Can You Add Dust Collection To An Old Bandsaw?

In this video I’m going to try and add dust collection to a vintage Montgomery Ward bandsaw.
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The videos that show how I rebuilt this bandsaw can be found at: • Bandsaw Rebuild I
and
• Completing My Bandsaw ...
Materials used (some of these are paid links):
Powertec Dust Port Inlet Flange with a 2-1/2” OD: amzn.to/3KF5rlc
Tools I regularly use:
Amartisan Hex Head Driver Bit Set: amzn.to/42QJ5U1
Bosch 1655 Circular Saw (The comparable “new” model is the CS10): amzn.to/3pvnbHT
Bosch 1587VS Jig Saw (The comparable “new” model is the JS470E): amzn.to/46wFai3
Bosch 4100 Table Saw: amzn.to/44D9bvU
Bosch CC2430-3 Self Centering (Vix) Bits: amzn.to/3nJDi4b
Bosch PR20EVS Palm Router: amzn.to/3HSxgFg
Bosch ROS20VSC Random Orbit Sander: amzn.to/3B6GwBR
DeWalt DCD771 20V Cordless Drill: amzn.to/3I6fiPQ
DeWalt DCF787 20 V Impact Driver: amzn.to/42V9cK1
DeWalt DW682 Biscuit Joiner: amzn.to/43nztkz
DeWalt DW735 13” Planer: amzn.to/3VKGjO3
Dremel 400XRP Variable Speed Rotary Tool Kit (The comparable new version is the 4000-4/34): amzn.to/42NSFaA
Dremel MM50-01 Multi-Max Oscillating Tool: amzn.to/444jPL7
Dovoh K3-360G Laser Level: amzn.to/3CMyhvu
Earlex HV5500 Spray System: www.earlex.com...
Empire 4’ Steel Rule: amzn.to/3VQ6ZNo
Freud SD308 Dado Set: amzn.to/42nbXnC
GemRed 82412 Digital Angle Finder: amzn.to/3VLxdR6
General 36/37 Precision Drill Guide: amzn.to/3HPWNPl
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Handi-Shim Assortment Pack: amzn.to/42OISR6
Hyde 1-5/16” Putty Knife: amzn.to/3MKcRE7
Irwin 7” Vice Grip Pliers: amzn.to/41XG1EY
Kreg K-2000 Pocket Hole Jig (this is a collector’s item…)
Kreg Rip Cut: amzn.to/3NR9w8m
Metabo (Hitachi) C10FSBS Sliding Compound Miter Saw: amzn.to/44IdNRi.
Metabo EC99S Air Compressor: amzn.to/3nH1xzT
Metabo NP35A 23 Gage Pin Nailer: amzn.to/44I3ixi
Peltor 3M H10A Hearing Protection: amzn.to/42G8nUP
Porter Cable 690 1-3/4 HPRouter: (These aren’t what they used to be…)
Porter Cable NS100A Narrow Crown Stapler: (PC isn’t what it used to be…)
Rockler Pro Router Plate: www.rockler.co...
Rockler Clamp-It Square: amzn.to/42dt5Lp
Sanding Drum Kit (mine is ancient, but this kit is comparable): amzn.to/44vZZsp
Stanley Sliding T-Bevel: (Find one with a knob and not a thumb screw, it gets in the way. Swanson makes a nice version: amzn.to/3W36OyG)
Stanley 16” Powerlock Tape Measure: amzn.to/429RC41
Stealth Respirator (Dust Mask): amzn.to/3Cu9xYN
Tapered Countersink Bits: amzn.to/3M692cX
Triton TRA001 3-1/4 HP Router: amzn.to/42rQdqG
Vaughan BS150D Flush Cut Saw: amzn.to/3ptSxyY
Vaughan Nail Puller: amzn.to/3pZvM6... 2000C - 1/8” Round Over Bit: amzn.to/41iEj0X
Whiteside 2001 - 1/4” Round Over Bit: amzn.to/41jcvt0
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[@larrysherman6148]

I really liked that you included mistakes and explained them. It helps a lot. I constantly make mistakes and learning from them improves my process for the next project.

[@TheTrullGallery]

Thanks! I agree. It's a great way to learn!

[@randystekly6518]

Great idea and your video was well done. I may look at your design for my bandsaw. Thanks!

[@TheTrullGallery]

Thanks! Let me know how it comes out.

[@briancioffi5798]

did you replace the tension spring on that restoration? i need one for my sprunger and can’t find one

[@TheTrullGallery]

I didn't, but you might try Grainger or McMaster Carr. You can usually find anything from one of their catalogs.

[@briancioffi5798]

i’m also in the process to make a dust port too thsnks

[@TheTrullGallery]

Nice, let me know how it comes out!

[@Maggooster]

If it was me, I would have used a router rounding bit on the inside of the port to round the edge. That would absolutely improve the airflow into the dust collecting port. . Go as large a circumference as you can. Maybe even 3/4", since your plywood is 3/4", not including the 1/4" piece attached.

[@TheTrullGallery]

Good idea, thanks!

[@Maggooster]

@@TheTrullGallery you're welcome. let me know if you try it !

[@RYwoodview]

That appears to go right where the OEM port is on my old Delta standard 14" bandsaw. It is a 1-1/4" opening, but works OK. I've seen others recommend adding a 4" port to the R hand side of the lower wheel cover for added efficiency. Thanks!

[@TheTrullGallery]

My shop is never that clean, so I'm going to stick with this. But some day....