I have a Delta combination 12" disc / 6" x 48" belt sander. It's a nice smooth running and powerful machine. What I really like is that you can change the belt in only a couple minutes. The Jet 12" Disc/ 6" x 48" belt sander we have in the shop at work takes at least 20-25 minutes to replace a belt. Consequently, a lot of guys will just walk away after tearing up a belt. I also have a Grizzly 12" Disc sander only that I bought recently, but have not tried using it to grind a pad yet.

Originally Posted by bushveld
The detail fine finish work on the modern soft recoil pads such as the de-acelerator pads can be problematic for some.

The Pachmayr Decelerator or other Sorbothane pads and soft rubber pads grind much nicer if you can keep them as cold as possible while sanding.

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