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>Hi Tony,
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>> All things being equal, if you have access to a good compressor, I would
>> suggest an air die grinder.
>> I realize not everyone has one available, but I have a CP that I equipped
>> with an in line brake (pressure requlator in-line) and really like it as
>> opposed to my old Milwaukee, (not the beer).
>
>Got one. I feel the speed control is much better. I don't have to
>throttle it as I cut into the work. I set the cutting speed I want
>and go to it. I can select a low speed and dig a carbide burr into
>wood or plastic and the torque just comes up to match the load.
>
>I've got a line regulator. It will limit speed but doesn't do much
>to prevent the rpms from dropping as soon as you load it up.
>
>> One adjustment to get used to is the darn hose, which is heavier to drag
>> around than an electrical cord.
>
>Another point is the cold. As the air expands through the tool it
>gets cold. If you're grinding on a set of heads for a few hours it becomes
>an issue. Your hands tend to get stiff. An electric grinder gets
>warm, though not generally enough that it is a problem.
>
> Brian
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>bkelley@ford.com
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Brian,
What, you mean you don't have a compressor heater?????
All well equipped shops should have one. (tongue is in cheek)
Points well made.
I personally prefer the inline throttle on air. But then again, I still
use stones to cut into heads.
Carbide is just too high tech for me.
I guess you could say I'm still in the "Stone Age" Ha Ha.
Whatever works for you is great, don't let anybody talk you out of it.
Best Regards,
Tony R.
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