here is my version of 2x72 slack belt sander with platen and hollow grind wheel, the ac motor is 1/3 hp from a washing machine, all wheels are trolley wheels purchased and trued on the lathe machine. frame is welded using 3/4 inch and 1 inch square tubing.
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