Good review really appreciate it still debating which sander to get. I used to own a 4 x 24” Makita sander and it was 11 AM beast, that’s exactly the word I used for that machine and I heard you use the same word for your Bauer machine. I have been working with wood and power tools all my life I am almost 70 years old and I can honestly say the Makita 4” x 24” sander is the best power tool I have ever owned hands-down. Never seen anything like that machine. If you have the money and you wanna get a belt sander Makita is the only one I would recommend. Absolute joy to operate.
I left a like before watching it later, keep up sir ! Always great content, even if theres a bolt review I’ll watch the 30 minutes of it ! Have a great weekend and stay safe, much love !
Hello 74dart man! Thanks so much for watching. Yes. I’m taking the Acoustisonic I built and tearing it apart and implementing some of the great suggestions from viewers. Always great to hear from you!
@@DIYGene you're welcome! I was thinking about you yesterday, wondering if you were going to have a video of one of your cool projects. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with that guitar. I'm sure it will be nice!🙂
The problem that I've had with my Bauer 4 x 24 belt sander is that the electrical cord going to it is very cheap and will get worn to the bare wires a few inches from where it connects to sander. I had been sanding some rough cut oak and after about 4 months I noticed that it was worn to the bare wires and stopped working. I debated about getting a more expensive sander like a Makita versus just getting another Bauer. I bought another Bauer since Harbor Freight has them in stock and I thought that I would just keep an eye out for any wear on the cord, but when I'm sanding I'm usually looking at the area that I'm sanding and not the cord. Well, my second Bauer stopped working and when I was looking at it I noticed that the cord was worn to the bare wire again. This never happened with my 3 x 18 belt sanders, so I don't think it's poor technique. I'm glad I didn't get electrocuted.
Got a cheap one from a similar type store here down under and the belt kept slipping no matter what adjustment I made Total waste of money so I'd rather spend a bit more and get better quality but I suppose you got a good deal Thanks Gene
I have really used this sander and it has really done well. I really like its weight. It cut the its surfaces very fast and I am very happy with it. Thanks for asking.
Respectfully, I don't understand why people- esp seasoned Diyers or even professional contractors- don't know that breathing in sawdust does permanent damage to your body. Both you and the dog were breathing in toxic sawdust. At minimum just wear a dust mask and the dog should have not been near you working at all...his eyes were likely getting sawdust in them as well as his lungs. You might feel okay afterward but repeated exposure to toxins does damage on a cellular level. There are all sorts of health problems caused by inhaling sawdust from asthma to lung cancer. It is not only the wood that is the issue but the chemicals within the wood as well and working outside does not protect a person although it is better than working inside. Wood dust is just one of many substances from paint particles and paint and glue fumes to granite dust to drywall dust that causes any number of health issues including cancer.
You are completely right and I am negligent in not showing that in the video. It’s a bad example and I appreciate you bringing it to the attention of the viewers. I will make a better effort in future videos. Thanks again.
Actually these belt sanders do not have a tensioner but they do have a belt tracking adjustment. Anytime you change the belt you need to eyeball the belt on the rollers to make sure you’re rolling in the proper location
wow. great review ut the background music really detracts from the presentation. TH-cam needs to create a video for content creators including things NOT to do if you want more views and positive viewer engagement
I bought one. Brand new out of the box, it was throwing belts left and right. Tracking was screwed out of the box causing the belt to hit and tear... Total junk!!!!! Harbor freight... The physical presence store for aliexpress
@@DIYGene I saw Warrior sandpaper in your video. That's like sanding with toilet paper. I bought that crap once and I'll never make that mistake again. 3M makes the best sandpaper. Diablo isn't bad, Gator isn't bad also.
Your review suck. I had mine for w few days. Pro Ballance is excellent, very important. The table is already wearing and will need to be replaced with better steel soon. The big con, look at the power cord!! WTF! It drags on the material! This is a major pain.
Wow, That is really too bad. I have had excellent performance from mine. I love the weight, and like most electric sanders, you have to be aware of the cord at all times. I’m sorry you are not getting the same performance.
@@DIYGene That guy is a troll. I bought this same belt sander and it out performs my dewalt one I've got. I bought it Because of reviews like yours. I do sign building and route signs with images on them. I need to smooth out the boards I biscuit together to prepare the boards to route. This belt sander is a great buy. And if he truly had one, he would know that fact. We're buying a couple more to have as back ups.
@@scraplifetrashtocash4551, I had a sign company for years and made many wood carved and sandblasted signs. I often miss that work. Thanks for post on the sander, it’s been a good value for me.
@@DIYGene Your welcome. I meant it has out performed my Makita belt sander. My Makita would get hot a Lot. We also do Scroll saw 3 d signs. I really enjoy making them. New subscriber. Like your content
Good review really appreciate it still debating which sander to get. I used to own a 4 x 24” Makita sander and it was 11 AM beast, that’s exactly the word I used for that machine and I heard you use the same word for your Bauer machine. I have been working with wood and power tools all my life I am almost 70 years old and I can honestly say the Makita 4” x 24” sander is the best power tool I have ever owned hands-down. Never seen anything like that machine. If you have the money and you wanna get a belt sander Makita is the only one I would recommend. Absolute joy to operate.
Good recommendation. If you can afford one, I agree. And it will most likely pay for its self over time.
I left a like before watching it later, keep up sir ! Always great content, even if theres a bolt review I’ll watch the 30 minutes of it ! Have a great weekend and stay safe, much love !
Med Amine, Thanks so much! And I promise I won’t do a review on a bolt. 🤪
DIY Gene No no trust me even if u do it will be interesting to watch 😂😂
That looks like it does the job! Will you have a video on the rest of the guitar project? I'd love to watch! Take care!👍😎🎸🎶
Hello 74dart man! Thanks so much for watching. Yes. I’m taking the Acoustisonic I built and tearing it apart and implementing some of the great suggestions from viewers. Always great to hear from you!
@@DIYGene you're welcome! I was thinking about you yesterday, wondering if you were going to have a video of one of your cool projects. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with that guitar. I'm sure it will be nice!🙂
The problem that I've had with my Bauer 4 x 24 belt sander is that the electrical cord going to it is very cheap and will get worn to the bare wires a few inches from where it connects to sander. I had been sanding some rough cut oak and after about 4 months I noticed that it was worn to the bare wires and stopped working. I debated about getting a more expensive sander like a Makita versus just getting another Bauer. I bought another Bauer since Harbor Freight has them in stock and I thought that I would just keep an eye out for any wear on the cord, but when I'm sanding I'm usually looking at the area that I'm sanding and not the cord. Well, my second Bauer stopped working and when I was looking at it I noticed that the cord was worn to the bare wire again. This never happened with my 3 x 18 belt sanders, so I don't think it's poor technique. I'm glad I didn't get electrocuted.
Is it possible to replace the cord? I have had to do that on other power tools. I’m sorry they didn’t work well for you.
Got a cheap one from a similar type store here down under and the belt kept slipping no matter what adjustment I made Total waste of money so I'd rather spend a bit more and get better quality but I suppose you got a good deal Thanks Gene
George Krabs , I was a bit hesitant but this one had good reviews and so far it is really working well.
Can you put a link to this sander so I can read up on it?
How is the Bauer belt sander doing after these 5 months or so? Just curious.
I have really used this sander and it has really done well. I really like its weight. It cut the its surfaces very fast and I am very happy with it. Thanks for asking.
Are you Still using it? How did it hold up? I plan to get one now
It is actually doing great! Im glad I got it. Thanks for watching.
Respectfully, I don't understand why people- esp seasoned Diyers or even professional contractors- don't know that breathing in sawdust does permanent damage to your body. Both you and the dog were breathing in toxic sawdust. At minimum just wear a dust mask and the dog should have not been near you working at all...his eyes were likely getting sawdust in them as well as his lungs. You might feel okay afterward but repeated exposure to toxins does damage on a cellular level. There are all sorts of health problems caused by inhaling sawdust from asthma to lung cancer. It is not only the wood that is the issue but the chemicals within the wood as well and working outside does not protect a person although it is better than working inside. Wood dust is just one of many substances from paint particles and paint and glue fumes to granite dust to drywall dust that causes any number of health issues including cancer.
You are completely right and I am negligent in not showing that in the video. It’s a bad example and I appreciate you bringing it to the attention of the viewers. I will make a better effort in future videos. Thanks again.
Good review! Anyone ever tell you you look kinda like Conan O’Brien?
I have heard that before. I just don’t see it. Thanks for watching.
this sander work with hardfloor??
Yes, I think it defiantly has the power. Thanks for watching.
Can you use this to sand a floor of a small room?
I could handle it but that would be a lot work on your knees. Thanks for watching.
@@DIYGene I'll ask my gf to do it. She's used to being on her knees
You didn’t show how to work the tensioner. Bummer.
Actually these belt sanders do not have a tensioner but they do have a belt tracking adjustment. Anytime you change the belt you need to eyeball the belt on the rollers to make sure you’re rolling in the proper location
60% MORE POWER THAN WHAT? A NEW CORVETTE???
wow. great review ut the background music really detracts from the presentation. TH-cam needs to create a video for content creators including things NOT to do if you want more views and positive viewer engagement
Yah, i guess I got a little carried away with the music.
Mine won’t run after two days
Wow, did you take it back?
@@DIYGene yeah, I returned it. Wouldn’t run on day three. Only used it lightly.
@@creativeadvance, did you get something else? And how well does it work?
I bought one. Brand new out of the box, it was throwing belts left and right. Tracking was screwed out of the box causing the belt to hit and tear... Total junk!!!!! Harbor freight... The physical presence store for aliexpress
My belt sander is still working great for me. I’m sorry you had problems. Did you take it back and get your money back?
Warrior products suck. Total waste of $
I agree. I would only buy the Bauer line or Hercules lines from Harbor Freight.
@@DIYGene I saw Warrior sandpaper in your video. That's like sanding with toilet paper. I bought that crap once and I'll never make that mistake again. 3M makes the best sandpaper. Diablo isn't bad, Gator isn't bad also.
@@DIYGene I am getting a Makita, but I wanted to check out the Bauer. I'm not convinced of its quality.
@@SD-pi9co, well you can never go wrong with Makita .
@@DIYGene Yes, I'm mainly worried about belt tracking and eating through belts.
Your review suck.
I had mine for w few days.
Pro Ballance is excellent, very important.
The table is already wearing and will need to be replaced with better steel soon.
The big con, look at the power cord!! WTF! It drags on the material! This is a major pain.
Wow, That is really too bad. I have had excellent performance from mine. I love the weight, and like most electric sanders, you have to be aware of the cord at all times. I’m sorry you are not getting the same performance.
@@DIYGene That guy is a troll. I bought this same belt sander and it out performs my dewalt one I've got. I bought it Because of reviews like yours. I do sign building and route signs with images on them. I need to smooth out the boards I biscuit together to prepare the boards to route. This belt sander is a great buy. And if he truly had one, he would know that fact. We're buying a couple more to have as back ups.
@@scraplifetrashtocash4551, I had a sign company for years and made many wood carved and sandblasted signs. I often miss that work. Thanks for post on the sander, it’s been a good value for me.
@@DIYGene Your welcome. I meant it has out performed my Makita belt sander. My Makita would get hot a Lot. We also do Scroll saw 3 d signs. I really enjoy making them. New subscriber. Like your content
@@DIYGene For Christmas I made my daughter a Electric Guitar table. She was shocked. She loves music. Found that idea off of TH-cam.