Surface grinder clean up question

[churchjw]

I am finally getting around to cleaning, painting and wiring in my surface grinder. One question I have is what is a good material to replace the rubber cover with. I am not sure what the cover is even called. But it is the sheet that covers the Y axis as you move the table in and out. I have the original one to use as a pattern but not sure of the material. Here is what I am thinking of using http://www.use-enco.com/CGI/INSRIT?PARTPG=INLMKD&PMPXNO=22546684&PMAKA=327-6753 Any better ideas?

Here is a before picture of the grinder. I don't have any showing the part I am talking about (of course) Will try to take more pictures tonight.



Jeff

 

[Hawkeye]

If you have a plastics retailer in your area, take the cover in and ask them. Tell them what conditions it will face - sparks, coolant, etc. they may have just the thing.

 

[easymike29]

Sheet neoprene will work fine. I'm sure you know this but it's important to keep that cover in good condition. As soon as it starts to deteriorate replace it. That's a mighty fine grinder you have there. It looks like it has the poly V pulley drive system. Not too often seen and highly versatile. If you grind much carbide you'll really appreciate it.

Gene

 

[Tony Wells]

Go curb shopping and grab a treadmill. The walking belt makes a good cover. Cut what you need and save the rest.