Genesis GBDS450 4-Inch by 46-Inch 4.5-Amp Belt/Disc Sander
August 1, 2013 - Comment
Product Features An All-in-One Sanding Station, 4.5-Amp Induction Motor for Quiet, Smooth Performance 4-Inch by 36-Inch Sanding Belt Tilts for Horizontal or Vertical use Table can be used on Sanding Belt or on 6-Inch Sanding Disc Quick-Release Belt Change System Includes: Table, Miter Gauge, and wrenches
Horrible Should have known when I got the unit and the fence was badly bent that I was in trouble. (Plus, the styrofoam packing was cracked and crumbling) I bent it back into shape with my bench vise and used the belt sander a couple of times without needing the fence. It did okay, but seemed to bog down easily. When I tried to sand a small piece of wood against the fence so as not to expose my fingers it blew through the fence and lodged under the plastic housing, snapping a connection. I had to…
twice DOA Sorry, I know I’m suppose to review the item and not the shipper or shipping. But, I feel I need to warn people about buying this item. I decided to try it because I have a Genesis multi-tool that works great. This sander is really cheap and 4.5 amps. I thought as long as it works it should be fine, since I wouldn’t be a heavy user. When I received the 1st one, the box was in bad shape. Not only was it a little beat up, but it looked old. like when cardboard gets soft after a long while…