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I peeked in the web site for this product, and it showed a whole PAGE of tools and bolts that might be needed to put it together. Very good quality and workmanship. It works nicely, and I have drilled 150 holes exactly 0.031" diameter. The shipping was prompt and the packing and instructions were neat. I needed a small drill press, and I didn't want the limitations of Dremel, to use only their proprietary drill bits.
Grizzly and Amazon came through. That might be a long night. Nice little machine. / Happy owner. I needed it quick.
Actually, it needed 3 bolts tightened, and took just a few minutes. / rap No problems at all.
I unpacked, and assembled within 2 1/2 hours. Before bolting the column to the base, clean, and try inserting into the headstock. Support lock handle, mine is fitted to the left hand side.I tapped the chuck using a mallet. Just a few tips. The drilling return spring is OK.
Now slide table support on column, then the headstock, the tape will indicate when headstock is fitted correctly.I fitted a 4" vice to the table support, with one side bolted to the table, using 1 1/2 bolts. Now bolt the column to base. table support then easily slides on the column. Ordered, paid and delivered within a week. I used 4 1/2 inch bolts for the base. You will note a column stop about 2 1/4 inches inside the headstock. It works for me. Used a fine file.
The drillis silent and meets its specification. When you are satisified that the column will easily move inside the headstock, place a piece of insulating tape about 2 1/4 inch from top of column. I did not change the drill depth stops.Finally, beware, the overall height is 22", but the pulley safety cover requires a further 5 inches.Easily a five star plus for the product, delivery and cost. Next, the table support, mine was slightly rough between the clamping space.
I am returning this drill press to Grizzy for a refund. At least I can return the drill press.Grizzly = never again. I was told by theircustomer service today "you get what you pay for". I'd rather have a lousy drill press than a lousy reputation.
This tool is adequate for those tasks in which a hand drill does not give sufficient positional control and you wish that you had a drill press. Now for very little money you can keep one on the back bench.
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