Another point to keep in mind - don't let MDF get anywhere near water. Moisture is it's killer.
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Show posts MenuQuote from: CobraPilot on August 05, 2019, 01:07:56 AM
I just received the SVM-00 to use with my SVM-45. When I mount a knife and select any sharpening angle (for example 25 degrees), there isn't enough clearance and the SVM-45 contacts the wheel. I tried changing the handle length on the SVM-45 but there still is not enough clearance. Did I miss something?
Quote from: Ken S on July 24, 2019, 09:42:38 AM
Gary,
The statement from Tormek is sound advice. My question would be, why did Tormek state it in a message to one person instead of including it with the video to a wide audience? And, why use a here today, gone tomorrow format like Instagram instead of a longer lasting platform like the forum?
Rich, I agree that the pivoting collar is a good tool for this application. Unfortunately, it is not sold by Tormek, so I would not expect to see it in a Tormek video. (Too bad) I believe the well prepared Tormek sharpener should be fluent with both methods. This is another example of how the versatility of the Tormek can be increased by not being limited to "Tormek only".
Ken
Quote from: RichColvin on July 24, 2019, 02:42:25 AM
That makes sense, but using the pin pivot jig is better.
Kind regards,
Rich
Quote from: Ken S on July 07, 2019, 03:13:10 PM
Gary,
As a fellow old guy, I think what you need is a strapping young assistant to carry your T8.
Ken
Quote from: Antz on July 07, 2019, 08:51:57 AM
Gary,
I second what Ken said about the t4 vs t2. Although I don't have a T2, I did as much research on it as I could. I would choose the t4 especially if you already have experience with the T8. The T2 is more like a pull through type sharpener. And to the original topic of this thread I can attest to the sharpness that you can achieve with the T4 as I just cleanly sliced through the tip of my finger clean through my fingernail on the other side . I was holding a hair and chopping it into sections as it floated freely in the air and it didn't end well. I don't recommend doing that
Antz
Quote from: Antz on June 16, 2019, 08:20:37 AM
So I decided to get a t-4 in addition to my t8. I wanted a more portable option for going mobile as the t8 is deceptively heavy, especially with the wheel saturated with water.
I received it yesterday and set it up. I ordered it from amazon and when I opened the box I realized they had packed the tormek t4 UPSIDE DOWN the whole time during shipping (Tormek Box was upside down in amazon box and shipped). I was worried something would be wrong but after setting it up it ran just fine to my relief. Only issue was the SG200 wheel was severely out of round. I had to true off about 3mm to get it flat and true.
First thing I noticed was the considerable weight difference, it's so much lighter than a t8 and I love the compact size. Also with the smaller wheel I don't end up wetting my shirt leaning over the machine. It had plenty of power to do knives (primarily what I do) doesn't bog down at all. I sharpened 3 knives on it, one being a super thick SOG survival knife that needed to be completely rebeveled. It worked like a champ. I had no problems on the skinnier t4 grinding wheel. It performed and did the job just as fast as my t8 would have.
My honest opinion now that I own both a t8 and a t4 is you can't go wrong with either one. I literally LOVE my new t4. It's just such a more convenient size and perfect for knife sharpening. I ran it for about an hour continuously and it never felt any hotter than my t8 runs (so much for the 30min duty time). Honestly I can actually see myself using the t4 more often than the t8. I am VERY pleased with the t4. If anyone is just focused on sharpening knives of a reasonable volume (15 or so a day) I would definitely recommend saving some money and buying a t4. There is no way you will be disappointed. Now if you have higher volume of knives or lots of turning tools and planer blades I would definitely get the t8.
Hope this post will be helpful advice to anyone deciding between the two.
Antz
Quote from: wootz on July 07, 2019, 01:02:00 AM
For grinding into the wheel, as normally people do on Tormek, you need our "Grinding Angle Setter" software for Tormek. Newstarters may confuse these two applets and mistakenly go for the FVB applet.
Function is different - the "Grinding Angle Setter" is for grinding into the wheel in the normal Tormek position, while the "Frontal Vertical Base" is for grinding edge-trailing and honing on the leather wheel in front of the Tormek. The "Frontal Vertical Base" is a free application coming with the Frontal Vertical Base attachment, while the "Grinding Angle Setter" is a paid software for Tormek.
Quote from: john.jcb on July 06, 2019, 05:25:52 PM
Double check your wheel diameter setting in the applet. The grinding wheel is not exactly 250 mm but this should not result in the variation you are seeing.
Quote from: Antz on July 06, 2019, 12:30:04 AM
Welcome to the Forum Gary,
If you are 100% certain you have set up the FVB correctly and input the correct information into the applet (blade protrusion, grinding wheel diameter), then I would trust the applet. Watching Wootz YouTube videos he checks his bevels with a laser protractor and I've never seen him be off by even 1 degree. I also use the applets and although I don't have a laser protractor I believe it to be spot on.
Another thing with the angle master is it's not easy to set an exact wheel diameter setting when adjusting for wheel ware. The applet is more precise.
Antz
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