Retrofitting a G0555 with a 1.5hp motor

Nothing?

I doubt anything is stopping people but there are quite a few more features on the X model than just an extra 1/2hp.

-- -- Rick M.

JG, I have the G0555P which has the 1 HP, I’m sure you have your reasons for larger motor but just thought I’d give some insight on mine, the single HP has done everything I’ve wanted it to do which entails resawing logs up to 12” wide (riser kit) though I’m using a 1/2” blade which does just fine, I’ve never felt a need for more HP.

As for as your question goes, I see no reason you can’t do a swap, but you might want to keep the original just in case there’s a warranty conflict.

-- Randy - If I'm not on LJ's then I'm making Saw Dust. Please feel free to visit my store location at http://www.facebook.com/randy.blackstock.custom.wood.designs

Would a larger motor put more strain / stress on other parts of the saw (i.e. the bearings)?

For the cost differential, I would buy the better saw and know that everything was designed to work together.

-- Jesse, Saint Louis, Missouri

I can’t think of any reason you couldn’t upgrade the motor. But unless you’re constantly resawing green telephone poles, why would you want to?

Have you checked the price of a 1740 rpm 1.5 hp motor?

-- Tim-- http://www.tmuli.com