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I think it could be real nice . I can upgrade as I go. I will probably go with KMG motor The Coote would be less $$ But it still needs lots of options -pulleys etc and it is 2 wheel .

I guess by the lack of response not many are using this set up. I've found what may be a comprimise of sorts ... KMG 8 with 1 1/2 hp motor using 3 spd set up . it seems to give me a Quality core unit ,decent power plant and can have some control of speeds. Not bad and should be under $ 1500 plus shipping

Sorry I was refering to baldor motor vs leeson motor

I 'm thinking of this as a solution . Upgrade from Grizzly? Less $$ than KMG and other high end machines How do you like the product ? How is best way to set up ,wheel size and motor selection. didn't realize way too many motor options Baldor vs Leeson ? or other choices Thanks

Thanks, I did see these looks like good value .. I guess it's about 1/2 price of KMG

Don did you have a link ?? not sure what you're referring to

Good advice 556mp .. I'll try some things with what I have .. But I have to say those KMG look like precision tanks . Tim I'll be in touch I'm in the middle of moving my business from NYC to Massapequa Talk about stressss!

Thanks .. appreciate info. I looked at the KMG seems well made . I'm sure the xtra's will add up bigtime Used would be fine Surprised there isn't a buy-sell on this forum

KMG , is good but big $$

Got emailed back ...Honest answers ..I'm leaning towards 2 burner knife but the ecomomy is priced so well . He's going to be away a few days .. gives me a few days to decide Thanks for replies

Looked at a few 2 X 72 belt grinders and it seems like sky is the limit ! I'm new to this and not going to buy a top of the line machine and I'm not going to build one [not knowing what I really need yet] So I looked at things like Grizzly [i have their bandsaw and drill press -good for me] but read some not so flattering reviews . The price is good but I could go to about $ 1000. for peace of mind and confidence in unit , right now I have a standard belt grinder -old craftsman 4 x 36 with wheel on side plus a small 1x30 ryobi sander wheel on side [removeable wheel ] Should I start with these ?? also have a delta 6" grinder .. grinder can be buffer or cut off I guess . I read the $ 50 knife book ,good read a bit confusing [for me] . He is quite creative and did a lot with little . I don't have his ingenuity or time to do builds . Looking for some good solid basics to get started .I will keep reading sticky -new builder-it's GOOD. Thanks

I'll probably pick it up this week .. seller is in no hurry said not to worry it's not going anywhere. meanwhile I'm figuring out what type of stand to make . Also need forge -going to start with gas and then lay out area in garage .

Thanks I'll look for it , I'm not having much luck with the search feature

2 burner makes sense ... I'll go over the specs I think the knofe makers have better insulation material / easy to change. Any issues running one burner on a 2 burner forge . I thought I read something about a chimney effect ...not good to do ??

I've tried contacting thru email and phone last week no answer. Maybe they are vacationing ? I'm trying to decide which size to go with economy one or 2 burner or Knife maker 1 or 2 burner .. I'm starting out and would like to make some tools and knives . It would be nice to eventually forge Damascus blades