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I have an old shopmate belt sander, takes 4×21 3/4 inch belts,,being that isn’t a common size anymore and finding them local is a joke can I make a 4 x21 work ?… this sander is probably from the 1950’s so I was told but runs and works great , it does have some weight to it compared to todays sanders . I really don’t use a belt sander much but would like to have it handy in case . I can get the right size online but man the price is up there…I can get 4×21 belts at half or less local that’s why my question thanks guy for any help…as an after thought maybe just better to go buy a lower cost sander and forget finding the odd belt size ?
Welcome to the forum.
Sorry, but I don’t understand the question. The 4×21 belt is standard. How does the 3/4″ mentioned factor into the question?
It is possible to DIY a belt sander seam. There are many online topics showing how.