Making a 2″ x 72″ Belt Grinder from Treadmill Parts

In this video a 2 x 72 belt grinder is made from treadmill parts. This type of belt grinder is very popular with knife makers because it can remove large amounts of metal very quickly. However, it can be very useful for many other metal and woodworking projects.

For more information about this project visit the Making Stuff web page at https://www.makingstuff.info/projects/belt_grinder

Parts used in this project:
2″ x 72″ Abrasive Belts – https://amzn.to/2kHKFWB
CRC cutting oil – https://amzn.to/2l1uEv6
Treadmill motor – https://amzn.to/2l1hGgQ
MC-60 motor controller – https://amzn.to/2l1rJ5E
10K potentiomter https://amzn.to/2kWXltj
Blue LED Tachomter – https://amzn.to/2kAfM6e

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