"-MIKE-" wrote in message
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Leon wrote:
Seems like a lot of benefits to give just to keep from having to clean
and wax it.

A flat top and less vibration go a long way in improving accuracy. I'd
say granite would be the superior surface if you are willing to take the
precautions, find other ways of using jigs and buy with a good fence to
start with.

For me no. I don't baby my tools.

Is vibration really an issue with a heavy cast iron top?
I'm asking.


Absolutely! Stock belts and pulleys on contractor saws can cause a lot of
vibration. Hence the belt and pulley kits that are offered as aftermarket.
Even the better cabinet saw makers are going from the 3 belt set up to the
serpentine automotive type belts as they don't take a set shape.