trailfndr Posted January 5, 2020 Report Posted January 5, 2020 I haven't posted in a while due to finding the need to upgrade my shop. I installed a Grizzly Pneumatic Drum Sander, and a Grizzly 3 HP 2 stage Dust collector in an effort to cut way down on the dust in the shop. The Old dust collector that I had, was a Harbor Freight unit that just could not do what I needed it to. The rebuild required adding 220 volt service for the new Collector, and some additional outlets so that every thing would not be over-loaded. Added more storage space in cabinets and drawers also. Absolutely love the new sander, this should make things much easier to shape pieces. This new dust Collector is loud, but I don't mind wearing headphones while working, and the room is pretty well sound-proofed so wifey doesn't hear it upstairs. I still have a few details to finish up with, but I should be ready to start building projects again next week. I know many will think that a 3 HP collector is overkill in a 14 x 14 ft shop, but if it reduces the dust, its well worth it to me. New Shop.mp4 meflick, Steve Curtis, Hawk and 5 others 8 Quote
wombatie Posted January 6, 2020 Report Posted January 6, 2020 If it's what you wanted and needed, that's OK, only you needs to be pleased. Marg Quote
new2woodwrk Posted January 6, 2020 Report Posted January 6, 2020 Grats on the rebuild - it's clean too - ah, but for how long? For me - 5 mins LOL Quote
JimErn Posted January 6, 2020 Report Posted January 6, 2020 2 hours ago, new2woodwrk said: Grats on the rebuild - it's clean too - ah, but for how long? For me - 5 mins LOL Exactly what I was thinking. @trailfndr Lee I like the use of the closet (at least that is what it appears to be to me) for the wood storage - kudo's new2woodwrk 1 Quote
trailfndr Posted January 6, 2020 Author Report Posted January 6, 2020 9 hours ago, JimErn said: Exactly what I was thinking. @trailfndr Lee I like the use of the closet (at least that is what it appears to be to me) for the wood storage - kudo's Jim, it is a closet. I just removed the door, added the shelves, and cut everything to about 18 inches. Makes finding different woods quick and easy Quote
Hawk Posted January 8, 2020 Report Posted January 8, 2020 Looks like an awesome set up. Enjoy your new digs .. Chris Quote
Bill WIlson Posted January 8, 2020 Report Posted January 8, 2020 On 1/6/2020 at 4:16 PM, trailfndr said: Jim, it is a closet. I just removed the door, added the shelves, and cut everything to about 18 inches. Makes finding different woods quick and easy If I did that, guaranteed the first piece I'd need would be 20" long. amazingkevin 1 Quote
Rolf Posted January 10, 2020 Report Posted January 10, 2020 Nice setup! How loud is that beast in your space? amazingkevin 1 Quote
trailfndr Posted January 10, 2020 Author Report Posted January 10, 2020 10 minutes ago, Rolf said: Nice setup! How loud is that beast in your space? Very loud, but the shop is pretty well soundproofed so wife does not hear anything but a low hum when its running. In the shop, I have to wear a headset Quote
amazingkevin Posted January 17, 2020 Report Posted January 17, 2020 Perfect shop.!!! Glad you were able to do the change!!! Quote
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