theeveningwood Posted May 22, 2015 Report Share Posted May 22, 2015 Hey guys...I've spent some time searching, but wanted to hear some firsthand experience opinions. I'm looking at buying a used table saw, either the Ridgid TS3612 or Ridgid TS3650. Any preference one over the other? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krtwood Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 I have a TS3650. A little googling tells me that the 3612 has a US made motor vs the imported one on the TS3650. The bearings in my motor have been shot for a long time and it's gotten to the point where I can't ignore it anymore. The 3650 has an issue with the arbor and dado stacks. There's a little narrow spot next to where a normal blade sits so that if you put a dado stack on the first chipper falls into the low spot and cuts slightly deeper than the rest of the stack. Ridgid offered a replacement arbor for free but the saw you are looking at may or may not have it. I've been using it in a full time shop for 10 years and other than bearings it's held up fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim0625 Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 Not a clue on the saws but WELCOME TO THE FORUM!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodger. Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 I have a 3650, and have had it for many years. I have been looking at replacing it for the last 3, but I cannot find a reason to do so. It's an excellent saw. My unit was made after the arbour issue, and I run a dado stack with no problems. If you get the serial number, the guys over at ridgidforum.com can let you know if that particular unit has the arbour issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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