I was surprised at how simple a build it is, much easier than a belt grinder. Now I just need a lot bigger and waterproof shop to keep one in lol thanks for sharing Denis
Nice build! I bought a surface grinder - a 1972 Boyer Schultz and it was a game changer! It's super accurate but super slow - that's the trade off of course! I can see the benefit of making a belt system for sure! The tool that I would like to buy next is a rolling machine! Can you do a video on rolling machines soon? And maybe provide some options for us guys who are starting out and have small shops and a tight budget! Thanks Dennis - great and useful video as always!
I’ve done a review of my rolling mill here: th-cam.com/video/e3qHY3JQv0c/w-d-xo.html. It’s a fantastic tool that I use on almost every forging project. Thanks for watching, Daniel.
I have a Parker 6 x 18 surface grinder I plan doing the same thing with. Nice thing about it is you can convert back to a rock wheel with no fuss. Thanks for the good tips.
Great!! Amazing how simple you made the conversion. Unfortunately I'll have to stick with my 2x72 attachment - maybe someday!!! Thanks for all the knowledge you share with us!!!
I also recently purchased a 612 surface grinder and the efficiency of the grinding wheel on the spindle made me cry--! Converting the belt is the next thing I'm going to do.
@@TyrellKnifeworks I wish mine had come with the fancy wheel truer attachment. I’ve been struggling with how to mount the tensioner arm to the shaft housing on my Boyer Schultz 612
Nice build. I used the arm off of my old Shop Fox 2x72 for my conversion. That's another option since a lot of shops have an old Grizzly grinder that isn't used much anymore.
I would think a 2x42 belt would eliminate the excess slop between the tracking and main wheel. But of course then you would have to stock multiple belt sizes. I love how that turned out. Great find!
@@TyrellKnifeworks ohhh I want to! I'm saving this golden ticket! I was telling Erick after Blade that it would have been cool to have been a kid to grow up on your street and that.. I wouldn't leave ya alone if it was me. 😂
cool setup denis i just found a Boyar Shultz surface grinder near me for $250 going to look at tomorrow morning only thing is i believe it runs on 3 phase power i dont have that where i live so i will have to figure that 1 out for $250 thats a steal happy 4th to you Mark 😀👍
Hey Dennis! Great video. Love it. You did a great job on this project. I’m a machinist and I love seeing this kind of work. That machine is going to be a absolute work horse for you!
Thanks for this video. I bought an old Chevalier Surface Grinder 1984 ($350 and $900 shipped). I'm in the process of switching the 1 HP 3-phase 600V motor for a 2 HP 3-Phase w/ VFD that runs on regular home service. I'm assuming you had to switch the motor for your grinder?
I have an 8 x 24 hydraulic surface grinder that is just begging for such a belt conversion, I'm just not sure that mine has a plate below the wheel dressing attachment. As I'd want to be able to quickly revert back to grinding wheels for other work I'd think a 2 x 42 belt system may be more advantageous due to more compact design I could leave attached permanently requiring only a wheel change.
Whether it's a 2x42 or 2x72 doesn't really impact how permanent it is. You're still going to need a tension arm and way to attach the upright. I'm sure the 2x42 certainly will be more compact though. Of course you'll go through belts quicker and they'll heat up more is the downside. With this one, I really only need to take off the main wheel and slap on a stone. It takes minutes and is very easy. The rest of it stays attached. Your setup may vary though. Thanks for watching.
@@TyrellKnifeworks you're correct that this works for most people, and belt wear and heating may be issue with shorter belt. But my shop height is very limited and I sometimes grind with fixtures that require me to raise the height of the wheel substantially and I fear the belt arms contacting the ceiling. Maybe a cross shaped frame would resolve any potential issues. anyway, nice video thanks
Wow you look completely different without a hat. Don’t think I’ve ever seen you without it. You would look exactly like the perfect Santa Claus if you grew your beard out long. Minus the big belly of course 😉. The surface grinder is going to make your process so much more efficient.
Yeah it’s off a bit, but not a major issue. I don’t really want to move the whole mechanism to get it perfect, it doesn’t really matter much. Thanks for watching, Bill.
Anything I missed on this build that you have questions about?
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I was surprised at how simple a build it is, much easier than a belt grinder.
Now I just need a lot bigger and waterproof shop to keep one in lol
thanks for sharing Denis
Yes, it’s quite a simple build. Thanks for watching.
Love it. Man we’re on the same frame of mind with these conversions. Great job my friend.
Mine might have been a bit easier with the flat top but I love what you did with the top spring. 👍
Nice build! I bought a surface grinder - a 1972 Boyer Schultz and it was a game changer! It's super accurate but super slow - that's the trade off of course! I can see the benefit of making a belt system for sure! The tool that I would like to buy next is a rolling machine! Can you do a video on rolling machines soon? And maybe provide some options for us guys who are starting out and have small shops and a tight budget! Thanks Dennis - great and useful video as always!
I’ve done a review of my rolling mill here: th-cam.com/video/e3qHY3JQv0c/w-d-xo.html. It’s a fantastic tool that I use on almost every forging project. Thanks for watching, Daniel.
I have a Parker 6 x 18 surface grinder I plan doing the same thing with. Nice thing about it is you can convert back to a rock wheel with no fuss. Thanks for the good tips.
Yup, you don’t even have to move the uprights, just take off the contact wheel and put the stone back on in minutes. Thanks for watching.
Great!! Amazing how simple you made the conversion. Unfortunately I'll have to stick with my 2x72 attachment - maybe someday!!! Thanks for all the knowledge you share with us!!!
Thanks for watching, David!
Good build, I have the 2 x 72 Home Built Surface Grinder, this would be a BIG step up. Nice conversion.
It’s not a cheap tool and takes up sone shop space but it’s worth it. Thanks for watching
I also recently purchased a 612 surface grinder and the efficiency of the grinding wheel on the spindle made me cry--! Converting the belt is the next thing I'm going to do.
It’s sooo much faster with a belt. You can avoid dressing it as well that way. 👍
@@TyrellKnifeworks 🍻🍻🍻
Thanks for doing this! I’ve been trying to convert mine and needed some motivation. You rock brother
I’m happy it motivated you! 😉. Thanks for watching
@@TyrellKnifeworks I wish mine had come with the fancy wheel truer attachment. I’ve been struggling with how to mount the tensioner arm to the shaft housing on my Boyer Schultz 612
@@DireWolfForge yeah that’s the toughest part of these builds.
Very cool, Denis! Thanks for sharing! 😎👍🏻🔨🔥🔪
Thanks for watching, Bob!
Nice build. I used the arm off of my old Shop Fox 2x72 for my conversion. That's another option since a lot of shops have an old Grizzly grinder that isn't used much anymore.
Yeah, I just used what I had on hand, hence the aluminum riser and steel tube bar combo. Thanks for checking it out out, Nick!
Muito útil para todos os cuteleiros!!
É uma máquina realmente ótima. Obrigado por assistir!
Oh... I'm jealous!
It'll be a great addition to the shop! The first really "big" tool I've purchased. Thanks for watching, James.
Thats really cool!
It's a nice addition to the shop for sure! Thanks for watching, Josh.
It is realy nice 😄
Thanks for checking it out!
I would think a 2x42 belt would eliminate the excess slop between the tracking and main wheel. But of course then you would have to stock multiple belt sizes. I love how that turned out. Great find!
The 2x42 belts wear faster and heat up more, so 2x72 is definitely better. It's working great so far, I'm really happy with it. Thanks for watching.
ahh but then you have to stock 2x42 belts, if you have a 2x72 you can run the same belts and not have to buy different ones every time
Moar Toys! Thanks Denis!
This one is a really nice one that I'm thrilled to have! Come visit and you'll get to use it. 😉
@@TyrellKnifeworks ohhh I want to! I'm saving this golden ticket! I was telling Erick after Blade that it would have been cool to have been a kid to grow up on your street and that.. I wouldn't leave ya alone if it was me. 😂
@@TyrellKnifeworks I will be hitting ya up for a 18" mag chuck. In the next month 🤞🤞 I'm making some Daggers soo.. 1 of those sales should cover it. 😊
@@mcrich1978 you have an open invitation. I might end up in your neighborhood in a year or so anyway!
@@TyrellKnifeworks move to Colorado and I will definitely will be over... alot!
Pretty sweet!
Thanks for checking it out, Chris!
cool setup denis i just found a Boyar Shultz surface grinder near me for $250 going to look at tomorrow morning only thing is i believe it runs on 3 phase power i dont have that where i live so i will have to figure that 1 out for $250 thats a steal happy 4th to you Mark 😀👍
Mine was 3-phase too. Just pickup a cheap vfd and you’re good to go. Thanks for watching.
@@TyrellKnifeworks any suggestions on what to buy for a VFD? Thanks denis
@@Anderson-HandForged I just picked up a cheap one off Amazon. $100 or so. I don’t have a link handy though.
Hey Dennis! Great video. Love it. You did a great job on this project. I’m a machinist and I love seeing this kind of work. That machine is going to be a absolute work horse for you!
I'm pretty excited to have it in the shop! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this video. I bought an old Chevalier Surface Grinder 1984 ($350 and $900 shipped). I'm in the process of switching the 1 HP 3-phase 600V motor for a 2 HP 3-Phase w/ VFD that runs on regular home service. I'm assuming you had to switch the motor for your grinder?
Mine already had a 3hp 3-phase motor so I just added a vfd. I’m glad the video helped you put. Thanks for watching.
May I ask, was your custom wheel 6" diameter?
Yes, I used a 6” wheel. Thanks for watching.
I have an 8 x 24 hydraulic surface grinder that is just begging for such a belt conversion, I'm just not sure that mine has a plate below the wheel dressing attachment. As I'd want to be able to quickly revert back to grinding wheels for other work I'd think a 2 x 42 belt system may be more advantageous due to more compact design I could leave attached permanently requiring only a wheel change.
Whether it's a 2x42 or 2x72 doesn't really impact how permanent it is. You're still going to need a tension arm and way to attach the upright. I'm sure the 2x42 certainly will be more compact though. Of course you'll go through belts quicker and they'll heat up more is the downside. With this one, I really only need to take off the main wheel and slap on a stone. It takes minutes and is very easy. The rest of it stays attached. Your setup may vary though. Thanks for watching.
@@TyrellKnifeworks you're correct that this works for most people, and belt wear and heating may be issue with shorter belt. But my shop height is very limited and I sometimes grind with fixtures that require me to raise the height of the wheel substantially and I fear the belt arms contacting the ceiling. Maybe a cross shaped frame would resolve any potential issues.
anyway, nice video thanks
Muito bom !
Obrigado por assistir!
I has assumed that you used your heat-laser eye vision to get rid of forge scale.
Yeah, but sometimes I get eye strain. 🤣. Thanks for watching, Isaac!
hey dennis is there by chance i could get a katana?
I might be doing one in the fall, but it’ll have a lot of interest. I don’t take custom orders, sorry. Thanks for watching.
Wow you look completely different without a hat. Don’t think I’ve ever seen you without it. You would look exactly like the perfect Santa Claus if you grew your beard out long. Minus the big belly of course 😉.
The surface grinder is going to make your process so much more efficient.
Ha, yeah I'm pretty white. 🤣. I'm already excited to use this new machine and it's already been really cool to use.
They make stone surfacers that place on the table.
Yes, I made my own in fact. The belts are just way easier and quicker.
Hi...It's a request subtitles annoyed much...luv ur skills
I don’t understand your comment. If you don’t line subtitles, turn them off. Thanks for watching
9th comment and watched within 3 hours of the post lol
Haha, thanks for watching!
It looks like your tracking wheel is not centered with the drive wheel
Yeah it’s off a bit, but not a major issue. I don’t really want to move the whole mechanism to get it perfect, it doesn’t really matter much. Thanks for watching, Bill.
I would definitely tune up that conversation though so the belt isn’t hanging off by half the width on the tracking wheel.
It's hanging off by about 1/4", so I'm not worried about it. Thanks for watching.
@@TyrellKnifeworks oh that’s definitely fine then. It looked like more in the video. Thanks for uploading!