Originally Posted by
Clifford McGuire
I was thinking about changing to the 55 gallon drum, but if I put it under the soffit, it would be a tight fit.
If there is any way you can accommodate the larger drum...do it! You can fill a drum very quickly when processing lumber with the jointer and planer. Really fast. On second thought...you're in the basement and need to get the stuff outside by going up stairs. Maybe the 35 gallon is more practical in that respect. BTW, you can buy 55 gallon bags that will fit in either drum from Amazon for a whole lot less than buying the bags from Oneida. Major a while lot less...I just got a box because I unfortunately have to bag here at our new property. They are big enough around to properly fill the drum...and don't forget you need the thin plastic accessory to hold the bag open while the cyclone is filling it with dust.
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