Zane R 0 Posted May 21 Share Posted May 21 I've searched online and looked at forums but for some reason I am not finding what I need. I'm not even sure I'm using the right terminology because right now it just seems to escape me. I am modifying an existing jet belt grinder/sander into a 2x48, 4 wheel grinder, and for the tension I want to use the piston or shock absorber type set up instead of a spring. Can anyone tell me where I can get one of these? Thank you in advance! Link to post Share on other sites
Garry Keown 1,455 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Most use the gas stay or strut from a hatch back. Most car parts outlets have them. Use it upside down so the grit does not impact on the seal. 2 Von Gruff http://www.vongruffknives.com/ The ability to do comes with doing. Link to post Share on other sites
Welsh joel 83 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Amazon has multiple choices for sale. I searched " 6" gas strut" and came up with several pages. You can choose pressure in poundage as well. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Zane R 0 Posted May 22 Author Share Posted May 22 Gas strut... I could not figure out the name. Thank you. Any thoughts on how much pressure is needed? Link to post Share on other sites
Alan Longmire 3,878 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 You want enough force that the belt twangs like a bass guitar string when you pluck the long bit of it. I use a spring instead of a gas strut, but it's the same idea. It shod be stiff enough that it's hard to compress without leaning on it. Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now