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It's coming ok, slowly but surely Razor. The father in law just located 3 motors so that is a nice score. Just need to find some time to head up to the in laws to finish. Will post as it comes along.

Well it has begun. Got some welding done.

So here I go into the world of big boy grinders. Metal is cut, wheels are in and pillow block bearings have arrived. Also my 1x42" is fixed so in the meantime while I finish the nwg I can actually get to work. Thanks to all with advice and modification ideas.

Ausbrooks thanks for the direct drive idea I think with you and the one and only wayne coe suggesting it I am sold on the idea. Thanks wayne for the tubing idea I asked and received great info, going to go with the different tubing size less slop as you say. Slatroni no worries about I hope this...

Sorry no pics haven't started yet.OK guys after all these months of reading and figuring I am going to build the NWG grinder (with welds). Any advice on any tweeks or mods to make it better then the plans. I am no engineer so keep it realistic. I am recruiting the father in law in this effort as...

Plus 1 for both the grinder and knife. I need a friend like that, can you rent that friend out. I see lots of great knives coming from this grinder enjoy.

Welcome from the other side of the country, keep safe with those earthquakes friend.

Will do Dick, I have family in Albion so not a far trip on a nice day. Just getting started so seeing other setups is great. Meet a few makers this weekend at the Lewiston gunshow, guy by the name Big Pete and Mike marsh of Road ends outfitters and picked their brains for a bit and got some...

Funny story George I was researching a little bit on respirators and liked what I saw on the site. Seems that we have similar taste I ordered the north 7700 half mask myself today. First new purchase besides some belts for an old hand me down grinder. Safety first as they say.

Thanks Ed for the story. I have yet to make knife 1 and have a respirator on order. For you guys with a lifetime of knowledge us newbies can stand to learn a lot about the skill set but most importantly the safety aspect. Thanks

Hi Whip welcome, had some friends just move to Austin and like it a lot. I also am very envious of the new kmg you just bought enjoy it.

Thanks Tactical the wife and I just moved from the Clearwater FL area back home after 10 years and damn it's cold.

So this damn bug got me. The knife making one that is and a little to soon. I am up here in the northeast (Maine) freezing by the way. Love the site tons of great info you guys rock. My situation sucks, no space or budget for tools so a few broken down oldies are waiting to be put to use. Plus...