Problems with Jig Saw

[hockey2pt0]

I recently got a used Milwaukee jig saw that needed parts like the table and a new cord. The saw works, but the part that holds the blade doesn't move when the saw is running. Is there anything I can do to repair this or is the saw done? The model number is 6256 if that matters. Thanks

 

[rkevins]

you could check sears, if you don't have a breakdown, they have breakdowns and parts for lots of brands

 

[hockey2pt0]

Thanks, I know where I can get the parts like the table and cord. I just can't figure out what is wrong with the saw itself and was hoping someone here would know what the problem is so I can get the part to fix it.

 

[signcrafter]

Anything is fixable, depends on how much parts cost.

Take the saw apart and see what is going on. Somewhere between the motor and blade shaft something isn't right. Should be able to see if you take it apart. I've taken a couple biscuits saws apart before and they aren't to bad. Ereplacementparts.com has an illustrated parts list for your saw.

 

[hockey2pt0]

Anything is fixable, depends on how much parts cost.

Take the saw apart and see what is going on. Somewhere between the motor and blade shaft something isn't right. Should be able to see if you take it apart. I've taken a couple biscuits saws apart before and they aren't to bad. Ereplacementparts.com has an illustrated parts list for your saw.

I took the saw apart and found the problem. The pin that holds the roller that moves the blade sheared off and now half of it is stuck in the gear and the other half is with the roller. I can't figure out how to remove the sheared pin, I hope it is removable since it is less then a dollar part but if I can't remove it, the saw would need a new gear assembly which I don't want to replace. Any suggestions? Thanks

 

[signcrafter]

I took the saw apart and found the problem. The pin that holds the roller that moves the blade sheared off and now half of it is stuck in the gear and the other half is with the roller. I can't figure out how to remove the sheared pin, I hope it is removable since it is less then a dollar part but if I can't remove it, the saw would need a new gear assembly which I don't want to replace. Any suggestions? Thanks

Can you post a picture? Can you drive it out with a punch? Drill it out? Grind a slot in it with a dremel and use a flat head screwdriver to get it out?

 

[Milton Shaw]

Can you drill another hole on the other side of the gear and put a new pin there. Just leave the old one in if it's not in the way.

 

[hockey2pt0]

I'll see if I can get pictures soon. The new hole idea sounds good but I'm afraid I would drill a little off. I might just try again with a punch and a little more muscle, if that doesn't work, I'm gonna drill it out.