I have a 4x8 Johannsen that would sand in an 8-9 feet (6"wide belt) section
at a time. However, the end throat clearance is only 6". I guess you
could go through at an angle. Would be a lot of weight on the bed. What
might work easier is something like an old Performax 18" drum sander that
attaches to a radial arm saw column. That should give you the ability to do
your stock easily. Should be easier to find and a LOT cheaper to obtain.
Respectfully,
Ron Moore

"j.b. miller" wrote in message
...
To anyone who has a stroke sander, can you feed stock( 12' long) from the
side and onto the bed for sanding then push it out the other side? Reason,
I
have lots of 8by8s that need to be sanded and the planer style sanders
only
have a 4" depth.
Are 8" stroke sanders common or are there any 'homemade'
plans available.
Thanks for any feedback


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Jay Miller
Temtronic Designs Inc.
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