Al Launier
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Grizzly Slipit vs. Boeshield???
In an email discussion with Grizzly to resolve some tuning questions I had, the tech guy recommended the use of G5562 SlipIt Silicone free sliding compound for the table top and the G5563 Woodworker’s Tool Lube for the saw blade. He stated not to use a wax and not to use any product that contain silicone as they could find their way into the wood & then affect the finishing of the wood. His exact words: "Wax is not recommended for the table surface as it can change how a stain is finish coats the wood. We recommend the G5562 Slip It Silicone free sliding compound. This gel applies similar to a paste wax and will seal and protect cast iron surfaces. We also recommend the use of the G5563 Woodworker’s Tool Lube to lubricate your bandsaw blades."
I've read several posts that recommend using a wax & others that recommend Boeshield T-9 for the table surface to "slick" it up. For those of you that have used the Boeshield and the Grizzly Slipit compound, how would you compare them? And, which do you prefer, the gel or the spray? I like a spray, but if working the gel into the "pores" would work better, it should last longer.
Finally, the G5563 Woodworker’s Tool Lube is described online as "This cast iron table sealant and bit and cutting blade lubricant reduces sliding friction and hang-ups. Repels moisture and dirt and inhibits rust while preventing resin build-up. Out performs paste wax and contains no silicone or CFC's." So why wouldn't this also work for both the table & the blade?
Thanks,
Al
In an email discussion with Grizzly to resolve some tuning questions I had, the tech guy recommended the use of G5562 SlipIt Silicone free sliding compound for the table top and the G5563 Woodworker’s Tool Lube for the saw blade. He stated not to use a wax and not to use any product that contain silicone as they could find their way into the wood & then affect the finishing of the wood. His exact words: "Wax is not recommended for the table surface as it can change how a stain is finish coats the wood. We recommend the G5562 Slip It Silicone free sliding compound. This gel applies similar to a paste wax and will seal and protect cast iron surfaces. We also recommend the use of the G5563 Woodworker’s Tool Lube to lubricate your bandsaw blades."
I've read several posts that recommend using a wax & others that recommend Boeshield T-9 for the table surface to "slick" it up. For those of you that have used the Boeshield and the Grizzly Slipit compound, how would you compare them? And, which do you prefer, the gel or the spray? I like a spray, but if working the gel into the "pores" would work better, it should last longer.
Finally, the G5563 Woodworker’s Tool Lube is described online as "This cast iron table sealant and bit and cutting blade lubricant reduces sliding friction and hang-ups. Repels moisture and dirt and inhibits rust while preventing resin build-up. Out performs paste wax and contains no silicone or CFC's." So why wouldn't this also work for both the table & the blade?
Thanks,
Al