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   James R. | Nov 15, 2009 09:31am | #1

   Moksha:

   I've had the Performax 22/44 for about 4 or 5 years and it works very well. It's the same as the Jet as near as I can tell. I have been very happy with it.

   I also have a grizzly TS, 0690, which I've only had a few months and I think it's great also. Both tools work well and I have no complaints about either of them. Granted the Grizzly is not a sander however they seem to make good products.

   Your choice may come down to either the cost, which you said is not a problem, or the size of the unit, the dust collection, ease of replacing the sandpaper and ease of use. Dust collection with the Performax is very good as is the ease of use. It's also low enough to reach over and pick up short stock. The Grizzly has quite a bit more power, however that has not been a problem for my usage.

   Good luck with your purchase.

   Jim

   
   

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   Edited 11/15/2009 1:44 am ET by James R.

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   Moksha | Nov 15, 2009 07:23pm | #2

   James,Do you have to have to re-level the sanding drum to get it parallel to the table after changing sanding strips? If so, how difficult is that process?Does the depth Gauge work well? I appreciate your comments. There are several Grizzly tools in my shop and all of them have been top performers. Moksha

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   James R. | Nov 15, 2009 09:42pm | #3

   Moksha:So far I have not had to re-level the drum at all. The strips are relatively easy to replace and does not require adjusting the drum at all. The strips just wrap around the drum and attach on each end. I don't change the strips very often as I use it just to fine tune the thickness of the piece and remove any rough areas. I pretty much just keep an 80 grit on it for that reason.Try and get some more feedback before you make your decision.Good luck, Jim