DW735 Planer Deep-Dive Maintenance
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- čas přidán 12. 07. 2020
- Learn how to do "deep-dive" lubrication and Thermal Overload Switch replacement on your DeWalt DW735 Thickness Planer in this video. Stiff drive chains and/or dry roller bushings can cause the motor to overheat from extra friction and trip the protective thermal overload switch but proper lubrication will maintain peak performance and keep downtime to a minimum.
Continual tripping of the Thermal Overload Switch causes it to become overly sensitive and prone to tripping frequently requiring replacement. There's more than a few pro-tips for making this responsible maintenance go quickly and smoothly so check out the video to save time by learning from my mistakes!
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I just bought this Dewalt planer DW735 and it was only used once but over 10 years ago. when i started it up , the rollers weren't turning . this video was 100% very helpful !!! great Job!!!
Glad to hear it Scott... now that your new toy is up and running you might be interested in this NLC video showing ongoing maintenance for peak performance: czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html
To prevent cross threading, turn screws backwards until you hear a click, or feel the threads seat/align, then tighten as normal.
Lots of good info here. Thanks for the maintenance reminder... Those " #1 Phillips" screws can be loosened, usually without stripping, if you take the bit and grind off the sharp point to make it more like the tip from a #2. The bit will then seat deeper into the screw head and grip like it should. The bits/screwdrivers called "#1 Phillips" are more like the "Reed & Prince" of days gone by; a slightly steeper angle and more pointy. That's why they slip. I've been nipping off a bit of the tip for 30-ish years and haven't had much of a problem since. Cheers from Alberta, Canada.
Thanks for the additional tips and insight... definitely worth paying more attention to the fit of tip and screw to avoid the frustration I felt with a less-than-great tip/screw fit!
Best,
Matt
Thanks for putting this video together. It helped me install a new carriage, basically having to take the entire planer apart. You're absolutely right about other videos not doing some of things you did. Your unfettered behavior made it that much more enjoyable.
Excellent video, I've had my 735 for over 10 years and between your two maintenence videos have a whole new level to attain. Its particularly gummed up with pine pitch making faux beams I saw on your other videos. I feel like a kid again watching the New Yankee Workshop! Thank you and keep the vids coming.
Thanks to the detailed descriptions in your video, I was able to easily remove, service and replace the rollers, easily. I'm glad now I took the drive and idler chains off to inspect these, as the rear roller was gummed-up so badly, it would barely turn even when applying quite a bit of force.
You mentioned that you made note of the offset in the roller blocks; The thin portion goes up toward the spring. I also noticed that there in a notch machined on the opposite side that was referenced toward the center of the roller. I also made sure to keep the blocks matched to the end they came off of, as tolerances may differ on each end.
I added a small amount of grease on both sides of the thin washer that's installed between the drive sprocket on the gear box and the gear box roller shaft bushing. As the roller turns, it will (hopefully) help to prevent any further wear.
My planer was given to me by my Father-In-Law who used it frequently, for over 13 years. Somehow the upper assembly had shifted downward toward the left-rear, so that the left-rear was sitting about 5/32" lower than the rest of the upper assembly.
Seeing as how I had most of the machine apart to begin with - *your* video was an added step in its *deep-dive maintenance*.
I'd like to also add that your tip to replace the screws with the 5mm x 10mm button head was a great idea as well! Channels like yours are always a pleasure to watch and learn from, so thank you - again.
Thanks for watching and commenting on this one... thanks as well for adding so many useful insights from your experience in getting your planer up and running like it was meant to!
I'm sure you will find as I have that a little bit of TLC goes a long way in the performance of your like new dw735! 😎
Best, Matt
Simply the most outstanding video on maintenance for this Dewalt planer that I have seen. Thank you so much for putting this together especially having the links for the lubricants and the screws that I am also purchasing for mine!
Love your videos and your humor. Great as always.
Quality information in a Quality video... I just replaced my straight cutter heads with a Shelix segmented cutter head. It is the second best thing I've done with that planer. the best thing I've done with it was to follow your plans for maintenance. I had to laugh when you started talking about the problem getting the rollers installed. Instead of fighting gravity, use it as a tool.
Thanks again for the in-depth video. I love these videos and all the tips and tricks you include.
Always very clear and thoughtful explanation. Thank you.
That was an excellent video. I have the same machine and will now plan to do the same maintenance on mine, and now I know how to do it. Thanks Matt.
Thanks Matt, this vid was extremely informative being that I have the same planer.. Love your content...
My husband has one of this planers and I’ll definitely show your video to him. He hasn’t done any type of maintenance so I really appreciate you sharing your experience and tips. Thank you!
Show him the 'Care and Feeding' video too Miriam... it's likely that your husband will find that video more applicable than this in the short term. czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html Planer performance can degrade quickly and lead to disappointing results that basic maintenance will help significantly. Best, Matt
Thank you so much for this video - great explanation of the process and tups to make it easier. I have this same planer and have done no maintenance to it since i got it - definately going to do it now thanks to you.
Great informative video brother. I have this planer and I will do this deep cleaning this weekend. THANK YOU!
Thanks for the tip on shifting the blades and will definitely clean the pieces before running them through.
Well thought out and presented. I will be doing the deep dive maintenance procedure. Good job outta you!
This is great!! I’ve been waiting for a while on a comprehensive video on the DW735, so thanks! I recently replaced mine, but the first one lasted a good 12 years+ ! Definitely worth the $$ especially if space is a premium.
Thanks Matt, I just bought the same machine a few months back so this will come in handy once I get a few more boards through it.
Good input on the 3mm screws
Thanks Matt. Great tips, very helpful.
That was a clever idea, having 'Chip' button up the machine while you did a bit of a commercial. A little humor and a time saver.
I'm picking my new DW735 up today and your videos are excellent! Thank you, Sir.
I don't have a planer, but thank you for the detailed information on servicing this planer and all the detailed explanations and projects that you make.
great video and very informative. truly professionally done. dewalt should be proud.
This video is really helpful! it helped me to locate the problem I had with my planer.
liked to have seen a board go thru that inverted position - oh well, i'm sure somebody will film it. great video!
I'm used to larger, corded routers czcams.com/users/postUgkxfQ5_mgwq6PcudJvAH25t-I4D-3cTPz4z so this was a different experience for me. Basically, this is an incredibly sweet machine, fits well in the hand, etc. It has slightly less power than I'm used to, but that's understandable. Maneuvering freehand takes some practice. These days, it's especially nice to be able to avoid power cords. This is above the level of a hobbyist but below a pro level.
Found your video extremely helpful in fang as broken sprocket, due to a bound roller. Great “outside the box” thinking to turn it over. Went further and removed the four bolts holding the base to gain full access to the rollers and screws. Thanks for helping me salvage the planer.
Glad to provide a little insight into what you're up against for an in-depth repair like your sprocket repair... kudos on salvaging your planer! Sometimes a bit of TLC like this will prevent bigger problems later on: czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html
Full disclosure: I've broken sprockets in the past when I didn't heed my own advice for routine maintenance😬😎
Best, Matt
Nice job sir. Very insightful, indeed! Thanks
Excellent session, you make it look so easy. The DW735 is a workhorse but as you demonstrated, maintenance is required. Thanks for taking us thru the steps A-Z.
Thanks! BTW this video covers more routine maintenance I do and recommend for the DW735 Thickness Planer:j
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to minimize the need for 'deep dive' measures in this video.
I too have a DW735. It is ready for a deep cleaning. Thanks for the video and all the tips.
Make sure to check out the Care and Feeding video too (if you haven't already): czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html thanks for watching... and subscribing!
Very cool maint. process man, I am thinking about buying the DeWalt planner like yours or the latest model and now I will know how to do maintenance when it's needed. Thanks.
Great job I watch your channel a lot. You remind me of my father who was know as tool man genius.
Outstanding video Matt! I have this same planer and admit that I have not done this deep dive clean / lube. With that said and your video I am going to order the screws and get into this maintenance task! Thanks for posting, very helpful!
All I need to say is JOB WELL DONE! You taught me how to better keep my Dewalt thickness planer in top working condition. I enjoy watching your videos.
Great maintenance video.
Lots of great info and ideas here (using tape to make a label recording the maintenance, upgrading the screws, and lubricating the chains with T-9), thank you for taking the time to film and post!
Youbetcha Mike... thanks for being a subscriber to the Channel! Best, Matt
fantastic video -- perhaps one of the best i have seen -- helped me solve the same problem you had -- planed hard maple all afternoon without a problem -- thank you
Thank you so much! I had no idea how to remove the rollers and inspect and or replace them if needed. I appreciate your efforts.
Thanks for this video! Great info and lots of helpful ideas.
Fantastic! I did the deep dive maintenance which fixed the poor feed by the rollers. Really appreciate the tutorial.
Great video, I like the way you overcome issues, thoughtfully and creatively. Nice also to see careful and considered risk taking and mitigation in a world that safety would like to see covered in Nerf but then there’s some who don’t consider risk....
A world 'covered in Nerf...' LOL!! 😂😂😎
thank you for your video it was just what i needed to fix mine , Thank you again Eric
You're welcome... the repairs aren't all that difficult but a bit of insight into what you're getting into is nice 😉😎 As follow up: I found that loose blade connectors on my thermal switch was the main cause of my planer tripping out but it does run more smoothly with everything cleaned up and bearings lubed... Best, Matt
This is a fantastic video! You’re precise and thorough in everything you do and more importantly, what you say. I appreciate the recommendations regarding fastener replacement. I’m finding it necessary to replace a sprocket on the transmission side and I may as well perform the maintenance. My DW735 has served me well for 15 years.
Wow, great video. Got the same exact planer, I recently switched out my thermal breaker through the switch hole. Worked, but was a finger twisting experience! I can see a full maintenance on my planer in the near future, thanks for the great content!
I feel your pain Ken... had the same miserable experience the first time before getting older and schmarter!
I recently replaced the thermal overload switch on my 735 and didn't know about that hidden screw. Ugh! Thankfully the plastic cover is malleable enough I was able to bend it out far enough to replace the switch. Now I know for the future. Thanks Matt
Thanks for doing this video. I had broken both sprockets on the transmission/gearbox side. I replaced both sprockets and drivebelt but a problem somewhere. After watching the video I tore apart to clean. I found a sized bushing on the back roller. Replaced with new roller and bushings, problem solved!
You're sure welcome Rick as your situation is a common but infrequent problem for this planer and a good part of the motivation to produce the video so I'm glad to hear it helped you out
Thanks much, a few years on, this video is still the best overview and info on this problem and some great suggestions for the process. Much appreciated.
That tool you showed at the end look MIGHTY interesting! Great breakdown of planer maintenance.
Thx Greg... I can't wait to share how much you know about just how interesting that little tool is my friend! Spoiler Alert: anyone who happens to read this thread will be surprised to learn how much more Greg's Garage knows about that little tool than he's letting on in his comment! Stay tuned!!
thank you for sharing, exactly the video I needed today.
You're sure welcome... good luck with your deep-dive maintenance session! 😎
Excellent video I always appreciate your resourcefulness and detail I'm getting ready to clean up my dw735, I've watched your other video on clean up before and was looking for it to watch again when I found this one. Thanks Mike
Kudos for giving your DW735 a bit of TLC Michael... I can tell you from experience that it works better and lasts longer when you treat it with attention and respect even if you work it hard...
Best,
Matt
Great video as always. I just took a deep dive into your store! My wife found me the DW 735 at a garage sale a few years ago for $125. Just needed the drive belt and a new power cord and cleaning, lube and knives. I bought a spherical head later, but have not started the install yet because I struggle every time I open up the thing. Maybe no more after watching this video.
Hey great idea for you, a NLC blade changeout from straight to spherical! I would pay to see that!
Thanks again for an awesome deep dive.
Thanks for the tips in this video. I just put a Shelix cutter head into my dw735. It’s a terrific upgrade. I’m going to go thru these tune up steps next.
Great video, valuable info. I just purchased a new DW735x Planer, but I watched this maintenance video in it's entirety anyway. Subscribed. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for the sub... and for watching this video. Hopefully it will be a LONG time before you need to do any deep-dive maintenance. In the meantime you might appreciate the more routine/periodic maintenance and blade-changing stuff I show in this video: czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html
BTW The part about waxing the planer platen is the most frequent TLC I give to my planer...
Best,
Matt
Thanks again, this video was fantastic!
Grazie, bel video molto interessante, e grazie alle tue spiegazioni su questa pialla, come le descrizioni molto dettagliate, per la giusta manutenzione, apprezzo molto di più il prodotto, che spero di acquistare molto presto. Grazie mille
I can't thank you enough for these videos. You saved me from experiencing the issues you did! Forgot to come thank you back in June when I installed my Shelix cutterhead, and your deep dive maintenance. I purchased my unit used so taking it apart for a clean and tune up was a must. I used your amazon links to purchase some of the suggested items. Grateful for all the knowledge you shared!
You're sure welcome... thanks for watching AND using those links! Glad to hear you found this helpful. You may have come across this general maintenance video already but here's a link in case you haven't : czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html The video shows exactly what I do to get peak performance out of a great planer...
Best, Matt
Great video
Thanks for the info 👍 good job 😊
Just like a Boss! Great vid! TY
Thanks for the informative video.
Have small shop myself. 😎
Just found you and definitely subscribed. Looking forward to other videos; have to review this one and will hit the tip jar.
Thanks for the tips. You've reminded me that I need to break my DW735 down and give it some lovin'.
I've learned the hard way - have a spare v-belt. I have a Craftman 12" bandsaw that has belts made much like the DW735, only smaller. Those belts (even the after market ones) seem to want to dry out and fall a part at the most inopportune time.
Sir, thank you so much - really, excellent video.
Excellent video and now I feel comfortable replacing my rollers. Too late but good luck and I hope the safety switch held.
Awesome video Just bought my new DW 735 will for sure keep your video for future maintenance and yes I did subscribe to your channel you do a great job
Thanks Sea Ray... if you use the info in this video for regular maintenance: czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html you shouldn't need to do a 'deep dive' for a LONG time 😎
Best, Matt
PS Thx for the sub!
Thanks so much for helping thousands of woodworkers that own this product. I doubt I would have even thought about doing the maintenance you did if you hadn't shown us how.
You're welcome TopG... you'll find, like I do, how much better performance and results you get out of your DW735 by doing some of these steps. Have you seen this other planer video I did?: czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html The more routine mantenance it shows helps extend the life and increase the performance of this venerable workshop workhorse! Best, Matt
Really interesting and informative video.
I just joined a MakerSpace and got an introduction to the Wood Lab. One session on the Planer I was hooked. I was given a 2006 DW735 that wouldn't feed with only about 10 hours on it. Wasn't sure if I could fix it but wanted to try. This video and the Care and Feeding gave me wonderful instructions on how to take it apart and diagnose the problem. Broken sprocket on the drive chain. I ordered the part tonight and now on to the Deep Dive Cleaning. Your video is so good, even an old lady with no experience is looking good. I signed up as a subscriber right away and looking forward to a great education.
Great tutorial. Thanks!
Thanks for the tutorial. I need to take mine apart and do some mantenance.👍👍
It's a good idea to take care of more routine stuff first because it's often all that's needed for peak performance...
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but there's always the Deep Dive if more is required...
Best, Matt
Well done - thanks.
As always video packed with lots of good content. The only one issue I have with this planer is it's weight. I know that's good weight which means quality but when you have bad back it's no fun to manhandle a beast like that. Good job sir and thank you
It might be time for some brushes for the drive motor. At the end of their life, they can draw a larger load. I don't know if they are replaceable, but it's worth a shot. Love the videos! I started a workbench cabinet with drawers for my dad's old workbench. It has turned into quite a project and reminds me how much I really don't enjoy working with wood. I'm a metal guy! Every time I start a wood project, I sell all my tools when I am done. I don't have the artistic ability that one needs for woodworking but I do enjoy these videos that you work so hard to put out! Thanks again.
Phenomenal video! Thank you for posting this.
Glad you enjoyed it! Looks like you've invested a good deal of time and effort building up your channel... I wish you all the best in your endeavors! Best, Matt
I found this vid looking for a reason that my rollers didn't seem to pull material through like they used to....Turning it upside down should make it easier to clean them.....I should also check and lube the chains........I did recently replace my steel blades with some carbide blades, they were just over $100.....what a difference in operation.
I thought about the spiral type cutters but couldn't justify the cost at this point in my career......then again if I hit the lottery.....Since I move my planer around I was always short on reaching outlets so awhile back I replaced the cord with a longer heavier gauge one....I have a set of rollers I picked up several years ago......after watching this vid, I may tackle that job...
Sometimes the low-level maintenance tips shown in this video are all it takes to get your machine back up and running 'like it used to': czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html
Best, Matt
Your video was helpful when I recently did a deep cleaning of my 735. By accident (poor choice of words), I did a couple of things differently. My initial plan was to turn/replace the blades. As I took the blades off and started cleaning, I decided to leave turning the blades until the end for safety reasons. Second, your idea of turning the unit upside down inspired me to go one step farther- remove the base. This gave plenty of working space. It comes with a caveat. Initially, it wasn’t easy getting the posts properly aligned so the head would raise and lower smoothly. I’ll skip the details and jump to the solution. Turn each post by hand until each end is level with its housing. I used a small, metal ruler across the housing. Since the posts need to be raised to accept the base, I indexed each post using a sharpie>turned each post the same number of revolutions>set the base in place >insert the screws finger tight careful not to move the posts>used a wrench on the flats to hold the post in place while tightening the screws down. The End.
Kudos for taking this Deep Dive to a 'next level' Bob! I've never gone that deep and, frankly, have been intimidated by what might be required to get the 'timing' of chain & sprockets on all 4 columns so that the cutterhead is perfectly aligned with the platen. Your experience and explanation help reduce that anxiety though so thanks for that!
Proof is in the pudding. To test I planed a 1.5” wide board on the right side, then again on the left side. The left side planed off less than 1/128” more than right side. I had to hold myself back from trying for perfection 🤔
What a great video! The only thing complaint I have is that the reason I found your video was because I was looking for a video that showed how to maintain the height adjustment crank. I fortunately, you didn’t cover that part. Thanks again for this video. It helped with all the other stuff.
Great video👍👍👍
I don't own a DW735, but watched it anyway for lessons that might apply to my planar, and while there weren't any i could see, one tip I did find useful wasto replace Phillips head screws with cap screws. Then I thought, if they are knurled, they would be even better. I will now be looking for places to use such screws. Thanks Matt.
Thanks, very helpful
Great video ☺️
Matt: "My phone is always syncing so I named it Titanic." That's the best line I've heard in years. Great video(s) as always Matt, much appreciated.
I stole that from someone more clever than I but always glad to pay it forward! Best, Matt
Greetings from Humboldt County Ca. Just found your channel on DeWalt 735 deep dive. Found you easy to watch, very informative. Just a thank you for your efforts and time it takes to produce a quality video. Thumbs up and subscribe.
You're welcome and thanks for both the thumbs up and sub, Bob!
Best,
Matt
If you think I am criticizing you or your techniques, I am not. I respect your knowledge and skill and I appreciate your willingness to share. I also recognize that you make difficult things look easy because of your experience. Thank you.
It's all good Chris... sorry if any of my replies to you come across as snarky... I save that for the trolls who have it coming! Thanks for watching and commenting here! Best, Matt
Excellent video, thanks for the great info and presentation. I’ve got the 735X and it’s a Type 1 so that base plate cannot be replaced. Mine is scratched badly so I had to order a replacement base, the whole thing ... at a cost of $200. I’m going to replace it tomorrow so I started searching CZcams and found this. Instruction on replacing the base is not in this video so I will continue searching but I wanted to thank you for this great content
Thank you so much for the video! I really feel like I know the planer inside and out.
You're welcome Dan... you might appreciate this regular maintenance video too if you've not seen it already: czcams.com/video/r_yEwlsYGbU/video.html
Best, Matt
Excellent!
I love my planer ! Thanks for the instructions..... and sneaky sneaky with that power wand you were holding there at the end....... can’t wait to see what it is! Lol
'power wand' LOL! It has a specific purpose and solves a problem that seams impossible to correct... I can't wait to show you 'what it is' either! Stay tuned...
I love Boeshield. It works great. And, yes, I worked for Boeing for nearly 36 years!!! 😎
thanks for the video and the sharing of your knowledge\
This is the first video that ever made me even consider supporting a CZcamsr on Patreon. That's saying a lot...
Subscribed and please keep up the good work.
That's quite a compliment Tayo... much appreciated! Thanks for watching and commenting...
Best, Matt
Had an awful high pitched sound coming from somewhere on my planer. Suspected it was from the rollers or cutter head. DW735 had about 1 hour use so it was brand new. Followed your video exactly, turned it on after greasing it all and the high pitched whine sound is gone. Just the normal, terribly loud noise it always makes. Still not sure exactly what it was, but it seems fine now. Your video is awesome because you explain what all the parts do and how it works as your taking it apart. Very helpful. Also flipping it on its back made it way easier!!
Very good demo
Luckily I watched your video before starting the maintenance on my planer. Thanks a lot for saving me a lot of hassles. I took your advice and switched screws. The Sand Flex worked great although I have no idea what it is made of. Seems kind of like a gritty eraser. The label makes it sound like it's for removal of rust/tarnish/etc from metal so it should come in handy. Turning the planer upside down is so obvious (once you think of it). Thanks again for the time saving tips.
I love this video! Huge help but I did one thing different. I turned the planner upside down and removed the bottom. Made everything much easier!
Thanks! Good idea... probably easier than it sounds so I'll keep it in mind for future maintenance.
This was my first adventure with you. I found you because I'm thinking about getting the 735. I just had triple bypass surgery 12 days ago and I want to get started doing woodworking and art together. That was a fantastic video I just watched and I wish I could become a patreon and maybe someday I will. Thanks so much for your deep dive.
Thanks for watching and commenting... all the best for this new season in life!
Great video really appreciate all the info !