This came up in another thread and got me thinking.. Actually got me confused more so thought to put into it's own thread.
Looking for some thoughts/discussion about my first DC system. Original plan was to get the HF DC and then add the Rikon impeller, open up the inlet to 6", change the bag to a Wynn .5 micron filter and install a 6" SDD cyclone and 6" metal ducting. The cyclone and 6" ducting will cost the same for either system so that's a wash here.
HF DC delivered $201.99.. Wynn .5 filter $232, Rikon impeller $120? ( They are out of stock till mid April. Won't show shipping costs but part is $99. Adding $20 for shipping) totaling $553.
Grizzly G0548ZP - Grizzly 1 micron filter, already has a 6" inlet. No modification to the DC required.. $635.
The Grizzly is $82 more. Actually it will cost me $104 more since I already ordered the HF unit which can be returned minus the $22 I paid for shipping.
So is the Grizzly worth $104 more vs the Harbor Freight model? Is the 1 micron Grizzly filter enough to keep the fine dust from forming around the shop? I've read nothing but good reviews on the Wynn filters AND the Wynn is a .5 micron so I will be loosing a little on the filter side. The HF with the mods have real life reports of 1500 CFM where the Grizzly states 1700 CFM. Is 1700 a real life number? HF is 115V where Grizzly is 220V. Not sure what impact that has... Grizzly has replacement parts available.. not sure what parts would be needed.. Grizzly new motor is $316 plus shipping.. The entire HF unit was $202 delivered so IF the motor goes I can purchase a new unit for less. Haven't heard of the HF motors burning out as being a problem with them so is available parts an issue.
Kind of confused. Any help/thoughts is appreciated.