I'm wondering if the wheel is so out of allignment the the blade "roots" the
tires off? Turn the wheels by hand and make sure the blade is centered on
the tires. Something is sure screwed up. Jim
"MikeMac" wrote in message
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I'm hoping someone might have some advice.

I recently purchased a Ridgid Bandsaw, and am experiencing problems with
the rubber strips on the wheels. After installing a 1/2 blade for some
minor resawing, when applying proper tension, (according to the scale on
the back) the rubber bands track off the wheel, and jam against the frame.

I'm wondering if they need replacement? (they have less than 1/2 hr use)
or if maybe the scale is reading wrong? (Too much tension?)

Thanks.
Mike