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Post by akansan on Jan 22, 2010 19:19:01 GMT -5
Okay now that the motor question seems to resolving itself, it's time for the next set of questions. The angle iron stand my dad built for my first grinder is perfect for the new grinder. With the exception on hole placement, the width and length of the top is the same. Holes are about 1 1/2" further apart, but that's not the real question.
What would be the best thing to put between the stand and the grinder? My first grinder was mounted directly to the stand, but I wasn't sure if that was standard or just what my dad did. Should I add a piece of wood? If so, what thickness would be best? (Likewise, plywood or solid?)
Next, the saw came with two rubber feet - about 1" tall and 1" in diameter - that go between the saw frame and whatever it gets bolted to. There's only two, not four (only missing pieces in the entire saw!). Instructions mention the rubber feet are used to absorb vibration and balance the saw. If this is the case, any ideas where I can purchase two additional rubber feet? Or can I skip the rubber feet? It's going to be mounted on a sturdy wood table.
Hopefully these are my last questions. Can't wait to get them both up and running!
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Post by johnjsgems on Jan 22, 2010 20:02:26 GMT -5
Most of the factory stands could be mounted either way. Most grinders are bolted to a wood base board and the stand was made to drop the base board in and bolt down. Some people bolted directly to a sturdy work bench as well. As far as the saw it should be fine without the feet. If you have a vibration issue set it on a scrap of carpet.
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number21
having dreams about rocks
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Post by number21 on Jan 22, 2010 20:35:04 GMT -5
Can you post pictures of what you have. Does the rubber feet have just a hole through the center which a bolt goes through or does it have a thread and stud molded into the rubber? You may just want to take the rubber feet to a good hardware store (not a lowes or home depot) and show them to a clerk and see if they have anything close. Just my 2 cents, good luck.
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Post by akansan on Jan 22, 2010 20:56:19 GMT -5
The rubber feet just have the hole a bolt goes through. Sorry for the poor pictures - my camera batteries were dead so I just used my cell phone. The feet: My grinder stand:
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Post by Woodyrock on Jan 23, 2010 0:29:51 GMT -5
The rubber 'feet' are called shock mounts, most good hardware stores have them. They will dampen a lot of noise from the saw, or whatever mounted above them. You may find it easier to mount you saw to hte stand your dad made if you have a piece of plywood between the stand and the saw. If you check with cabinet shops that install counter tops, you can usually get an off cut that will make a very nice base for you saw. The laminate surface is easy to clean rock snot off, and the backsplash is a nice feature. It might cost you a smile. Works for me, and I am sure you look much better than I do. LOL. Woody
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Post by akansan on Jan 23, 2010 9:08:54 GMT -5
LOL - the stand will actually be for the grinder, not the saw. I have a heavy wood stand that my 14" saw used to sit on (one of those Lortone drop saws) that I'll use for the saw. I'll stop in the local "do-it-best" center today to see if they have any. I've not explored that place very much, as I always get weird looks when I go in. It might be because their dog immediately starts following me around the store, though!
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