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Most of the reviews I've read on Shop Fox w1678 have been positive. If that's what's on your Craigslist it is worth a look. I believe that SF is no longer in business so that would concern me. Parts may be available from Grizzly?
You mention that you have a CNC so I assume that you have a DC. A decent DC is a requirement for these machines. I have a 1100 CFM DC that barely keeps up with my Woodmaster.
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Andy Rooney
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I just bought the Supermax 2550 from Acme (free shipping) and at the time the DRO was free (no sand paper though). I didn't love the base and saw the cabinet the earlier poster built for his sander. Acme can special order the 2550 top separately from Supermax so you aren't forces to buy the base - with wheels that only roll in one direction...making it difficult to maneuver the machine.
Dave
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I bought a Woodmaster (34" I think) off of Craigslist for $600. Great machine, very well built. Just sayin'.
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You will not go wrong with the 1938 Supermax. Small footprint, easy to move on wheels to your dust collection point. accurate. Very veneer capable. Have had mine for years. Only con I've found was that some-one should have told me many years ago to come out of the dark ages and proceed into the future. Love mine. You won't regret it. CAR, Red Whale Woodworks
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