alanc
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Post by alanc on Jan 19, 2004 17:36:17 GMT -5
I just picked up a Thumlers unit that holds 12-15 lbs. In looking at the tips on this site, it looks like I need a different drum for each stage of the process, or at least an extra one for the polishing stage.
Where's the best place to get spare drum barrels without having to buy a whole nother tumbler unit?
Alan
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James
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Post by James on Jan 19, 2004 17:40:33 GMT -5
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alanc
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Post by alanc on Jan 20, 2004 8:22:52 GMT -5
Thanks, James. The barrel I've got, though, doesn't have a change-out liner--it's all solid rubber (runners and all) with a lid made from laminate material. It doesn't look like kingsley sells those.
Does everyone use separate barrels?
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MichiganRocks
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Post by MichiganRocks on Jan 20, 2004 12:53:39 GMT -5
It's an absolute must to have separate barrels for polishing. The rest is gravy if you can afford it.
MichiganRocks
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James
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Post by James on Jan 20, 2004 14:16:00 GMT -5
12 lb barrel? They have it. go here: www.kingsleynorth.com/tumblersr.html you'll find it at the bottom of the page in the Model AR-12: 12 lb. Tumbler section or the Lortone MODEL QT-12 section.
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Post by hermatite on Jan 20, 2004 14:35:41 GMT -5
I use separate barrels for each step. It's just so much less hassle not having to worry about getting the grit out of each barrel perfectly everytime. Were I to consider anything else, yes, I'd absolutely, positively, use a separate barrel for the polish.
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alanc
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Post by alanc on Jan 20, 2004 14:37:54 GMT -5
I see it now--Thanks!
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