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[Toolmaker51]

Part of the issue with bandsaws for sale, being presented horizontal & "vertical".
When elevated, the worm is no longer at end of gearcase bathed in lubricant, darn ol' gravity. Just being wet, lasts only so long. Worms and right angle drives depend on circulation, not especially pumped or splashed, but continual.
Locations of drive and exit shaft, fill and drain plugs, and especially the sight plug are best clue. Not aware what lubes are recommended, subbing true gear for non-detergent motor oil would likely help. Additives; YMMV.

[albertq]

Very nice solution, well done Celsoari.

[tonyfoale]

I have a horizontal band saw with that exact same problem. "Someday" I hope to find all of the puzzle pieces in my collection of things to complete that same job. Might be easier to just buy a new bandsaw, but where is the fun in that. For now, my portable band saw will have to do.

Try this. Homemade vertical bandsaw.