KAPEX Poll regarding motor

[JFitz]

I would like to ask for a simple poll regarding the Kapex.
Who has had to send their saw in for motor service or replacement within the 1st 3 years of ownership and who has had no motor issues within the 1st 3 years of ownership regarding the motor.
If you have had motor issues, I would also be interested in your service experience if it was positive or troublesome.
I have read plenty of positive and negative reviews regarding this saw, so I am not looking for reviews, just looking to compare numbers to see if more people who participate in this forum have had no motor issues, or more have had problems.
I really want this saw, since it has everything I am looking for except a reliable motor (Based on posted reviews).

 

[copcarcollector]

No issues with my saw

 

[ccarrolladams]

I own the first and second Kapex delivered in Los Angeles as well as 8 other Kapex used by two businesses I founded. Some are used more hours per day than others. All receive ordinary preventive maintenance.

Not one of my Kapex has ever suffered a failure. All of the original motors continue to work fine.

I am good friends with many woodworkers. None of my Kapex owning friends has had motor problems.

 

[Arvid]

i have had two since the first month of introduction in the states. one seems weekly shop use one sees weekly job site use. never a problem with either motor.

 

[Distinctive Interiors]

I've had my 240volt Kapex for over 2 years, never had a single problem with it!

 

[waho6o9]

No issues with my saw either.

 

[cred]

Had my Kapex for ~2 years with regular use, no motor (or other) issues at all

 

[live4ever]

4 years, light hobby DIY use.  No issues.

 

[peter halle]

Owner for 6 years - no issue

Peter

 

[ajones]

You have read a lot about the saw. a poll is meaningless if you want one just go and buy one.

 

[McNally Family]

I would like to ask for a simple poll regarding the Kapex.
Who has had to send their saw in for motor service or replacement within the 1st 3 years of ownership and who has had no motor issues within the 1st 3 years of ownership regarding the motor.
If you have had motor issues, I would also be interested in your service experience if it was positive or troublesome.
I have read plenty of positive and negative reviews regarding this saw, so I am not looking for reviews, just looking to compare numbers to see if more people who participate in this forum have had no motor issues, or more have had problems.
I really want this saw, since it has everything I am looking for except a reliable motor (Based on posted reviews).

Really?  A second thread regarding the same issue?  Why not focus on your original thread:
http://festoolownersgroup.com/festo...eviews-before-purchasing/msg477664/#msg477664

Personally, I don't think anyone but you can make the decision to purchase this saw.  Armed with a 30 day return policy and a solid 3-year warranty, I'm not sure why you don't simply purchase the saw and start enjoying it's capability.  As already suggested, when you near the end of your 3-year warranty, if your still concerned, sell your saw and purchase another one.  If this is for business, you can write off the costs. 

 

[Wittler1507]

Absolutely no problems with mine, think it's coming on 4 yrs old now.

 

[John Bates]

Mine required a new armature and field, very expensive but I enjoyed what the saw did for me.
If you want one, buy one. If you think it might go wrong, buy one that you think won't. Good luck.

 

[nickao]

This isn't a poll. A real poll is better attached to the first thread and this thread eliminated.

I dont like the saw, but two threads on it? It makes no sense.

Can the moderator just add a real Poll Question and attach it to the original thread. Maybe questions could be:

Festool Kapex Poll

1) no issue with saw
2) issue with motor before warranty
3) issue with motor after warranty
4) other issue

Two threads on the same exact thing isnt going to make getting the OP's question answered in a way the results can easily be found, a poll will.

 

[pettyconstruction]

Buy the saw,use it for 2 years 10 mos ,and send it in for a fix.
Done

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[JFitz]

I would like to ask for a simple poll regarding the Kapex.
Who has had to send their saw in for motor service or replacement within the 1st 3 years of ownership and who has had no motor issues within the 1st 3 years of ownership regarding the motor.
If you have had motor issues, I would also be interested in your service experience if it was positive or troublesome.
I have read plenty of positive and negative reviews regarding this saw, so I am not looking for reviews, just looking to compare numbers to see if more people who participate in this forum have had no motor issues, or more have had problems.
I really want this saw, since it has everything I am looking for except a reliable motor (Based on posted reviews).

Really?  A second thread regarding the same issue?  Why not focus on your original thread:
http://festoolownersgroup.com/festo...eviews-before-purchasing/msg477664/#msg477664

Personally, I don't think anyone but you can make the decision to purchase this saw.  Armed with a 30 day return policy and a solid 3-year warranty, I'm not sure why you don't simply purchase the saw and start enjoying it's capability.  As already suggested, when you near the end of your 3-year warranty, if your still concerned, sell your saw and purchase another one.  If this is for business, you can write off the costs.

The thread you referenced was me looking for positive feedback. I heard the negatives, heard the positives and now needed to quantify the numbers, that is where I find comfort in large purchases, which this is for me. It is not my intention to waste time, words or take up server space.
I like your sugestion about taking advantage of 30 day trial and warranty. It looks like that will be the route I take. Thanks to the forum for the feedback, time and patience

 

[Davesbuildtips]

Over a year, moderate to light use...love it, never a problem.

 

[Michael1960]

No problems in the last two + years

 

[Elmar50]

2.5 years and an occasional brownout behavior but no failures. Does what I bought it to do- so far.

 

[morts10n]

First Kapex had motor failure after 4 yrs. 2nd Kapex had motor failure after 18 months. Single user, 3/4 hardwood and sheet good trimming. Never used without dust collection, and never abused. Both repaired motors are louder than original motors....I'm crossing my fingers!!