I am considering converting my DC by adding a cyclone/trash can/first stage to the unit. I am doing a lot more fine sanding and finding the filter clogs up more than I would like, and a first stage would help with this.

I have this model from Grizzly



A secondary benefit is to raise the unit and make it more vertical so that I can get a little more floor space.

Any thoughts? Is it even worth it, or should I just consider selling/getting a new DC? (which really isnt something I could justify).

I don't mind dropping a few hundred for this modification.

Thanks in advance.