Dewalt 735 X planer Long Term 10 year Review Shelix Helical Spiral Cutterhead Woodworking Upgrade

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

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  • @blackhorse2947
    @blackhorse2947 Год назад +6

    I purchased the 735 a few years ago and after about a year later I install the shelix helical cutter head. Very big difference; much much quieter and the planning is far more superior.

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +2

      Yes those Shelix heads are amazing. I have one on my jointer too. Best to you.

  • @bradymiguel
    @bradymiguel 9 месяцев назад +3

    I’m planning on getting a shelix very soon and I can’t wait. You can buy a vertical ejection conversion now. Supposed to help with dust collection and sound.

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  9 месяцев назад

      I think you'll like the Shelix head. I wouldn't do the vertical ejection chute though. Too inconvenient to lose that resting spot for lumber as you work. Best to you.

  • @SeldomRest
    @SeldomRest Год назад +7

    I've got this same planner and find that I frequently have to clean the roller heads with mineral spirits and keep the table surface slick with paste wax otherwise boards will stall and have a tough time getting pulled through. Overall, happy with mine.
    Also want to say your content is really great and presented in a very enjoyable format. Keep it up, I can see your channel really taking off. Take care.

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад

      I agree about waxing the tables, very important. Thanks for the nice comment.

    • @ferrariboy150
      @ferrariboy150 Год назад

      Strong work! Great video and very informative.
      I recently heard that the chip ejection fan also helps a little bit with motor cooling. Removing it may have contributed to your thermal overload problem potentially.
      I haven’t gotten a chance to get in mine and actually look though.
      Anyways. Great presentation style. Thank you for posting

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +1

      @@ferrariboy150 thanks for the kind words. I just took the chip ejection fan off as a test. I ran one board through, and realized it didn't improve the noise, so I put the fan back on. The thermal overload issue is actually a common complaint with the 735, but probably a little worse with the Shelix head. Thanks again.

  • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
    @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +4

    I may have been a little harsh on this planer, it is pretty good for a benchtop model.

  • @dannyh.7490
    @dannyh.7490 Год назад +2

    I upgraded to the straight carbide blades and that was ten or more years ago. They do hold up very well and are worth the cost.

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +1

      Sounds like that was a great upgrade for you. What brand did you go with Danny? And are they one edge or two edge blades? Thanks

    • @bromarbuildz-oy7ls
      @bromarbuildz-oy7ls 5 месяцев назад

      I'd like to know this too. Seems your blades have lasted years.

  • @ronbishop4057
    @ronbishop4057 Год назад +1

    I just bought one, hope to use it soon. You did a helpful and honest review - thanks.

  • @anthonyrivera7815
    @anthonyrivera7815 Год назад +1

    Excellent video. Thank you!

  • @ernie548
    @ernie548 Год назад +1

    Its a decent LT review, thx. For $5-600 this is a very good machine.

  • @bijan4727
    @bijan4727 Год назад +1

    Hi very nice presentation and I really enjoyed it. I have two questions. 1- I do not have any available space for a planer in my garage and I live in Southern California by the beach. I was wondering if I put my planer on a cart with wheels , make a plywood cover for the cart with five sides and put the cover on the top of the cart and in addition put a cover like barbecue cover over it , would it be protected from rust ? 2- Can I run 2X4 vertically through planer ? I would appreciate your input. Thanks.

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +1

      Thanks so much! In Southern California you might be able to get away with storing a planer outside. I think the 735 planer would be reasonably rust proof, because there's no cast iron. And yes you can run 2x4's on edge. It works quite nicely. Best to you!

  • @bobmartin6055
    @bobmartin6055 Год назад +1

    Very helpful!

  • @MarionSpeidel-u3h
    @MarionSpeidel-u3h Год назад +2

    Why not buy straight carbide blades as a compromise?

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +1

      I seriously debated going that route. Infinity makes some nice carbide replacement knives. They are still pretty expensive, and you only get one sharp edge, as opposed to 4 with the Shelix. Plus, if you get knicks in the cutters, you just rotate a couple of them.
      I'd be interested in your experience if you upgrade. Best to you.

  • @guybartlett9587
    @guybartlett9587 7 месяцев назад +1

    Very good review!

  • @SonsOfThunder229
    @SonsOfThunder229 Год назад +1

    I just bought this tool with the lux cutter. Havent received them yet, but i wish i learned about it being underpowered for the helical head. Have you heard of changing the breaker on these?

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +1

      I replaced my overload breaker at one point, but it didn't seem to make much difference. Still probably the best bet in this price category. A 5hp industrial planer is a lot more $$$

    • @SonsOfThunder229
      @SonsOfThunder229 Год назад +1

      @@TheThoughtfulWoodworker i just saw a 3hp 15" benchtop grizzly planer. I think im going to return the dewalt and lux cutter, spend a few hundred more and get something bigger that wont pop.

  • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
    @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +1

    See how this planer holds up after 10 years of use, including some modifications and replaced parts.

  • @3Beehivesto300
    @3Beehivesto300 Год назад

    Remove the fam and the motor will over heat.
    Add a vent tube to the power switch housing. Help cool the thermocoupler. The housing heats up and makes it trip easier.

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад

      Thanks for the ideas. I'm not looking to make those types of mods. I sold the DeWalt and bought a 20" 5hp planer. It's not perfect, but at least there's enough power. Best to you.

  • @nicholassphyr
    @nicholassphyr Год назад

    I found a used dw735 that is 12years old that was used buy a home hobbyist ... it looks on good shape is it worth buying or just too old ? thanks :)

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +1

      In all likelihood a fresh set of blades and some wax for the beds will get it planing like new. Maybe test it before you take it home? Best to you.

  • @frankneher9192
    @frankneher9192 Год назад +1

    Your statement is not correct on the outfield table you can fold it up if you raise the blades.

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +1

      Good observation. While that may be true, it's too much of a pain to do. It's a common complaint with bench top planers, including my Laguna PX12. Best to you.

    • @mdk2066
      @mdk2066 5 месяцев назад

      The thing is - that exhaust port has ONE, spring loaded pin to remove it. Just take it off if you want to store the planer.

  • @Shannon-v3r
    @Shannon-v3r Год назад

    Anyone else getting streaking or scallops?

    • @TheThoughtfulWoodworker
      @TheThoughtfulWoodworker  Год назад +1

      I get what I call slug trails. Just shiny lines that run the length of the board. I only see them in low raking light. They are essentially scallops, but they're so shallow, a quick sanding with 120 grit removes them. So much better than tearout for me. Best to you.