DIY Motor Mod on 2 x 42 Belt Grinder

3,502 views · Published 29 April 2018 · 7:00 · Indexed 20 September 2026

Channel: Bill Gilmour · 2018 · Science & Technology

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I have a General brand 2 x 42 belt grinder in my shop and the motor blew recently. The start winding shorted and took out the cap as well. I was going to fix or replace the motor but instead I used a treadmill motor and controller that I had salvaged. The new motor and variable speed certainly are a big upgrade for this machine.

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