WriteON
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Would like to buy a kit. I need suggestions for a start up system. The 2272 looks like it has everything I need. I'll take suggestions or comments. Want to buy right the first time. Thank you.
Foredom Flexshafts.
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leehljp
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I bought a Harbor Freight Flex Shaft Grinder about 3 years ago and it does OK.
https://www.harborfreight.com/flexible-shaft-grinder-and-carver-40432.html
I know it is not a Foredom by any means.
But to upgrade it, I bought a Foredom 44T hand piece and it does great on the HF shaft & motor.
https://www.amazon.com/Foredom-44T-...4QYRC9J5S71&psc=1&refRID=YBFDW7CQ04QYRC9J5S71
https://www.harborfreight.com/flexible-shaft-grinder-and-carver-40432.html
I know it is not a Foredom by any means.
But to upgrade it, I bought a Foredom 44T hand piece and it does great on the HF shaft & motor.
https://www.amazon.com/Foredom-44T-...4QYRC9J5S71&psc=1&refRID=YBFDW7CQ04QYRC9J5S71
Charlie_W
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I have a Master Carver Set Up with the three handpieces as listed in this pic. The geared hand piece will open to 1/4". The smaller handpiece is lighter and easier for smaller bits and smaller hands. The reciprocating handpiece is cool too.
This is also 1/2 HP....plenty of power. I would suggest ordering a couple of replacement shaft cores in case you snap one.
I am very pleased with this unit....have the foot pedal control.....will probably get the table top speed controller too for steady consistent speed.
I also made a fixed bracket to mount the motor so it wouldn't rotate as it does with the hanging bail loop and support.
This is also 1/2 HP....plenty of power. I would suggest ordering a couple of replacement shaft cores in case you snap one.
I am very pleased with this unit....have the foot pedal control.....will probably get the table top speed controller too for steady consistent speed.
I also made a fixed bracket to mount the motor so it wouldn't rotate as it does with the hanging bail loop and support.
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dogcatcher
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Read through this review of flexshaft rotary units that was on Woodcarving Illustrated's Forum. https://forum.woodcarvingillustrate...arving/54216-review-of-cheap-flex-shaft-tools
When I added a new unit I went with his suggestion. It is smaller and lighter motor, but has served me well. All Foredom and WeCheer brand handpieces will fit any of the other brands.
When I added a new unit I went with his suggestion. It is smaller and lighter motor, but has served me well. All Foredom and WeCheer brand handpieces will fit any of the other brands.
WriteON
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Looks like a great package. Any comments on customer service?
Charlie_W
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Looks like a great package. Any comments on customer service?[/QUOTE]
I've only needed customer service once and that was because when I first bought the unit, which I bought it from a dealer who was in our club, She gave an additional discount as the unit had been sold and came back...said all it needed was the inner flex shaft and she gave me one. Turns out that the sheath was kinked as well. Trying to get it replaced through her didn't work well so I called customer service. They fixed me right up with a new sheath and inner core....no charge.
I also called customer service another time when inquiring about purchasing the reciprocating handpiece. They were very helpful and I ended up buying the Master Carver reciprocating handpiece even though another brand would fit and cost less.
This has been a very good purchase. I now use it more often when carving spoons to hog out the spoon bowl before going to hand scrapers and sandpaper.
It also works well with other carving bits for surface embellishment of different types.
Thought I have not used other brands, I can vouch for this unit and highly recommend it. It should last as long as I will need it. If used on a constant basis, one will need to replace motor brushes and the sheath with time....but this is normal wear just like brakes and tires on your car.
I've only needed customer service once and that was because when I first bought the unit, which I bought it from a dealer who was in our club, She gave an additional discount as the unit had been sold and came back...said all it needed was the inner flex shaft and she gave me one. Turns out that the sheath was kinked as well. Trying to get it replaced through her didn't work well so I called customer service. They fixed me right up with a new sheath and inner core....no charge.
I also called customer service another time when inquiring about purchasing the reciprocating handpiece. They were very helpful and I ended up buying the Master Carver reciprocating handpiece even though another brand would fit and cost less.
This has been a very good purchase. I now use it more often when carving spoons to hog out the spoon bowl before going to hand scrapers and sandpaper.
It also works well with other carving bits for surface embellishment of different types.
Thought I have not used other brands, I can vouch for this unit and highly recommend it. It should last as long as I will need it. If used on a constant basis, one will need to replace motor brushes and the sheath with time....but this is normal wear just like brakes and tires on your car.
WriteON
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Charlie W.
Thank you so much for your feedback. For now it will be used for small scratches in ring cores..(polish and hi-shine). As much as I will use it ...the tool should last for a few generations. I'm not carver but never know... I might tinker. I like the kit containing multiple hand pieces. It should be fun.
Thank you so much for your feedback. For now it will be used for small scratches in ring cores..(polish and hi-shine). As much as I will use it ...the tool should last for a few generations. I'm not carver but never know... I might tinker. I like the kit containing multiple hand pieces. It should be fun.
WriteON
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Hanging vs Table top. Other than table space what are the advantages.
WriteON
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Ordered the Mastercarver hanging pro set. Intend to experiment and try new things. Thanks everyone for your replies.
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Seer
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I picked one up at an estate sale for $30.00 a few weeks back
WriteON
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And ...ordered an IV pole to support it. I might look for a white lab coat to work in :biggrin: