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   mrbird90 | Jan 21, 2006 05:37am | #1

   I recently purchased the Performax Plus  18/36 and I have run several hundred feet of 4" to 10" wide soft maple through it as I had to make a number of large drawers and I planed all the wood to .665" and then sanded it down to .625". I used 150 grit paper and took two passes per side and it did a fine job. The boards were very flat and within .003" from side to side. I don't think it would be fast enough for a production shop but for a one man shop with limited room I am pleased with the performance. The key is to take light passes. Changing paper is very easy.

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   dilligas | Jan 24, 2006 08:16am | #2

   Thanks mrbird and rtt. i've had an eye on the proformx for a while and when i checked with rockler the had it with a $100 rebate so i grabed one and found it to be an easy set up. i"ve been running some beech and am very happy with the results

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   DJK | Jan 24, 2006 05:26pm | #3

   Home shop or pro shop you don't need junk. I owned two Performax drumsanders and dumped both about seven years ago for a Woodmaster. Absolutly no comparison. The Performax are toys compaired to a Woodmaster. A friend of mine has the 16-32 and drives across town to use my Woodmaster.

   DJK

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   Daleinok | Jan 24, 2006 06:10pm | #4

   Hey DJK

    

   I am still looking for a good Drum Sander, not knowing that much about what I am looking I have been reading and listening to those who have more knowledge than I on this subject.  Where did you find the Woodmaster and what are the prices.  If you know of any other you would recommend let me know.

   Thanks

    

   Doc*None of the secrets of success will work unless you do!

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   mikegagne | Jan 25, 2006 09:29am | #5

   cederworker, drum sanders are great for the cash challenged, patient, time is no object woodworkers. Widebelt machines are faster, perform better, cost a little more but are generally worth their keep. I have a 15hp 25" Sunhill that I paid $6k for and I wouldnt trade it for anything except a larger one. Make your choice. aloha, mike