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Matt wrote:
Ok, I have searched this group and read a lot about both of these
saws. I was at my local tool shop yesterday and was checking out the
36-717.

The 36-717 and the 1023 are different saws. A better comparison would be
with the Delta 'Unisaw'.

A nice looking saw, but I did notice the table extension right
of the blade was not aligned to the table. This caused the Beisemeyer
fence to hang up.

This was caused by inept set-up and not following the directions. You
will not have this problem if you setup the saw correctly.

Blade guard was interesting, but I do most of my
work without the guard. I like the cabinet, much nicer than my Sears
contractor saw. Not to sure about the motor and power though. 220
would be great. What would Woodcraft try to sell me?

They will try and sell you what they have in stock if they are smart.
maybe not whats best for you.

For a *little* more money I can pick up the 1023SL, which is one heck
of a saw for the money (from what I have read). I have not had an
opportunity to put my hands on this saw.

I have this saw and love it. I have the 220v, 3hp, right tilt.


My question is what Delta/Jet saw would be in the price range of the
Grizzly?

The hybrid you are looking at or a Steel City hybrid.

What are the drawbacks of mail ordering the 1023SL?

No instant gratification

What
about accessories? I would think that I could walk into almost any
woodworking store and pick up Delta goodies.

Most things you would add are compatible.

The Grizzly would be all
mail order. How does the shipping work?

Freight to your house or pick up at local terminal. You should request
lift gate service when ordering. There may be an extra charge. Me, I
have a pickup truck so I just pick up at freight terminal.

Is this a UPS/FedEx handled
shipment? Do you pick up the saw at UPS/FedEx and if so how will the
saw be placed in my truck? If delivered, I need to request a truck
with a ramp or I will have to unload by hand; correct?

Matt


Where are you located? If close you could check mine out. If you are
close to a grizzly store you could go see in person.