Hi Darrell
Yes it could be done, is it worthwhile ??? not for me, but it's you
that has to decide.
The saw blades wouldn't be much of a problem, as you order them and
have them made to size.
Motor power is one that might be more of a problem, as you need more
for thicker wood.
Then you would have to make a riser block (not from wood IMO) a solid
block of aluminium you could machine and drill, also the saw guard
front and back you do need them longer, and you will need to align the
wheels and probably need to drill some holes to install roll pins so
the parts will stay aligned.
IMO you'd be better of selling the saw you have and get a bigger one
new or used.
Have fun and take care
Leo Van Der Loo

On Nov 9, 6:18 pm, "Darrell Feltmate"
wrote:
I have been debating about using a riser on the bandsaw for a while now.
Since I just ordered three more blades from Tufftooth (yes that is a
recommendation on my part) it will be a while if ever before I do it.
Frankly I prefer to round large bowl blanks with a chainsaw. However, I like
to resaw now and then and am debating about using a riser on the saw. It is
a 20 year old (at least) 10" (not 14") Rockwell/Beaver. That said I would
have to make a riser block on my own to work and I wonder if it is worth it.
At present it does a nice job on 5 1/2" maple even dry but occasionally I
would like to resaw thicker for guiter tops and backs. 3 more inches would
make a hugh difference.

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God bless and safe turning
Darrell Feltmate
Truro, NS Canadahttp://aroundthewoods.comhttp://roundopinions.blogspot.com