“The log stops are not structurally sound they get bent in where the set screw holds it at the 90 degree angle. Also the pins holding the square stock in the brackets for the log stops and the sliding post to secure the log are bent so I can’t move it to different spots on the mill for different sized logs unless I cut those pins out and replace them.”
“I have really enjoyed my HD36v2. I would recommend starting with pine or another inexpensive wood to practice and learn on. The machine does everything it says it will. As a new sawyer, I had a learning curve on adjustments, leveling (buy a 6-foot level), and proper set up. But once the machine is "dialed in" it works flawlessly. I wish i had a solution for used blades.”
“This mill needs to be refined. Have had troubles with poor welding, soft steel parts bending and denting, and keeping saw guides aligned. The mill produces satisfactory lumber when everything is in order. Working with customer service to get issues fixed.”
“I have no previous experience with a sawmill so I have nothing to compare it to but this mill is fun to use and cuts well. I have owned it for just over a year now and have managed to cut many logs with it into usable lumber. I even made my own oak baseboards for one of the rentals I manage with the dimensional lumber I cut last year. I have had zero issues with my mill (that I didn't create on my own)! We all have to make a rookie mistake right? Customer service was responsive to my need for new parts once I cut into my log rest. I love working the mill and look forward to finding a way to market some of my services to others.”
“Works good. Had a clutch failure early and you sent me a new one and has worked good. I was cutting a 31" oak log a few weeks ago and it did slow down and stop a few times. I was not pushing very fast but that is a lot of hard wood to cut. Over all am very happy with it.”
