On Sat, 26 Mar 2011 19:18:53 -0700 (PDT), DerbyDad03
wrote:

I just bought a Harbor Freight 10" Disc Sander.

If I place a straight edge across the face of the disc, it's not flat.
It is "higher" in the center of the disc, i.e. the straight edge rocks
from side to side. With the straight edge held flat against the one
side of the face, there's about a 1/16"gap at the opposite edge of the
disc.

Does it wobble, too? I'd return it.


I'm new to disc sanders, so I'm not sure if this is an issue or not.

If you're trying to flatten a surface, it will be a big issue.


Thanks for your comments on this situation.

Some choices:

1) Return it to HF and measure the other models they have in stock,
taking the best one.

2) Return it and try one of their 12" models for $35 more. If you used
a 20% off coupon, be sure they apply that discount to the new purchase
price.

3) Return it and call Grizzly. Have them ensure that you'll get a
flat one if you order from them, then order it there.
http://www.grizzly.com/products/12-Disc-Sander/G7297 12"
I get $191.65 as a delivered price to Oregon. YMMV.

G'luck!

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