Very thorough evaluation Ray. Nice setup. I personally would have used Home Depot hex head bolts to hold them down. Ha! Obviously Stan must consider you a 'Neatnick" too. Thanks for stopping by my shop. It was great to visit with you guys.
Great presentation on the different models, Ray. I love my Mod E.. Again thanks to you for stearin me to it with your video, and George at NRT for fulfilling it. I’ll send you pictures of the tilting stand I’m working on. Talk with ya later buddy.
Thanks for the review Ray. I do like tool reviews. If stuff is good enough for you, Tom, Stan, Randy, and Chuck, I am pretty sure it will be more than fine for me. Some folks just need to jump to the next video and move on.
love this setup brother and im inspired to just pull the trigger and get the Mod-E, and a tool bench and use that as my storage cause that was my best concern is the space in my garage
Thank you. For a guy like myself who only has 115v to his garage what motor (HP) would you recommend (Mod-E)? I would love to have a VFD. Under $1000 for everything would make my wife happy.
Thank you John, The motor is from automationdirect.com it's a Ironhorse 2 HP 3450 RPM 3 Phase 208-230/460 volt TEFC model # MTR-002-3BD36 its run by an VFD from eBay for a 2HP 3 phase motor. www.ebay.com/itm/1-5KW-220V-Single-phase-Variable-Frequency-Drive-VFD-Speed-Controller-AT1-1500S/254302479307?hash=item3b359be3cb:g:biIAAOSwoCtdMV6U Be sure and get the VFD that matches the HP of your motor!
DerVelo www.ebay.com/itm/1-5KW-220V-Single-phase-Variable-Frequency-Drive-VFD-Speed-Controller-AT1-1500S/254302479307?hash=item3b359be3cb:g:biIAAOSwoCtdMV6U Be sure and get the one that matches the HP of your motor!
Seems like the blue unit is a heck of a deal and does almost all the pro does except tilt 90 degrees. The motor on the pro sounds way better but thats a personal observation. Did you look at other makes such as Ameribrade?
The motor on the Pro Package is a Baldor, one of the best, smooth as glass! I did months of research and looked at every belt grinder on the market at that time, I choose what was the best for me and got the best bang for my buck! I feel its still to date the best grinder on the market!
@@RaysGarage Your videos of these belt grinders are great. I could see the details you speak of even before you mentioned them. I'm a hobbyist, not an income producing shop, so these are a big consideration however, when looking over the other makes, its fair to say the extra cost is well worth it for a few reasons but accuracy and solid function is just a couple reasons. Leeson motors are good too, I have one on a 12' sliding wrought iron gate and its 20+ years old with zero issues. I have Baldor bench grinders and they are much better than the competition, in fact there isn't much competition since they are far better than the others are. Your time spent investigating the many brands etc. is appreciated as you document these two Northridge Tool belt grinders. Nice to have a new shop wired and plumbed how you want it, isn't it?
My question is about the standard package vs the pro package. Correct me if I’m wrong.. the only difference in the standard vs pro is options the chassis, motor, and VFD are the exact same. Right ?
Rick Suttles Hello Rick, yes you are correct, the Mod-2 Standard package is the same grinder but does not include all the Pro Package accessories, these can he added on down the road.
I have got ur opinion on the NorthRidge grinder a couple times. I’ve decided to get the mod -2 with the baldor 2hp motor. What amp breaker would u recommend? I’m in the process of getting things ready now. I’m having NorthRidge wire it 220 volts. Any tips in this area would be appreciated. How many tooling arm lock down knobs come with the grinder? Also does the ratchet tensioner come standard on the mod-2?
Hi Rick, Great choice! I have both Mod-2 and Mod-E on a 30 a amp breaker but that is way overkill, 20 amp is more than sufficient. I use this outlet for other 240 volt machines, only reason I have it on a 30 amp circuit. I am not 100% sure but I do believe all Mod-2 Pro Packages come with the ratchet tensioner, if you are not getting the Pro Package you must request it. My grinder came with two knurled lock down handles, you can also request more if you like for a small additional fee. Feel free to hit George up with any questions, he is a great guy with lots of great information! You are going to love this grinder! Cheers, Ray
Outstanding video Ray. Really well done. So well done I bought one yesterday. Question regarding the Iron Horse motor you picked out. Is it a 2hp, 3 phase, 2 pole , 3600 Rpm, TEFC, 56C, 220 volt? If its a 2 pole motor it seems to have plenty of power and certainly will save money over a 4 pole for anyone interested. Also, where did you score that cool aluminum knob on the left hand side?
Thank you! The motor is from automationdirect.com it's a Ironhorse 2 HP 3450 RPM 3 Phase208-230/460 volt TEFC model # MTR-002-3BD36 its run by the VFD from eBay for a 2HP 3 phase motor. It does have plenty of power and belt speed is adjusted by the VFD. The knob came from my NRT Mod-2 Pro Package grinder but I'm sure George will sell you some knobs, they are really nice!
I’ve got a mod e and my 36 grit ceramic belts wobble a bit and I think it’s because of the spring on the tension arm... I don’t think it’s got enough pressure. Do you have any recommendations? I tried a 400 AO belt and it tracked really nice. Is it possibly just the belt or could it be because I took the 4 inch drive wheel off and added an iron creek 6” drive wheel?
Hi Johnny, Going from a 4" to 6" drive wheel increases the belt speed a lot so verify the tension arm is lined up with the other wheels and that it is snug but not too tight from keeping tension on the belt. if the belt continues to wobble or wonders around try a slower speed, if that does not cure the issue the belt might be bad but not likely.
It would be nice if they would at least show pictures of their products on their website. If I'm spending top dollar on a product I want to know all I can about it first and they failed at that.
@@RaysGarage Thanks but that's ok. I just ordered something else. I don't mean to sound negative but for a top end machine I would think Northridge would actually have pictures of all their attachments and a video showing how their system works. I can't just blindly spend that kind of money without knowing everything I can and I mean every last little detail. If they did that I would definitely consider one.
So much whining about seeming like a commercial. No one is making them watch it... thanks for the info. Looks like I'll have to pull the trigger on a motor and vfd finally. Thanks for helping me spend money 😂😂
@@RaysGarage I appreciate that and will probably take you up on that. I have an lb1000 right now with a 1hp motor so I'm going to order the motor and vfd for now and add the mod E soon hopefully
@@RaysGarage ok you offered so first question lol. Does the motor or vfd come with anything you need to connect them? I've never messed with a vfd and I bought my grinder used with the motor already
Tactical Pterodactyl Knives If you get the same Ironhorse motor that I got, you get just the motor, you have to wire it to the VFD, and wire the VFD with a power cord. Wait until you get all your parts to save on trips to the hardware store. You will thank me later!
vettepicking Hi, Tell me how else viewers will know whats available and the quality of items if I don’t do these videos, I don’t see you spending your time or your money to do this for free for others!
@@RaysGarage if you make good videos on good projects then youtube will reward you with a paycheck. Good content = views. Paid for reviews on products is not a good way to show viewers whats good. Plus you have 10 vids already on these sanders.
Steve just Steve Hi Steve, Tell me how else viewers will know whats available and the quality of items if I don’t do these videos, I don’t see you spending your time or your money to do this for free for others!
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Very thorough evaluation Ray. Nice setup. I personally would have used Home Depot hex head bolts to hold them down. Ha! Obviously Stan must consider you a 'Neatnick" too. Thanks for stopping by my shop. It was great to visit with you guys.
Joe Pieczynski Thanks Joe, Thank you for having us, great time! Looking forward to seeing you again soon!
Great presentation on the different models, Ray. I love my Mod E.. Again thanks to you for stearin me to it with your video, and George at NRT for fulfilling it. I’ll send you pictures of the tilting stand I’m working on. Talk with ya later buddy.
Your really stepping things up with two belt grinders.
Thanks for the review Ray. I do like tool reviews. If stuff is good enough for you, Tom, Stan, Randy, and Chuck, I am pretty sure it will be more than fine for me. Some folks just need to jump to the next video and move on.
scrout Amen to that, Thank you! 👍
That's a real nice pair of belt sanding machines . Cool .
Nice review Ray. Very nice units.
Awsome video, even better grinding rig units. Great job brother
Many thanks, both these grinders are awesome to say the least!
love this setup brother and im inspired to just pull the trigger and get the Mod-E, and a tool bench and use that as my storage cause that was my best concern is the space in my garage
Thanks Man, You will be very happy with the Mod-E, I use mine almost daily with no issues!
Such fine grinders, glad there is a more modest version.
Perfect, real great all set everything clear , wish you more success .
Looks like a nice machine ! Good video.
Thank you. For a guy like myself who only has 115v to his garage what motor (HP) would you recommend (Mod-E)? I would love to have a VFD. Under $1000 for everything would make my wife happy.
Thank you John, The motor is from automationdirect.com it's a Ironhorse 2 HP 3450 RPM 3 Phase 208-230/460 volt TEFC model # MTR-002-3BD36 its run by an VFD from eBay for a 2HP 3 phase motor.
www.ebay.com/itm/1-5KW-220V-Single-phase-Variable-Frequency-Drive-VFD-Speed-Controller-AT1-1500S/254302479307?hash=item3b359be3cb:g:biIAAOSwoCtdMV6U
Be sure and get the VFD that matches the HP of your motor!
I got I brand new 2hp baldor VM3558 motor and my kbac27, this is next. The motor only cost me 180$ alot better than the chineasum. Good vid
William M. Great score on the Baldor motor, with the KB27 it will be a really nice set up! 👍
Could you give me a link on that VFD you bought. I am not quite sure, which one to buy. Great video btw!
DerVelo www.ebay.com/itm/1-5KW-220V-Single-phase-Variable-Frequency-Drive-VFD-Speed-Controller-AT1-1500S/254302479307?hash=item3b359be3cb:g:biIAAOSwoCtdMV6U
Be sure and get the one that matches the HP of your motor!
Thanks a lot!
Seems like the blue unit is a heck of a deal and does almost all the pro does except tilt 90 degrees. The motor on the pro sounds way better but thats a personal observation. Did you look at other makes such as Ameribrade?
The motor on the Pro Package is a Baldor, one of the best, smooth as glass! I did months of research and looked at every belt grinder on the market at that time, I choose what was the best for me and got the best bang for my buck! I feel its still to date the best grinder on the market!
@@RaysGarage Your videos of these belt grinders are great. I could see the details you speak of even before you mentioned them. I'm a hobbyist, not an income producing shop, so these are a big consideration however, when looking over the other makes, its fair to say the extra cost is well worth it for a few reasons but accuracy and solid function is just a couple reasons. Leeson motors are good too, I have one on a 12' sliding wrought iron gate and its 20+ years old with zero issues. I have Baldor bench grinders and they are much better than the competition, in fact there isn't much competition since they are far better than the others are. Your time spent investigating the many brands etc. is appreciated as you document these two Northridge Tool belt grinders. Nice to have a new shop wired and plumbed how you want it, isn't it?
My question is about the standard package vs the pro package. Correct me if I’m wrong.. the only difference in the standard vs pro is options the chassis, motor, and VFD are the exact same. Right ?
Rick Suttles Hello Rick, yes you are correct, the Mod-2 Standard package is the same grinder but does not include all the Pro Package accessories, these can he added on down the road.
I have got ur opinion on the NorthRidge grinder a couple times. I’ve decided to get the mod -2 with the baldor 2hp motor. What amp breaker would u recommend? I’m in the process of getting things ready now. I’m having NorthRidge wire it 220 volts. Any tips in this area would be appreciated. How many tooling arm lock down knobs come with the grinder? Also does the ratchet tensioner come standard on the mod-2?
Hi Rick, Great choice! I have both Mod-2 and Mod-E on a 30 a amp breaker but that is way overkill, 20 amp is more than sufficient. I use this outlet for other 240 volt machines, only reason I have it on a 30 amp circuit. I am not 100% sure but I do believe all Mod-2 Pro Packages come with the ratchet tensioner, if you are not getting the Pro Package you must request it. My grinder came with two knurled lock down handles, you can also request more if you like for a small additional fee. Feel free to hit George up with any questions, he is a great guy with lots of great information! You are going to love this grinder! Cheers, Ray
Great show Ray. Yuz did a good job!
Can you give the link to the cheaper VFD?
Try looking on eBay, I found this one for $65 and be sure and get a VFD that matches the HP of your motor. Cheers, Ray
Outstanding video Ray. Really well done. So well done I bought one yesterday. Question regarding the Iron Horse motor you picked out. Is it a 2hp, 3 phase, 2 pole , 3600 Rpm, TEFC, 56C, 220 volt? If its a 2 pole motor it seems to have plenty of power and certainly will save money over a 4 pole for anyone interested. Also, where did you score that cool aluminum knob on the left hand side?
Thank you! The motor is from automationdirect.com it's a Ironhorse 2 HP 3450 RPM 3 Phase208-230/460 volt TEFC model # MTR-002-3BD36 its run by the VFD from eBay for a 2HP 3 phase motor. It does have plenty of power and belt speed is adjusted by the VFD. The knob came from my NRT Mod-2 Pro Package grinder but I'm sure George will sell you some knobs, they are really nice!
What powder coating company did you go with? Thanks
William M. crpowerdercoating.business.site/
May I ask how much was that beautiful powder coat job?
William M. For the chrome power coat then the candy blue was $100 OTD. Well worth it!
I’ve got a mod e and my 36 grit ceramic belts wobble a bit and I think it’s because of the spring on the tension arm... I don’t think it’s got enough pressure. Do you have any recommendations? I tried a 400 AO belt and it tracked really nice. Is it possibly just the belt or could it be because I took the 4 inch drive wheel off and added an iron creek 6” drive wheel?
Hi Johnny, Going from a 4" to 6" drive wheel increases the belt speed a lot so verify the tension arm is lined up with the other wheels and that it is snug but not too tight from keeping tension on the belt. if the belt continues to wobble or wonders around try a slower speed, if that does not cure the issue the belt might be bad but not likely.
Also make sure your drive wheel an your tracking wheel ate parallel to each other.if the are of it will cause tracking problems
It would be nice if they would at least show pictures of their products on their website. If I'm spending top dollar on a product I want to know all I can about it first and they failed at that.
Hi Pete, I would be happy to send you pictures of the two Northridge Tool Grinders that I have in my shop.
@@RaysGarage Thanks but that's ok. I just ordered something else. I don't mean to sound negative but for a top end machine I would think Northridge would actually have pictures of all their attachments and a video showing how their system works. I can't just blindly spend that kind of money without knowing everything I can and I mean every last little detail. If they did that I would definitely consider one.
Nice grinders. Would be even better on a table that is solid.
Thanks Mark! plenty stable enough for me and I can move them anywhere in my shop! Thanks for commenting and for tuning in! Cheers, Ray
How to buy 1 set?
Hello Jose, Contact Northridge Tool, his contact info is in the video. Thanks!!!
They both look good but that big one is pretty expensive!
Thanks Brian, These belt grinders are very handy in the shop!
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nice grinders and I would love one but i would have to selll my entire workshop to be able to buy the good one.😢
Chris Stephens Chris, you are very talented and am sure you could build one just as nice if not better than these! 👍
Ray's Garage You flatter me Sir, but I should warn you that flattery will get you nowhere., I'm too used to it.😉
So much whining about seeming like a commercial. No one is making them watch it... thanks for the info. Looks like I'll have to pull the trigger on a motor and vfd finally. Thanks for helping me spend money 😂😂
Well said my friend! Feel free to hit me up with any questions, I love this grinder, it gets used almost daily and runs like a champ!
@@RaysGarage I appreciate that and will probably take you up on that. I have an lb1000 right now with a 1hp motor so I'm going to order the motor and vfd for now and add the mod E soon hopefully
@@RaysGarage ok you offered so first question lol. Does the motor or vfd come with anything you need to connect them? I've never messed with a vfd and I bought my grinder used with the motor already
Tactical Pterodactyl Knives If you get the same Ironhorse motor that I got, you get just the motor, you have to wire it to the VFD, and wire the VFD with a power cord. Wait until you get all your parts to save on trips to the hardware store. You will thank me later!
@@RaysGarage Haha good call. Cool im about to order both. The motor changed part number but it's the same thing it looks. Thanks again!
Every video cant be a commercial.....
vettepicking Hi, Tell me how else viewers will know whats available and the quality of items if I don’t do these videos, I don’t see you spending your time or your money to do this for free for others!
@@RaysGarage if you make good videos on good projects then youtube will reward you with a paycheck. Good content = views. Paid for reviews on products is not a good way to show viewers whats good. Plus you have 10 vids already on these sanders.
$ 3,300 for some shiny CNC-made and assembled pieces? no new ideas but higher and higher prices ...
Hi Michele, Yes the Mod-E is pricey but I can say it is worth every penny! I use it almost daily and it rocks to say the least!
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Steve just Steve Hi Steve, Tell me how else viewers will know whats available and the quality of items if I don’t do these videos, I don’t see you spending your time or your money to do this for free for others!