-MIKE- wrote:
Leon wrote:
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.

Isn't the obvious solution, rather than get a saw with a 300lb top to
dampen vibration, simply upgrade the belt and maybe add a machined
pulley?

The 3560 vibrates a little at startup but once it's going it passes the
nickel test just fine. No need for upgraded anything.