Delta 36-717 Hybrid 10-Inch Left Tilt 1-3/4 Horsepower Intermediate Saw with 30-Inch Biesemeyer Fence, 2 Cast Iron Extension Wings, Table Board, and Legs, 115/230-Volt 1 Phase | 
 enlarge | Brand: Delta
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $1,963.37
Buy New: $1,518.95
You Save: $444.42 (23%)
Avg. Customer Rating:  35 reviews
Sales Rank: 35201
Media: Tools & Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 358
Dimensions (in): 39.5 x 30.5 x 28.2
MPN: 36-717
Model: 36-717
UPC: 069554717369
EAN: 0069554717369
ASIN: B0007SXGJC
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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 What a workhorse!!! January 5, 2009
This is one helluva machine. The fence system is truly amazing and accurate. The side table is fine but an outfeed table (built-in and fold-up) would have been a better investment. I'll likely build one on my own, but with Delta's skills I would rather have theirs!!!
Only complaint is the dust extraction. Even with my shop's dust collector less than 8' away a bunch still gets caught in the bottom of the cabinet because it isn't fully enclosed so suction is greatly reduced.
All of the adjustments are easy and it was "true" straight from the crate it came in.
 I'm not impress with this saw....do not pay over $800 for it. December 15, 2007
I've been woodworking with Delta products for over 10 years. In my opinion, Delta's quality has gotten worse. I got an "excellent" deal on this saw ($775) but was pretty disappointed by the quality. For starters, this saw is made in China and, simply stated, it's obvious. Cheap cabinet, cheap screws. The fence is bolted on and if you have to remove the screws more than once (like I had to) the badly tapped threads become stripped.
My friend bought this same saw (we got the same deal) and he's already had to take his to the shop because the tilt wouldn't go past 20 degrees. The instructions were OK but hardly what you'd expect for a >$1,000 saw. It took a LOT longer than I expected to get the table saw assembled. It would seem that could make the assembly much easier - rather than expect the consumer to finish the manufactoring process (seriously, the extension table wasn't pre-drilled!).
This 36-717 saw will be my last Delta product. I haven't really spent much time looking at Jet or Grizzly...that's my fault/regret.
It appears Delta is no longer concerned about quality control. I'm sorry to see that Norm still uses Delta - they must be paying him big bucks.
Tough to Assemble, but Hopefully Worth It October 5, 2007
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Just finished assembly. This is a 1.5 person job, meaning you'll need help for several steps. The table top slips out of alignment when you tighten the bolts. The tape measure was out of alignment, meaning I'll have to reinstall it. The directions refer to tapped holes in the back of the table top, which do not exist, so I had to dig through the grab bag for appropriate fasteners. The mobile base doesn't fit, the cam doesn't fully engage the wheels, and the auxilliary table legs do not fit in it, which doesn't make sense. I may make my own base in addition to a router table extension/fence. The belt was easy to install, and it purrs like a happy tiger. Can't wait to actually use it. The fence and blade are very accurate, but there are dips in the top's grind.
Excellant Mid Range Saw! August 15, 2007
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I just bought this saw after doing much research. I was a little cautious after reading some of the negative reviews here on amazon.com. I have done woodworking for nearly 20 years, and wanted to upgrade from a sears craftsman contractor saw. After speaking with another local woodworker who does period reproductions on commission and repairs furniture for a living, he told me he bought this same saw and was very happy with it. I purchased this saw from a local woodworking specialty and hardware vendor in our area for $1044.00.
The saw was in very good condition. One tiny mark on the table top that can be sanded down occurred during shipping. The saw was fairly easy to set up, and I have achieved less than .001 parallel on the Biesmeyer fence with the miter slot. The blade that comes with the saw is only fair. I replaced it with a Freud industrial blade and it runs great. The rails are just a bit confusing at first, but take your time and you will get them installed in the correct holes after a few moments. The belt was a breeze to put on the pulleys, with a block of 2x4 and a pry bar to lift the motor. The table extensions lined up very nicely.
The motor plainly says 3450 rpm, not the 3000 rpm in delta's literature. The 3450 rpm is industry standard for a 15 amp motor, so don't be worried about the misprint in the literature. The 1-3/4 horsepower motor is an upgrade over most contractor saws with 1-1/2 horsepower rating.
I think that Delta Machinery has corrected the "bugs" that some machines evidently had at the beginning of manufacture. I highly recommend this saw to serious woodworkers and believe it to be a good value and a good product.
This is not a Unisaw! However, it has many of the excellent features and quality workmanship of the unisaw, and if you do not use it commercially in a full time cabinet shop or similar business, the saw should give you many years of good service. I am a stickler for precision, and the saw required only minor adjustments to make it very accurate.
I did the "nickel" test, by standing a nickel on the table top. I started the saw, ran it for a few minutes, and turned the saw off and the nickel stayed standing! Once you break in the belt for a few minutes, the saw is very smooth. The longer I have the saw, the happier I am with my decision to purchase it!
Update - after owning and using this saw for over 6 months, and having done most of a bathroom remodel, including new base cabinets, chimney closet, and medicine chest made from red oak, the saw has performed flawlessly, even with many dado cuts, and rabbit cuts. I still have a sink vanity to build, and look foward to getting back in the shop when the weather warms enough for glue to set up.
This saw is the real deal! For someone who does not have the electrical for a 220 volt hookup, and the room for a unisaw, this saw is on the same quality with the unisaw, just not as much horsepower. I have been very, very satisfied!!! This is a great saw!
Sweet Saw July 4, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I had the saw for more than 6 months. It arrived OK and I had few problems assembling it. I read the other experiences so it was easier. The belt wouldn't go in, but then I noticed that the blade was not all the way down. The holes for the rear rail were of a smaller diameter and different thread so I drilled and tapped them. The Delta mobile base is bigger than the saw so it needs to be shimmed. I added a Rockler extension table putting the supports in the wings. I use a Forrest regular kerf blade without stiffener, a Freud 8" Super Dado and for melamine an Amana blade. They are very good. I am very sstisfied.
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