On Fri, 12 Apr 2019 11:33:58 -0500, Leon lcb11211@swbelldotnet
wrote:

On 4/12/2019 10:57 AM, Keith Nuttle wrote:
I have an older bench top Sears band saw.** I use it for quick cuts.* I
don't use it often.

Since it sit unused for several weeks at a time, should the tension on
the blade be removed for these extended periods of unused?




Every thing I have read says yes. And a reason that manufacturers often
include a quick release for the tension. I believe that the unmentioned
blade lasts longer and the tires on the wheels are less likely to
develop low spots.
The flates are the biggest issue, for sure.