“It would have scored 5 out of 5 stars but there were a few missing pieces and the rays lowering cable snapped within the first week so I retrofitted with larger cable other than that very happy”
“I admire the design of my LM29, it's ability to be extended and the way a 20' mill arrives on a couple pallets. Assembly instructions were spot on and videos on YouTube were quite helpful. Mine is a 2018 model and I see the latest mills have further improvements. The plastic blade guards are floppy and seem flimsy, mine even have cuts through from the blade popping off under pressure when it gets dull. The water tank and hose are another concern. The tank is hard to remove during winter work and the water delivery hose system seems sketchy but works.”
“Overall I like Norwood, I’ve experienced great customer service. My biggest complaint would be the prices of attachments and upgrades seem kinda high to me. Also would be nice if more precision was used in the manufacturing of mill parts. Most bolt holes are oversized or slotted or both. Making assembly more difficult than necessary.”
“Overall I am happy with the mill (hd36v2). It does everything I hoped for, easy to operate and maintain.
Assembly of the mill was relatively easy but time consuming (4 full days), and some of the added options didn’t come with clear instructions or I needed to partially disassemble components to get the options i stalled.
I have had a few problems with the log stops, welds cracking and bending log stop risers. I feel this part of the mill could definitely be upgraded. Also the ceramic guides should be thrown out and upgraded to the roller bearings asap.”
“My mill is a Lumbermate 2000. It performs very well. I didn't give it 5 stars because I am not fond of the log dogs. I would prefer dogs that telescoped straight up or came in different lengths rather than swivel up. I would like to upgrade to a newer model but this mill is so good it doesn't seem worth it.”
“we are very happy so far with our hd38 with hydrolics. we have been using it for 3 months now and have produced lumber for two buildings here at our construction business. our biggest want would be on the hydrolics wish tjere was not a seperate motor for them, and the log loader could use some improvements. one the legs are tomshort to reach the ground . we have to block them.up and it cant handle larger logs. also when loading logs they get stuck on cross bunks rather than rolling right on deck. it als would be very nice to be abke to leave them part way up to stack slabs on to edge later. bit they need to be returned all the way down so saw head can pass.”
“Had my mn27 for two years. Learned a lot about sawing lumber. All in all, it's been a great machine. Sawmill tv is excellent for someone just getting into milling.”
“I like the sawmill. It works well for me. The reason for 4 stars is the handle broke the first week and the motor has a terrible bang noise. Seems to run and cut just fine. I also ordered the manual log turner. It is a joke.”
“I've had my LM2000 since around 2001 & have sawen a pile of lumber. Bought it mainly for my own use to deal with dieing trees I felt were to good to turn into firewood. Over the yrs. from word of mouth I've had many customers order lumber for numerous projects and all have commented how perfect the boards, siding, beams or what ever it was they order was the dimentions were perfect. Still cuts as accurate as the day I assembled it . My only gripe with the mill is the tentioning set up for the drive belt has a lot to be desired. Over all it's been one of the best investmants i've made.”
“Challenges I've encountered as a Norwood sawmill owner:
The frame design on the HD36v2 I purchased is insufficient to withstand the lateral forces that act upon it when using the hydraulic log clamp. The framerail will develop a visible bow.
The assembly instructions failed to address the need to line up the cross bunks and the hydraulic log loader, allowing a smooth transition of the log to roll from the loader to the bed. I strongly believe that an additional cross bunk should be included when purchasing the hydraulic log loader. The current number is insufficient to adequately support logs on the bed when spaced for the log loader.
The water flow control valve spins at the grommet. In addition, the spring loaded valve that controls the flow of water when throttling up/down does not stop the flow of water when engaged. The cable is adjusted to provide the maximum amount of spring pressure - still not enough.
The hydraulic reservoir sits too high. I've had logs sit on it without realizing - holding them off the cross bunks.
The housing of the jack stands is too tall. When setting up on fairly level ground, they stick up to where the plastic blade guards hit the handles when the sawhead is lowered to saw 1" boards. It should be about 1.5" shorter.
What I like:
I like that the sawmill can be lengthened, and that power options can be added.
I like how easy it is to change out blades.
I like that the trailer tongue is easily removed.
I like the ease in which both the Vanguard and the Honda engines start.”
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