bad motors. Again the motor has burned out. I was not dissappointed -- for the next two years. I cut with a circular saw, then only trim cut with the table saw. No pulling the old one out and sticking in a new one.
So my point being, you can not always rely on a name. 2006 I needed a new table saw. Again we had to specifically order the bearing. Again I am waiting to get it fixed. When the reapriman ordered the parts; the part with the bearing did not come with a new bearing. If you are not doing serious woodwork; there are plenty of less expensive saws -- some even have built in rolling stands -- that will serve your purpose. This is misadvertisement. I concentrated on reviews that compaired saws : ease of use; power of motor; portablility; etc.
It's motor may burn out too; but at least it comes with a full 3 year warranty -- at no extra charge. This motor has to be rebuilt. Inside this motor is a big bearing. I think my next purchase -- or nightmare -- will be a Dewalt.
this truly is a remarkable saw. enough said.gerry hilltucson arizona
Bosch has had so many problems with this issue that they now insert a separate, special page in the owners manual telling you how to avert this issue, I.E. Well I'm here to tell you that such is not the case. Our Co has purchased five of these saws over the past four years with the promise(from Bosch) each time that our recurrent problem had been fixed with the newer model. clean off the cranks every time you use your saw. The crank that raises and lowers the blade is very smooth for a while but if you use this saw a lot you are in for a disappointing and costly repair. The crank shears the grooves on the opposing crank with makes it impossible to raise the blade without taking the saw off of the stand, turning it upside down on the ground and the turning the handle to achieve the desired height, and then turning the saw back over. Me, for $650.00 I want a more user friendly saw and a more responsive manufacturer( we have always been on the hook to pay to have the saw fixed). That being said, all my cordless stuff is Bosch and the quality of these is terrific.
I built my house thirty years ago with a cutoff saw from Sears. I've never had a table saw and brother that was a mistake. The saw is great and the storage and movement options with the gravity rise stand are amazing. Higly recommended.
The saw and everything about it work great for me. BUT, our FIFTH saw (call me a fool) has just smoked IT'S motor ALSO. I now have too many flower pots. It's time to find a different brand, unless the next Bosch comes with a spare motor and a couple hours of my valuable time.How about it BOSCH, can you do something about it.
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