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I have both of the Grizzly Pneumatic drum sanders. The sleeves are like $5 a piece, and frankly, not worth it. I would like to make my own sleeves. Has anyone done this? How?

Mike

I usually get the best deal from the Klingspor woodworking store. And a good quality abrasive.

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My memory is so good, sometimes I remember things that never happened.

Hmmm, did not know they sold them. Will check it out

Here's the problem. My required sizes are 7.5 x 2.25 and 4x1.125. I like these sanders, but not a huge fan of grizzly paper. Klingspor does not carry them. I like their paper. I look at how these things are built and it's just paper with a tape binder. Filament tape. Surely someone has "rolled their own". No?

We use Grizzly 100 grit sleeves -- they are not made with paper backed abrasive, actually Pasco MU22 cloth backed. Never had a seam fail and they stay unclogged and pretty aggressive for a long time. I am sure there are more expensive choices, but at least the 100 grit work fine for us.

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Ken Cierp

http://www.kennethmichaelguitars.com/

Try this for your 2-1/4"

http://www.industrialabrasives.com/sand ... 77_98.html

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My memory is so good, sometimes I remember things that never happened.

That's who I use. Their sanding sleeves seem to be high quality; they are long-lasting and I haven't had any come apart.

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Steve Smith
"Music is what feelings sound like"

Thanks! 5 pack, great price. Now I just need that 1 1/4"

We ordered a pack of the 2 1/4" x 8" -- worth a try -- Thanks

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Ken Cierp

http://www.kennethmichaelguitars.com/