Hobbie Belt Grinder

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I think its time for me to move from the angle grinder/file/sanding block phase of this hobbie - emphasizing hobbie. Like to find a belt grinder that will fit my garage (small as possible) and budget (around the $500 mark.) I make knives only when inspired to not as a daily activity....usually. Also want to use this grinder for other daily grinding like shovels lawnmower blades etc.

Any suggestions?

Thanks...Curt
 
The Grizz is a big step up. I started with a lil 1X30, moved quickly to a 2X42 from crafstman that I got for 99$.....made a bunch of knives on it. Recently found a used KMG with accessories for a steal, and I doubt ill ever need anything else!

Definitely check out the grizz....ive never used one but a lot of the makers Ive read about had one at some time or another!
 
Guess the next question is what belts to start with and where to buy........

I'm working with carbon steel (O1 and files.)

Thanks again....Curt
 
Try this one it is a better machine in the long run and you can add more stuff as you go along,with a grizzly you are stuck with one speed and one wheel size

www.cootebeltgrinder.com
 
I use the cheap 80/ 60 grits off of ebay for my hoggin, then go to the real good belts past that. It really works out well for me.
 
Nathan

Good to have choices....

Even with the limitations of the Grizzley, it's far better than what I'm used to. I did give speed adjustment some thought. Planned to look into some of the in-line speed adjusters for power tools as an option.

Do you recommend a single-speed 1750 rpm motor changing speeds with variable pulleys or variable speed motor or both? Other speed control options?

Contact wheel diameter had not occured to me. Guess I'd like a recommendaion if you or anyone else have one.

Thanks...Curt

Frank

Cheap is good. Like the way you think....THanks.
 
My KMG has the pulleys, giving it three speeds. I call them:
1. Fast, Hot and Rough
2. Steady, Smooth and Quick
3. Slow, Methodical, and Precise.

Wow, did I just describe my bedroom habits?

Eventually I will go variable for sure. The pulleys get me by until then. After coming off a 2X42 craftsman, my first time grinding at slow speeds was a real eye opener...ill never go back!....things will never be the same!
 
Just some info you might be interested in. Grizzly offers their belt grinder without the motor/ buffer. This is what I have ben using for about 4-5 years now. I started with a 3 pulley system, but have since gone to DC variable speed, along with several other mods to the platen and wheels. All I grind anymore is flat and convex, so the need of another machine is really not needed, but a new KMG would be great. There are several threads here and over at KNET on the mods you can do to the Grizz grinder. I really think for a hobby maker you could do alot worse/Sears 2X42...,LOL.


Ken Beatty :thumbup:
 
cgdavid said:
Nathan

Good to have choices....

Even with the limitations of the Grizzley, it's far better than what I'm used to. I did give speed adjustment some thought. Planned to look into some of the in-line speed adjusters for power tools as an option.

Do you recommend a single-speed 1750 rpm motor changing speeds with variable pulleys or variable speed motor or both? Other speed control options?

Contact wheel diameter had not occured to me. Guess I'd like a recommendaion if you or anyone else have one.

Thanks...Curt

Frank

Cheap is good. Like the way you think....THanks.
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Curt,

The in-line speed controls, like this one , only work with universal motors.

The Coote machine has a good reputation and would be a solid choice.

There are two sizes (8" and 10") of contact wheels available for the Grizzly.

As Ken says, there are ways to change the speed of the Grizzly; take a peek here.

There is some info on other belt grinders (including homemade) available towards the bottom of this page.

Regards,
Greg
 
Dang....

Lots of information.....

Looked at some of the grizzley mods. I think I could pull some of that off.

One thing that gave me a hint was one grinder specifically mentioned the 10" contact wheel.

One I found very interesting but not so much grinder-related is the training wheel setup. Really good way for a beginner/hobbie grinder to imediately improve quality.

http://groups.msn.com/GrizzlyG1015/trainingwheelsbypatpercival.msnw

Another mod I found amusing at first but the more I thought about it it seemed kind of smart. A large pulley was put on the buffer end of the motor and a second motor with a small pulley ran that pulley - kind of a slow-speed auxillary motor. Anyway, lots of good stuff to concider.

Thanks again
 
I don't use big wheels when I grind I do all hollow grinds and I never use any wheels bigger than and eight wheel,it gives a very deep hollow grind which is pleasing to the eye.

That said I grind on all 1 inch wide wheels,some of the best grinders also use them the one that comes to mind is Walter Brend

If can swing it go with a VS motor and drive,check ebay,that is were I picked up a control for a very good price...

you may want to check out Surplus Center. also..I think it is easier to grind on a small wheels,once you get the bevel started you can really feel when you are in it.
 
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