A while back I asked about these "464" lumber mills. Since I have to much trouble with my original, I am wondering if there are newer ones that are trouble free? Or is it best to move on and keep mine as a static piece? Thanks for your feedback.
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None of the 464 sawmills are maintenance free, but the newer versions powered by a can motor and a gearbox can be serviced with a small amount of do it yourself skill. They depend on a belt to drive the movement of the film carrying pulleys. I have used a stretched out traction tire to make the unit work or an O ring that you can buy at your hardware store. The original unit used a vibrator motor which requires constant attention. The latest ones have flashing lights and the sound of wood being cut. Like all accessories they need occasional use or exercise.
Thanks for your input. So does these newer units work better when it comes to moving the logs into the mill and planks coming out? I know my 464 has troubles too, along with the vibro motor and string. Do you know what catalog number is a good possibility to go after? Apparently the original drive belt must be in need of a replacement, but does the rest of them work OK? Thanks.
@Jeff B. Haertlein posted:Thanks for your input. So does these newer units work better when it comes to moving the logs into the mill and planks coming out?
Forum member Sean from Sean's Train Depot, did a good tutorial on the newer sawmill and how to fix its issues:
That is a very helpful video. I wonder what the catalog number is for this one, or perhaps others in future runs. Hopefully I will receive further replies on these mills. Thanks.
If a person went after the sound version with Legacy operation, can you also use it manually without the Legacy?
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