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With a few parts it does work,
August 18, 2008
By justron
from So Cal, S.C.
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"The belt is adjusted, with a tension nut on the side if the vertical assy does ot bend. I use a few L brackets , some ready rod, turn buckel to keep it stable.
This keeps the belt centered to the drive and idle spool. China engeering at its min. cost effective."
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Professional
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4
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Grinder sander,
August 11, 2008
By Dkcflyer
from Chicago, IL
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"Got to line up the sanding belt properly but unit is great for the home handymen or even for the professional if grinding and sanding is an occasional need. I use it at home and find it to be great for my needs."
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Professional
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1
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Grinder,
April 14, 2008
By balernbud
from Wi
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"Poor quality had to return first one , did not have enough power to run the sander belt 2nd one works but unsure for how long. Purchase a better quality one if you want it to last."
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Professional
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5
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Bench Grinder,
January 21, 2008
By MJK1
from NJ
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"For the money, one of the handiest bench tools to hacve if you do any small metal fabrication. Mine has taken a fair bit of abuse, and not missed a beat."
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Home Handyman
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5
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Tough little grinder,
January 21, 2008
By MCHorseshoeing
from Enfield, Connecticut
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"I have had this grinder in the back of my shoeing rig for two plus years now. It has been exposed to all maner of weather extremes, went through a truck wreck and was thrown all over the place, it still works like a dream, better than some of my bigger grinders in my shop. I have been very pleased with it's performance. With a good grit sanding belt, it eats right through metal."
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Professional
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Disappointment,
January 21, 2008
By GarageDweller
from Conowingo, MD
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"This product was a disappointment as soon as the box was opened. I received pre-stripped screws and a adjustment knob that was not willing to work for anyone. Still unable to get the sander to work for more than one job at a time before the belt locks up, won't stay in line. The cheap metal guides are more of a hindrance then useful. Little more agitating is that Northern doesn't sell replacement belts for this product even if you do get it working. I would not recommend this to you."
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Professional
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4
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1/2 hp bench grinder,
October 29, 2007
By Autobyla
from Dayton, OH
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"Overall very happy with this product. Guards and safety sheilds are a little flimsy but the grinder/belt sander is very useful. Wish it had more power for larger grinding projects, but for the do-it-yourselfer it is a great tool for deburring and cleanup."
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Home Handyman
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5
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Bench grinder-sander,
September 20, 2007
By BigTom
from KC,MO
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"I have been using this little grinder for over a year now . The only problem i have had is with the belt adjustment device, once you have it set , it is pretty much trouble free. Belt life is very good and I use it almost every day. Very good buy for the money."
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Professional
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4
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Suited for the task.,
July 13, 2007
By Tazz
from Ohio
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"Overall the product fit into my shop and allowed me the perfect compromise to have a grinder and a sander all in one. My shop is small so the more multi-functional the tool the better. I have used it many times and it has performed well every time. The only issue I encountered was with the belt sander side of the product needed more adjustment than stated in the instructions. I was able to overcome this issue by removing the belt and starting the adjustment from the beginning. I had contacted customer service to see if anything was suggested or if a problem had occured before and there had not and if I could not resolve the issue then all I need to do was return it with the number given and I would recieve a new unit."
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Professional
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1
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bench grinder,
March 7, 2007
By rovin
from Canton, Ma
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"I purchased the 1/2 hp grinder above. The pulley for belt sander was not true to the motor shaft. The bore was wrong. I could not get it to operate. I disguarded that part of unit. I added another grinding wheel that I had in my shop. So far the grinder is ok. It has plenty of power for my needs. Not impresed with the quality."
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Home Handyman
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