lighthearted Posted January 25, 2018 Report Share Posted January 25, 2018 I don't use my Dewalt cordless jig saw a ton and when I do- its mostly rough cuts to break down stock. This week I was doing some construction and needed to cut out some 2x4's to accommodate outlet boxes & switches. The blade really seem to drift. Its not the 1st time this is happened, but it was pretty annoying. Am I using the wrong blade (Indeed using a wood rough cut blade)? Too fast? Is this a common issue? Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave's Not Here Posted January 25, 2018 Report Share Posted January 25, 2018 I've always had very good luck with the Bosch Progressor Series of blades. In your case, I suggest you give this blade a try, https://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-4-1-2-in-Progressor-High-Carbon-Steel-T-Shank-Jig-Saw-Blade-Set-for-Cutting-Wood-3-Pack-T234X3/100119348?keyword=bosch+t234x3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barron Posted January 25, 2018 Report Share Posted January 25, 2018 Could be the blade, but jig saw blades tend to drift. Going slow helps as does trying to make sure you use even pressure downwards as you cut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gee-dub Posted January 26, 2018 Report Share Posted January 26, 2018 A lot of your success with a jigsaw can have to do with technique. It’s very easy to apply lateral pressure causing tracking or vertical inaccuracies. The leading edge of the blade has to lead the path of the cut. The saw needs to follow this path like a trailer follows the hitch pivot point. You “drive” it more like a forklift than a car. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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