Beaumont Metal works 2X72 Retrofit Opinions wanted

[panzerjunky]

Thanks, fist off for all your help on my last question.
I have a beaumont 2X72 non VFD Vert orientation only It sits on a 2'X2' aluminum baseplate That holds the motor and the grinder itself . The grinder sita on a 1/2 inch thick X 8x18 Iron base plate bolted to the aluminum plate . lots of realeatate for welds ,tapping bolts ect.
Does anyone see as problem with me simply rebuilding the entire baseplate, or at best making a bracket so I can simply turn the whole damm thing 90 degs and work horizontally. as when I'm using my smaller contact wheels or the even smaller fullering kit , I like to be able to look down on the blade and support at 90 deg to the wheel, anyone already go this route or am I going down a rabbit hole? I'm Just trying to avoid $2500.00 dollars plus on a dedicated new grinder.

 

[Drew Riley]

Here's a couple of ideas:

If anything, I'd highly recommend the direct drive conversion.

If sticking with the belt/pulley setup, here's another idea:

 

[panzerjunky]

Love it
I agree the direct drive is good But. My motor will not work with a VFD so belt it is. Idea No 2 was where I was going Didn't think about putting the motor under. More to follow. Thanks again for your input.
Jerry

 

[12345678910]

Have another look at the Bruce bump photos on direct drive conversion.

Great idea.

Plus, I've seen a two receiver version, with duplicate parts on the receiver tube, but a wider solid plate on the base.

It's all screwed together, so it's really LEGO