I got one of these about a year ago.
http://www.toolbarn.com/makita-9920.html
It replaced a POS 3x21 craftsman wich I dumped because it had no dust
collection.
There is nothing about it that I did not like, There are a few things that I
think are particularly Good:
* the integrated dust collection appears to get 90%. That exceeded my
expectations Oddly attaching a shop vac did not seem to improve on that
much.
* Supposedly the quietest of the breed. It's certainly much quieter than my
crapsman.
* I like the extra length of a 3x24. It's easier to *not* dig in and make a
mess
*Subjective, but I find the balance and ergonomics to be quite good.
* Belt tracking is perfect.
* A long and plyable cord. I wish vendors would either put long cords or
really short cords on a tool.
-Steve
"Max" wrote in message
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My Elu 3 X 21 belt sander bit the dust, (heh-heh)
Recommendations for a replacement? My gratitude will be undying.
(dust collection will be a significant feature)
Max