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    Hey Todd, I just upgraded to a Grizzly's South...

    Hey Todd, I just upgraded to a Grizzly's South Bend 20" helical. Very nice machine. There are few if any other machines in this price range that have a variable speed feed down to ~10 fpm. One...
  2. What’s the HP on that unit? If it’s 25 plus...

    What’s the HP on that unit? If it’s 25 plus years old, expect some issues but sometimes the older USA stuff is built really well.

    I had a 16 / 32 performax that I used for many years on guitar...
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    I have the V helical on my 5hp 12” combo jointer...

    I have the V helical on my 5hp 12” combo jointer planer. Never used a Byrd so don’t have that to compare it to. Does a good job and not sure either is vastly superior to the other.
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    I just bought the South Bend 20” helical planer. ...

    I just bought the South Bend 20” helical planer. It’s only $300 more than Grizzly’s green extreme machine. The variable speed feed was the main reason I went with South Bend.

    I also have...
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    Here’s one of the few machines in 10 hp with...

    Here’s one of the few machines in 10 hp with single phase. Powered movement, segmented infeed.

    https://baileigh.com/woodworking/wood-machinery-specials/numerically-controlled-planer-ip-2509-hd
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    If it’s a very clean machine with just hobby use,...

    If it’s a very clean machine with just hobby use, it might be worth it. But it’s still a 17 year old machine so you have to account for any problems. Probably won’t get it for 5k but maybe meet...
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    Is that 6 blade system old school straight knife?...

    Is that 6 blade system old school straight knife? 7500 seems a bit steep. I’d probably want at least a Tersa head at that price. Back in 07, I guess helical heads were not as common.
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    When I rotated the cutters on my helical head, I...

    When I rotated the cutters on my helical head, I had some ridges and uneven planing. It’s very easy to get debris under the cutters, so make sure it’s blown out and they are seated correctly. After...
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    I would probably save up and just buy a new one...

    I would probably save up and just buy a new one at some current used prices.

    Hammer has 16”JP helical combo machines on sale for 6k. Minimax had some machines on sale for 15-20% just last week.
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    I have a 25x2 Supermax 5hp. Nice machine and I...

    I have a 25x2 Supermax 5hp. Nice machine and I enjoy it. I’d personally pass on the 36” Supermax though.

    Don’t think it has enough muscle with the same 5 hp motor as the 25x2. You’ll be...
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    The Powematic is a much heavier machine and more...

    The Powematic is a much heavier machine and more robust design, hence the higher price.

    I’d probably buy Grizzly’s SB model before I spent $3100 on the Jet. It’s near the same price but much...
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    Hey Clint if you’re talking about the Grizzly...

    Hey Clint if you’re talking about the Grizzly G0634X, I’ve had that machine for awhile.

    It’s got plenty of power. Not much else to compare as it’s hard to get a 12” machine with a 5hp motor and...
  13. Hey Pat, I personally wouldn’t spend $3000 for a...

    Hey Pat, I personally wouldn’t spend $3000 for a straight knife planer with 2 hp. Seems like there’s a lot of other options out there.

    Go helical and 3hp if you’re going to spend 3 grand. Most...
  14. Hey Jay, I have a Supermax 25 x 2, 5hp and really...

    Hey Jay, I have a Supermax 25 x 2, 5hp and really like it. I beat my old 16/32 single drum sander up for almost 20 years. Only had 1 1/2 hp and it was way underpowered at times.

    The 5hp Supermax...
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    I would probably buy the South Bend from Grizzly...

    I would probably buy the South Bend from Grizzly before the Oliver. It has a variable feed rate and under $3,000.
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  16. If I was going to buy a brand new big honkin'...

    If I was going to buy a brand new big honkin' stand alone jointer, the Nova would be one of my top contenders. Love the sleek Euro lines and design.

    It's not much more money than a Powermatic. ...
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    A week should be plenty. Some will put in down...

    A week should be plenty. Some will put in down in 48-72 hours if it's standard 3 1/4" width.

    Wood being properly kiln dry at the mill is the most important. I put down ~850 SF of 6 inch rift...
  18. Trust your instinct on business deals. I would...

    Trust your instinct on business deals. I would cut ties, and ask for an immediate refund. Leave a review on their site and be honest about your experience.

    If you're getting strung along for 13...
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    The new Oliver has nothing to do with vintage...

    The new Oliver has nothing to do with vintage Oliver machines. They are on par with Jet, Powermatic, Grizzly, Baleigh, Laguna and others.

    Most machines in this price range are made in similar...
  20. Most people are going to check what the current...

    Most people are going to check what the current new price / availability is vs used. Companies like Grizzly have a huge advantage as they sell direct. They can instantly reduce prices when...
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    I inquired about the CWI after seeing a video on...

    I inquired about the CWI after seeing a video on YouTube. I emailed them 3 times and called as well several times. Could never get anybody to return a message. When customer service seems non...
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    I had this Cutech spiral planer and highly...

    I had this Cutech spiral planer and highly recommend it. I sold it off only because I bought a 12” grizzly combo machine and no longer had the room. Had carbide tip cutters, snipe lock and was a...
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    I had the 16/32 for almost 20 years and beat it...

    I had the 16/32 for almost 20 years and beat it up. Only 1 1/2 HP, so not much muscle on bigger jobs, but it was good for smaller to modest sanding.

    Upgraded to the Supermax 25x2 5 hp, and it's...
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    I see this SB planer is now $800 less expensive. ...

    I see this SB planer is now $800 less expensive. Not on sale and just new everyday price. It was $5400.

    https://www.grizzly.com/products/south-bend-20-planer-with-helical-cutterhead/sb1109
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    I often browse the Scott and Sargeant website to...

    I often browse the Scott and Sargeant website to drool over all the high end machinery. I like places that list prices so I can fantasize about what I'm probably not going to buy.
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