Thanks for the video! I just bought the spiral helical cutter head and I'm excited to install it. It sure sounds a lot quieter than the original cutter head.
Hi James. Your video was exactly what I needed to install the Shelix in my jointer. Though mine is a 6” machine the process was spot on. After a brief conversation with Grizzly tech support it was advised to install new bearings. Since I didn’t own a bearing separator like yours I discovered the price of 2 new Timken bearings was far cheaper than buying the separator. My “new” jointer is remarkable quieter and cuts beautifully. Thanks for the great video.
Great to hear! I ended up replacing the bearings when I did the thicknesser as I damaged one pulling it, so for the cost and hassle, I say put new on. Good luck with the new cutter head. I love mine. It works better, is quieter and should be the last knives I ever need on it.
I will add that should I have this do do over, I would just order a set of bearings (only about $14...I got ones from Granger I think after getting the size of the old ones when doing the thicknesser).
I am guessing my older inherited 6” Grizzly jointer would come apart and go back together similar also. I have already upgrades my inherited Belsaw thickness planner to a Shelix cutter head. I am one who likes the continual narrative of what is being done. Thank you for a very informative video.
Well, when you get ready for your second set of blades it makes good sense. I know folks that have used them for years and are still on the first face of the three faced cutter. I use wood from local saw mills, cut outside, stored outside, in rough stacks with the occasional sand and stone chip...so blades get a nick in them fast.
Probably the best money spent in the shop actually. I am working on a project in gum wood now and it really makes a difference in the wild grained species.
make sure you don't press your bearings on too close together. if you press the bearings on too far the head will move back and forth in the pillow blocks. measure the distance on the old head and make sure the new bearings measure the same. also buy new bearings getting the old ones off required buying a puller and cutting the arms short enough to work, major pain in the butt.
Great effort! Thanks for trying to talk metric, the world is metric! There is no 17mm bolt, you probably mean a M10 which takes a 17mm spanner across its hex head...
Thanks for the video! I just bought the spiral helical cutter head and I'm excited to install it. It sure sounds a lot quieter than the original cutter head.
Hi James. Your video was exactly what I needed to install the Shelix in my jointer. Though mine is a 6” machine the process was spot on. After a brief conversation with Grizzly tech support it was advised to install new bearings. Since I didn’t own a bearing separator like yours I discovered the price of 2 new Timken bearings was far cheaper than buying the separator. My “new” jointer is remarkable quieter and cuts beautifully. Thanks for the great video.
Great to hear! I ended up replacing the bearings when I did the thicknesser as I damaged one pulling it, so for the cost and hassle, I say put new on. Good luck with the new cutter head. I love mine. It works better, is quieter and should be the last knives I ever need on it.
Thanks for making this video. Have a 12" jointer to install a Shelix in soon. Watching all the videos that I can.
Thanks James! Just got my cutterhead and will install in the next few weeks. Your video lessened my anxiety a bit!
My only added advice is be careful with the new cutter...I cut myself about five times handling it! Wrap it well before handling or use gloves.
I will add that should I have this do do over, I would just order a set of bearings (only about $14...I got ones from Granger I think after getting the size of the old ones when doing the thicknesser).
This is a very well made video. Thanks for making it. I have ordered my new cutter but it is not here yet. This helps to take the mystery out of it.
Thanks for the kind comments. I have been enjoying mine.
I am guessing my older inherited 6” Grizzly jointer would come apart and go back together similar also. I have already upgrades my inherited Belsaw thickness planner to a Shelix cutter head. I am one who likes the continual narrative of what is being done. Thank you for a very informative video.
I think you are correct that they all assemble more or less the same. Good luck!
@@Blueridgedog thanks for the reply. I have enjoyed the results of the Shelix cutter as much as indicated you have with it on your jointer. Blessings.
4 edges will last you a lifetime? I don’t know what you’re doing, but we’re running production here lol… if they last two weeks I’m impressed 😜😂😂
Great installation video. Extremely detailed & thorough. I wish I could rationalize one for my home shop
Well, when you get ready for your second set of blades it makes good sense. I know folks that have used them for years and are still on the first face of the three faced cutter. I use wood from local saw mills, cut outside, stored outside, in rough stacks with the occasional sand and stone chip...so blades get a nick in them fast.
Thank you so much for putting this out there. I have the same Jointer and just bought the same head. So, I will be installing it very soon!!!
You are welcome. You will enjoy the cutter head. You do have to slow down a bit with it and take smaller passes, but the end result is worth it.
@@Blueridgedog With me being just a hobbyist, I will only have to deal with my only customer, my wife :). Thanks again.
Excellent video. I'm suffering cutter-head envy.
Probably the best money spent in the shop actually. I am working on a project in gum wood now and it really makes a difference in the wild grained species.
Nice job! Thanks for sharing.
Very helpful. What brand/model of bearing puller did you use to get the bearing off?
I used this for its ability to get into tight spaces: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P577GXS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Hi where do you order them from im I U.K. cheersn
make sure you don't press your bearings on too close together. if you press the bearings on too far the head will move back and forth in the pillow blocks. measure the distance on the old head and make sure the new bearings measure the same.
also buy new bearings getting the old ones off required buying a puller and cutting the arms short enough to work, major pain in the butt.
Jai. Company. Planesaw. 13". Price
Rub some water on your white oak after it’s planed to showcase its grain for us viewers
Great effort! Thanks for trying to talk metric, the world is metric!
There is no 17mm bolt, you probably mean a M10 which takes a 17mm spanner across its hex head...
You are right, if I recall the video I was trying to say the size of the tool versus the size of the fastener.