Oscillating Sander / Spindle Sander Upgrades and Tips

[@suzylarry1]

just bought this very sander and pondered about this very collector , You got it , I got now ! Thanks.

[@coreygrua3271]

ALWAYS practical and a bit gutsy at times. Colin is a highly-experienced wood master without too many arbitrary boundaries. If you’re new here, prepare to be delightfully surprised.

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching!

[@mahdighias4154]

You are a joy to watch Mr. Knecht. Thank you for your great videos.

[@tedpuckett2779]

Wow! This lil gem is on my list of things to get and that additional dust collection should come in handy. Thanks for posting.

[@woodsniffer]

Thanks Colin I just finished mine this morning. Works great I cut a groove in mine for the base where thumb screw goes and then router half way down for half inch plywood never have to remove thumb screw that way and I still use steel angle stop. You’re r a good inspiration

[@AlexK07010]

Hi Phil - can you post a picture of yours? and dimensions. just got the sander and want to do the same

[@woodsniffer]

@@AlexK07010 Yes of course

[@sapelesteve]

Nice additions Colin! I have that sander & am going to incorporate those additions as well. I will also use the rear dust port on the machine at the same time, which should allow for removal of most of the sanded dust. Thanks for the idea!

[@knecht105]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@scottlouis7785]

I don`t know how I ever lived without those hole saws

[@ljgault]

After watching this I'm going to make the dust collection addition. I already made the knob extension. Thanks for making this video. I never miss your video's.

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching!

[@SweetSillyFun]

This makes a ton of sense. I’m gonna try it, but try to figure out how to incorporate the metal “stop” bracket which I find super handy. Nice stuff Colin.

[@halsonger1317]

As always, lots of great practical ideas along with the core presentation. The knob extension is a good idea for people with arthritis or other grip problems. On the dust collector sled, could you use a jigsaw to cut a slot from the back edge to the hole for the bolt? That way you could leave the bolt in place and loosen it to slide the sled in place when you want to attach the dust collection. I'm afraid I'd lose or "borrow" the bolt and forget where I left it.

[@knecht105]

Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching!

[@thomasarussellsr]

Don't see why that wouldn't work. Just put a couple drops of CA glue to hold the washer up.

[@SMee67]

Got to love it when other people's suggestions work out! That really did work better than I had expected too. 👍🏽 Great build, mate. 👌🏽

[@knecht105]

Thank You!

[@felixreali7101]

absolutely love your tips and tricks. I might never have a tool like that one but the trick can be used for other tools. really cool

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching!

[@markmccaw4401]

I always learn from your videos, even when it is a project I may never use myself. Keep up the great work!

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching!

[@philippeterson9512]

A suggestion: put a slot, not a hole for mounting the dust collector. Then you can mount it closer for shorter pieces.

[@Not_TVs_Frank]

If you put the bracket on the other side of the hose, you could probably still use the included bolt to hold down the new dust collector. Obviously it depends on where you drill the hole and how big the hose adapter is, but moving the bracket buys you some room to work.

[@jimchristman1037]

Great idea. I’ll definitely be making a dust collection addition for my Ridgid. I just keep a pair of pliers handy for loosening the bolt on the belt sander.

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching!

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Great job on the dust collection Colin! you got it right on the money the first time around always neat when that happens :) Thanks for sharing the video with us.👌👍😎JP

[@knecht105]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

😎

[@nobull-dozer3356]

What a brilliant idea . Thank you for posting Colin.

[@knecht105]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@williamkaiser8490]

Like the dust collector Bright IDEA! What your solution for a Miter SAW?

[@MrBill0523]

Thank you Colin! God Bless! ~ Bill

[@knecht105]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@biptetk]

Wow! Nice! I have the same sanding machine. I'm going to implement your ideas on mine. Thanks for sharing.

[@knecht105]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@edhiestand1197]

Thanks, nice looking addition. Does this replace the need to connect to the port in the rear? Is there any need to figure out a way to hook them both up with some sort of a y connector between the machine and the vacuum?

[@michaelbauer7023]

If you make the base a little larger, you can attach it with a simple spring clamp.

[@johng170]

Grat Idea Coiin !! really enjoy your video's and narration !

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching!

[@robertrossi8997]

Great video Colin. Where does one get that anti skid material? Thx

[@johnjohnstone254]

Poundland u k

[@knecht105]

Most hardware stores and Dollar store will have it. Thanks for watching!

[@thomasarussellsr]

Its a shelf liner. Cut it to fit what you need. But be warned, buy the bigger roll, because once you start using it, you'll find a use for it in all kinds of different applications. (Also makes a great pad to replace worn felts on the bottoms of lamps and other table top items.)

[@randomactsofcooking]

I have the same sander and these are some nice tips. On mine, the tilt table is high in the center where the pivot line is. Maybe take off and try to bend into flatness? Thanks Colin.

[@thomasarussellsr]

Nice addition to that tool. Now I know how when I am ever able to add this type of tool to my shop. (Disabled and broke, problems).

[@wiseoldfool]

Looks like a worthwhile improvement. Did you use the new dust collection port as well as the original, or instead of?

[@brunojacques7874]

I , do you still use the original dust port with the upgrade ?

[@stevegronsky8904]

What did you do with the "factory" dust port on the rear of the sander? Is it just left open?

[@rjtumble]

I was going to ask that too. I was thinking building a little Y connector for back there would be nice, let you plug the new one in as an extension and have dust collection from both ports. Maybe this one is working so well that it's not necessary.

[@thomasarussellsr]

@@rjtumble I'm thinking that port (built in) works well for the dust on the downward stroke. So yeah, both makes sense.

[@martys8349]

@@rjtumble I was thinking of having a goose-neck off of a Y so one could clean up afterwards, but you have a better idea. The only thing is, this dust collection gizmo crowds you out of using the rounded area of the sander. I guess you can spin it away. Maybe I'll try to figure out how to get it further out of the way... I'm not sure just how.

[@johnanon658]

Sir, are either of those wheels rubber? Or could one replace those wheels w a softer rubber?

[@grahamallen3941]

Very useful video, thank you Colin. Graham🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@asablue4816]

Any advantage to using a wye and using both this great idea and the OEM dust port?

[@joebrown1382]

Great engineering Colin. Worked spended.

[@knecht105]

Thank You!

[@CaptainZybar]

Do you use two shop vacs, one for the dust port on the machine, and the other for the added port mount?

[@ArtDingoWoodworks]

Trying to understand why the saw dust would be coming out on that end with the rotation direction of sander. What am I missing?

[@appynoon]

may try to fit an induction motor as the original is a bit noisy

[@davidchisholm457]

Hello Colin, Great video to watch as I have just purchased this particular sander. I don't know if you will be able to answer this question but what percentage would you guess is entering through the dust port you installed. I have limited depth on my bench and wonder if a port just on the top for belt sanding would suffice.

[@eladsinay6914]

Where can I find that plastic piece and what would it be called ?

[@johnvodopija]

Nice work. I need to do something similar. Thank you for another very good video! 👍😎🇦🇺

[@glenschumannGlensWorkshop]

Thanks

[@I-Love-Taylor-Swift]

I have a question. Why use a Forstner bit instead of a drill of the same diameter? Maybe you have a video on that already? ! Thanks.

[@ratdog3055]

Evil minds think alike! I mounted a rectangular sweeper attachment with a clamp to the table. Since I have a small hose to work with, it fits nicely on the sand and does the job. Gonna make one of those knobs . The only other thing I added was a wooden cleat on the table to hold the cord when not in use.

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching!

[@adrianabshire]

Great addition! I’m still trying to figure out which TYPE of sander to start with? I see there are spindle and ones that go up/down, belt, and disk type - which to start with??? I’m in a small garage so space is an issue...

[@knecht105]

I really depends on the projects you'll be doing

[@thomasarussellsr]

If you think you'll ever need an oscillating belt sander like the one in this video, it's a great choice as the belt can be removed and an oscillating drum sander insert takes its place. Boom, two tools in one. A random orbit sander, either with the round or quarter-sheet rectangular head is great for larger/panel work. The vertical/horizontal belt Sanders with the disk on the side can be handy for wood or metal work. The vertical 1 or 2 inch belt machines are more of a belt grinder than a sander, they are very aggressive with wood or metal depending on the grit of belt used. It all depends on what you think you might need. But if contemplating an oscillating drum sander, might as well put up a few extra bucks for a convertable machine like this one in the video. Many manufacturers make these.

[@chris2790]

I just bought one and it seems to vibrate a lot. Is that normal? Sounds like yours might as well?

[@davidcunningham8319]

I picked up one of these sander for $30. I use it all the time.

[@knecht105]

Thanks for watching!

[@thomasarussellsr]

Where? I could afford that price after a quite short period of saving up.

[@okcantbelieveit294]

Great idea.👍

[@knecht105]

Thank You!

[@jgriff19861947]

Nice video and tips

[@knecht105]

Thank You!

[@jaysnider22]

I’ve been wanting one of these for years and finally bit the bullet today. When I got it set up I found that I have one problem that if I can’t fix then it’s going back to HD. The movable table top does not line up correctly with the stationary top. It sits a little bit proud which makes it catch on the piece of wood I’m sanding. I think that is unsafe in that it could catch and go flying across the workshop. There are some set screws at the hinge but that is only for making the movable top be Square with the spindle. Only thing I can think of is pulling out the screws that act as hinges and somehow making them eccentric in order to raise or lower the lip of the movable part of the table top. However I’m not sure that will work or that I can do it. Do you have any other suggestions? Thanks, J.

[@kutncure]

i just purchased an oscillating sander, when I turn on the sander the sandpaper oscillates up/ down and then comes off the large spindle...what can I do to keep the sandpaper on the spindle.....sign newbie woodworker

[@Not_TVs_Frank]

The knob on the right side is used to adjust the belt. It lets you nudge the sandpaper up and down, but too loose and the belt will slip off the top.

[@marcwheeler4406]

You should make these sleds for people who have this machine.. theres alot of beginners out here and as also a beginner I just wanted to make crafts and the sanding of the wood is a huge problem when you have disabilities but when you see belt sander that makes things easier except for dust that can accumulate, so I'm just saying you could probably make these and sell on Facebook or esty shop ex for people like me who just want to do craft stuff but want to safe from dust and such.. you would probably sell many that could pay for a new tool or offset the price of your sander......mikelle ny mom learning about tools to make crafts to help with stress..

[@billffromnh]

I have the same question as Steve Gronsky, but he asked first.

[@CntBckt]

Why don't I get notifications for your channel? Your videos don't pop up in my feed, so I thought you'd retired from KZbin or something. D:

[@onlywood1483]

The voice crack at the end though

[@chrisgriffith1573]

5 minute epoxy: Always sets in 24 hours... lol