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using thicker blade on Fastrak SD60

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raldem7

The recommended medium lift blade (600901) looks to be 0.2 inches thick. I was looking at another brand that should be the same except it has a thickness of 0.25 inches. At that many RPM, I would appreciate a second opinion. The replacement blade is a Fusion priced about the same as the OEM. The OEM blade and Fusion blade(91-239) cost almost twice as much as other Oregon blades. Also, how much longer (on average) would the harder blades hold an edge compared to the softer steel?

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RD


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Larry R

raldem7 said:
The recommended medium lift blade (600901) looks to be 0.2 inches thick. I was looking at another brand that should be the same except it has a thickness of 0.25 inches. At that many RPM, I would appreciate a second opinion. The replacement blade is a Fusion priced about the same as the OEM. The OEM blade and Fusion blade(91-239) cost almost twice as much as other Oregon blades. Also, how much longer (on average) would the harder blades hold an edge compared to the softer steel?

Thanks,
RD
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The heavier blade will help in cutting with the extra weight for centrifugal force, just a little slower on rpm buildup. The harder blades are worth the difference.


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