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Welcome Forum => Welcome Board and Introductions => Topic started by: PoppaSki on June 30, 2020, 08:01:18 PM

Title: Another Hello from BC
Post by: PoppaSki on June 30, 2020, 08:01:18 PM

Hello all, and thanks for the opportunity to join this forum!

I am on the hunt for information on a Durex combo 4" belt and 6" disc sander. I recently acquired one and am just looking for history and perhaps parts or an instruction manual. I've replaced the bearings on the drive roll and they were easy to come by. For the most part it runs well but I like knowing more about my tools.

According to the tag it was made in 1994, and imported into Canada. It's a Model 47, and runs at 3450 rpm (which seems high to me).

Any additional information would be appreciated.

Title: Re: Another Hello from BC
Post by: Papaw on June 30, 2020, 09:28:28 PM

Welcome to Tool Talk.

Though what you describe is not really the vintage tool the we usually discuss, I did a quick Google and found this- https://www.google.com/search?q=Durex+combo+4%22+belt+and+6%22+disc+sander&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS805US805&sxsrf=ALeKk01RGW2dYrx0lPD5-6YgKQN504Unuw:1593570310541&tbm=isch&source=iu&ictx=1&fir=HJq24_IU9WisBM%252C0osFF9Frqgmt_M%252C_&vet=1&usg=AI4_-kQPmcrlNlWq3oa5jluBjdEhCoMScg&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi19KKCgKvqAhUBUa0KHQbBAmUQ9QEwB3oECAIQBw&biw=1694&bih=791#imgrc=HJq24_IU9WisBM

Title: Re: Another Hello from BC
Post by: PoppaSki on June 30, 2020, 11:35:42 PM

Thank you, and my apologies for misunderstanding the scope of the forum.

I have found some photos and seen these units for sale in auctions but so far little other information. I will continue to look, more from interest than need. I appreciate your help!

All the best,
Dwayne