2x72 Grooved vs Solid Contact Wheels

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between the solid and the grooved 2x72 contact wheel?
We answer that question in this video.
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[@tylergeosano4043]

That initial wheel transition between grooved and solid was dope. Great video

[@HouseMadeUS]

I worked really hard on that.

[@jbarnes7686]

I find that the smooth wheels leave the "belt joint" mark (more obvious in finer grits) .... In woodworking its called planer marks or clipping. think tiny waves in the finish..... it still happens in the grooved wheels, but the grooves in the wheel break up the "clip lines". I feel like i get a better/faster finish when i take it to final finish with the grooved wheel. this is also why you see the better planers use "helical" planes, instead of straight blades. and HouseMade ROCKS!!! .... Great products with great support AND someone ASKING the questions we all want to know!...

[@HouseMadeUS]

That's a good point. I have seen this happen as well. Thank you sir! 🙏🏼

[@lourismarluizdefreitas5333]

Que bom demais

[@damnageink330]

I believe it helps not get as hot with the groove

[@HouseMadeUS]

Yes we discuss heat at the end of the video.

[@lourismarluizdefreitas5333]

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[@franotoole2702]

From what i heard the grooved wheels were intended for better tracking/traction due to it being a bit more or less stickier, cant quite recall which.

[@HouseMadeUS]

I don't see any difference in that regard, definitely softer than the solid wheel for sure.

[@franotoole2702]

@@HouseMadeUS neither did i. Was definately softer tho. Quick question. I wonder how a solid metal wheel would work for use in a surface grinder atachment? Would definatley be flatter than a rubber wheel but wonder how the belt would turn on it.

[@valentinigarageworks]

I use both grooved and solid wheels. The only difference I see is when using belts that are not too aggressive (scalloped AO, velcro belts, 220 - 1000 belts) I can feel the grooves in the wheel. So when I am doing finishing work I like to use solid wheels. When doing heavy stock removal I think they feel similar because the thickness of the belt (36 - 120 grit).

[@HouseMadeUS]

Yeah grits definitely make a difference with the wheels. We should make another video showing those differences as well. Thanks for the input on this!

[@valentinigarageworks]

@@HouseMadeUS Great content Brian! Keep making these vids. Love to watch and see what you guys are up to! All the best to you and yours.

[@BecksArmory]

I prefer the solid wheel. I feel like the solid wheel is a smoother grinding process that gives me more control... but I think you can make and argument for both wheels.

[@HouseMadeUS]

Yeah I agree. If I had to choose one!☝🏼

[@philochristos]

I would think the grooved ones would be better because, you know, they're groovy.

[@HouseMadeUS]

Haha good point 😂

[@pissycritter]

Very important.

[@hayesrutherford9415]

Thanks for the insight. I currently only have a 10" contact wheel that is grooved, used pretty much for hollow grind on woodworking gouges and chisels. Sure liking my 2x72 Gen.5 I scratch built from your plan.

[@HouseMadeUS]

Awesome thank you. 🙏🏼

[@CamaroKid68]

What’s your thoughts on belt lube or cleaners? Benchmark abrasives calls theirs “belt butter”

[@HouseMadeUS]

I own one and I love it. Use it all the time

[@stephenranti173]

Thanks for clearing that up!! LOL!!

[@HouseMadeUS]

Right!? 🤣🤣🤣

[@timjackson5555]

Perhaps just may be a different derometer but normally always read on wheel maker sites. That a serrated wheels are harder and grind more aggressive, also cooler, track better. Smooth wheels leave a better finish and grind smoother in use.

[@HouseMadeUS]

Interesting, my serrated wheels are definitely softer, but everything else you said is spot on. 👍🏻

[@timjackson5555]

@@HouseMadeUS couldn't find my bookmark for custom wheels made with any shore (hardness) but.. Wheels are ordered by specifying: Plain or serrated Shaft type (for wheels 5 inches or less in diameter) HDBJ Tapered Lock-in Wheel diameter Rubber hardness Hard - (90 durometer) for aggressive cutting with coarse grit belts. Medium - (70 durometer) for a good balance of cutting and operator comfort. Soft - (50 durometer) for fine finishing with fine grit abrasive belts.

[@byronkennedy7912]

So it sounds like the answer is buy 2 2x72s, mount each type of wheel, and get busy ! 😂😜 Hard Work, Good Luck !

[@HouseMadeUS]

Haha! Yeah it's more specific to the work than a preference.

[@RainyDayForge]

A softer touch?! Sign me up!

[@HouseMadeUS]

Just like the massage parlor. 🤣

[@cultivationplus6719]

When your looking for a scientific answer from your guest and he gives you a bias answer and it shows in the expression you make 😂

[@HouseMadeUS]

Bringing in the reality here. Can't make this shit up.

[@Batti2323]

Brian - what does a person with a Gen 4 Revolution need to run these contact wheels? Is it just the new D plate? Great video!

[@HouseMadeUS]

Yes just a new DPlate. Everything else swaps over from gen 4

[@Batti2323]

@@HouseMadeUS Excellent, thank you!

[@johneubanks5951]

I believe if I were cleaning up knives on the grinder I'd definitely want to be the one in control and not fate with the grooved wheel. Im sure the grooved wheel has its purpose but you're dealing with knives/papaw's whittling stick shaver/death dealers type things..So man/woman gotta be in complete control of The product .I'd stick with solid wheel AND it's easier to True up if it starts to edge off the rubber to one side from another misaligned wheel or a bearing starting to wear funny and causing the belt to shift around ...your call guys .

[@HouseMadeUS]

I think that is a solid assessment. And I agree

[@paulcarter1759]

Whenever I press hard on my grinding platen, my belt comes off. Any advise?

[@HouseMadeUS]

Pull the arm out a bit and add more tension to the belt.

[@paulcarter1759]

@@HouseMadeUS Thank you Sir

[@paulcarter1759]

@@HouseMadeUS That did it. Absolutely awesome! Thanks again

[@flingshotlife]

TY for Vid! Glad BRENT IS there!!! Giving his thoughts. Not sure if I trust a House with Tattoos of Dolphins jumping over his belly button. Jk

[@HouseMadeUS]

They are Narwhals jumping over my belly button. 😁

[@user-bm8ww9dl6x]

If you don't know the difference, why not do the research BEFORE you made the video?

[@HouseMadeUS]

Why? Either way you have the same information now.