The grinding wheel that came with it isn't threaded,everything I see on amazon is threaded.where can one find wheels that don't thread into the arbor?
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yeah you can find me at Menards or Home Depot were probably on Amazonand it really depends if you're using it to grind or cut if you look hard enough that you were higher end wheels shouldn't be too tough man
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James: Not being familiar with your mower deck design I could't say .. However if you have someone local that has a "lawn mower junkyard " and sells used parts you could find some . These wheels I bought were specifically designed for this mower. Deck even had holes to accept it. Hope this helped.
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Dwight,There is no horsepower rating on the motor itself, however, based on other "true" rated motors I have in my shop, I would say its a 3/4 hp. As for the wheels, I haven't had to replace them yet but I can tell you that the shaft size is huge so you really have to watch where you get them from. I bought a Dewalt wire wheel thinking it was going to fit ( 5/8" shaft) and it wasn't even close. I believe Ebay has the grinding wheels but just make sure the mounting hole diameter is the same. By the way this is the best grinder I have ever owned.Hope this helps Dwight,There is no horsepower rating on the motor itself, however, based on other "true" rated motors I have in my shop, I would say its a 3/4 hp. As for the wheels, I haven't had to replace them yet but I can tell you that the shaft size is huge so you really have to watch where you get them from. I bought a Dewalt wire wheel thinking it was going to fit ( 5/8" shaft) and it wasn't even close. I believe Ebay has the grinding wheels but just make sure the mounting hole diameter is the same. By the way this is the best grinder I have ever owned.Hope... » Read More Dwight,There is no horsepower rating on the motor itself, however, based on other "true" rated motors I have in my shop, I would say its a 3/4 hp. As for the wheels, I haven't had to replace them yet but I can tell you that the shaft size is huge so you really have to watch where you get them from. I bought a Dewalt wire wheel thinking it was going to fit ( 5/8" shaft) and it wasn't even close. I believe Ebay has the grinding wheels but just make sure the mounting hole diameter is the same. By the way this is the best grinder I have ever owned.Hope this helps « Show Less
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The spindle size is I think metric that's not what is important they have adapters that go over the spindle to accommodate a 1 inch diameter hole in the grinding wheel it's also necessary to have that adapter to space the wheel away from the body of the grinder and centered in the cowling. Don't lose one of the spacers they cost $100 each to replace.
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I stay away from sets. Use DeWalt individual parts, DW4910, DW4920, DW4930, DW4904, all are available thru Amazon. This machine I have uses 5/8 x 11 threaded arbor and is one of the few on the market with variable speed. Feature lends itself too greater job control. stan
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No. Comes with the guard for the grinding wheel. If you want to use a cut off wheel you'll have to buy the other guard type.
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There are two lock nuts that must be used. One of the lock nut has a rim or boss protuding. For thick wheels you install the boss side of the lock nut towards the grinding wheel/cutting blade. For thin cutting wheels (.045) as in your case, the boss side of the lock nut must face towards the outside opposit of the cutting blade/wheel so the boss of the lock nut does not bottom out against the other lock nut. I had the same experience with my first grinder too. I hope this helps. One more thing, please ALWAYS, wear safety glasses; the flying particles generated while grinding or cutting are a true risk to your eyes. Good luck.
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Sorry, don't know- I have several machines and just fix them myself, so the warranty was unimportant to me. After 2 months of use, approximately 150 hours combined use with diamond cupwheels and pads, the grinder bearings stopped working. I purchased new bearings and replaced them. The deck continues to work fine.
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The arbor is Metric, an M10 x 1.5 thread. If you can't find accessories with the M10 x 1.5 arbor, an adapter is available that will convert it to a standard 5/8". You might be better off buying the Makita 4.5", it already has the 5/8" arbor, and accessories are available everywhere.
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It is fairly simple to change the cup wheel. Unplug the grinder first. Then towards the front on the left side of the grinder on the silver part there is a black button. Press the button down with your thumb and spin the wheel with the other hand. When the wheel is spun far enough the button will depress slightly further and will lock the wheel in place. Then you continue holding the button down and turn the wheel counterclockwise and it will thread off. It can sometimes be on there pretty tight. Good Luck
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Kenneth, No, the shaft is NOT threaded. All I had to do was press it firmly as I tightened a Set-Screw. Works flawlessly and very secure.
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I did not go to the website but 5/8 is the standard for these 4 1/2" grinders. All the wire wheels and grinding blades are either threaded for the 5/8 arbor or have a smooth center hole. The 7/8 arbor could be for the much larger, more powerful side grinders usually associated with industrial work.
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However, realize the blade is so short, the wheel won't start at the hilt. No biggie. Also you are changing the angle of the grind, so you won't be done in a few passes. It's going to take a few minutes and some material. I think the result is worth it! Good luck and don't hurt yourself!
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Bernard, I also want to remind you that we offer a lifetime warranty so that in the rare case the grinder fails we will ship you a placement unit. And just like the other guys mentioned, like any tool it should be cleaned when needed.
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Hi,My set did not come with the hardware (screws), but all holes for mounting are predrilled. My grinder is on plywood base and I used regular wood screws, very easy installation.Great jig, Now I don't know how I did without it. I hope that helps with your decision.All the best, Jan Lewczenko
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sorry for that happening to you. i can't remember but I don't think mine arrived that way. You may have gotten a machine that someone was actually using thus the grinds all over the place. I'd phone the company you bought it from and the rancillio company.
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You have to by 5/8 arbor grinder wheels. 7/8 grinder wheels are for grinders with 7/8 arbors