napoleonrags
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Post by napoleonrags on Jul 1, 2016 12:53:02 GMT -5
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Post by johnjsgems on Jul 1, 2016 13:56:03 GMT -5
Are you using the high speed for rocks? If so, how does it work? I would think first stage very fast and maybe too aggressive for subsequent steps.
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herchenx
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Post by herchenx on Jul 1, 2016 14:10:25 GMT -5
Replacement barrels are cheaper here: www.therockshed.com/tumbler2.htmlunless you have another discount. Are the high speed models as durable as the rock tumbling models? |
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napoleonrags
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Post by napoleonrags on Jul 1, 2016 14:26:04 GMT -5
I've been using mine over a year. They seem to be more durable than the Lortone. The QT12 I've had for about 9 months and it makes odd noises that it didn't make when I first started using it. The Model B sounds the same. I've read reviews stating that the rubber lid liner wears out quickly, but mine hasn't.
I am using it for rocks. But I only use it for harder stuff. I don't use it for glass or quartz, which tends to pit.
I like it, and it grinds down noticeably faster than the QT12.
Colin
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herchenx
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Post by herchenx on Jul 1, 2016 14:34:52 GMT -5
I meant the high speed Thumlers versus the rock tumbling version (I'm assuming the Model B "high speed" is different than a "standard" model B?) - I have the Model B, I like it, but am wondering if the high speed version does a better/faster job or if it might wear out sooner?
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napoleonrags
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Post by napoleonrags on Jul 1, 2016 14:44:14 GMT -5
I meant the high speed Thumlers versus the rock tumbling version (I'm assuming the Model B "high speed" is different than a "standard" model B?) - I have the Model B, I like it, but am wondering if the high speed version does a better/faster job or if it might wear out sooner? I don't have the standard Model B to compare. I think the two machines are the same except the high speed motor is just set at a faster RPM. I imagine the high speed grinds quicker. I put a heaping cup of 30 grit and in two days it's pretty well worn down. In the Lortone QT12 it takes 3 days to get to the same point. I imagine the rubber liner will wear out sooner. How long does the "standard" one last? |
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herchenx
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Post by herchenx on Jul 1, 2016 14:46:36 GMT -5
Haven't had to replace it yet, no obvious signs of wear but it hasn't been used since we moved (still in the mess of stuff in the shed)
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Post by captbob on Jul 1, 2016 14:50:59 GMT -5
I have 4 Model B tumblers (low speed motors) and have yet to wear out a liner. The lid gaskets on the other hand usually only last around 4 months. You going through lid gaskets faster than that Colin?
ETA: A replacement liner is around 45 bucks I think. Wonder if the time savings on coarse tumbling stage would off set the cost of maybe needing a new liner every few years. High speed may not even make a difference on the liner, I don't know.
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napoleonrags
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Post by napoleonrags on Jul 1, 2016 15:30:38 GMT -5
I have 4 Model B tumblers (low speed motors) and have yet to wear out a liner. The lid gaskets on the other hand usually only last around 4 months. You going through lid gaskets faster than that Colin? I"ve had the tumbler for over a year and haven't needed to replace the lid gasket. I suppose I should buy one to have on hand when it does wear out. I have a spare belt that I haven't needed either. |
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salpal48
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Post by salpal48 on Jul 1, 2016 21:10:54 GMT -5
I have a Model B Hi-Speed . It was billed as a Brass tumbler For ammunition cases. All parts are Identical as the regular speed except for the Hi speed motor. I found it a great machine for That with S. S. Pins .
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Post by johnjsgems on Jul 9, 2016 9:10:34 GMT -5
I am no longer a Thumler's dealer but the only difference is the motor. The drum and liner had a 5 year warranty when I sold them. No warranty on lid gaskets for rock use. I could call them and after whining a little get them to replace lid gaskets that wore out first load.
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