HART 6-inch 2.1-Amp Bench Grinder. Hart angle grinder
HART 6-inch 2.1-Amp Bench Grinder
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Most helpful positive review
When I got the chance to get this HART 6-inch 2.1 Amp, induction motor Bench Grinder, my hubby got excited. His old grinder was passed down from his dad, and has seen better days. He has been taking his riding lawn mower blades to someone else to have them sharpened, paying as much as 30.00, but there is no one around that does that kind of work anymore, so when they get dull we have to buy yet another set, and its getting a little expensive. He does a lot of mowing, so he goes through 3 sets, of 3 blades a season. This grinder will let him sharpen his own blades now. He is like a kid in a toy store, he was also happy when he found out it has LED lights, his old one does not, and he has to depend on the overhead lights or a lamp which is not real convenient, but this grinder has an illuminated workspace. Included with the Hart 6-inch bench grinder is two spark shields that are adjustable, one has a magnifying lens, the other one is just a shield. Also, comes with two 36 grit wheel, two spark deflectors, four AAA batteries, and two adjustable work rests which provides longer wheel life, and maximum grinding control, the heavy gauge steel base reduces vibration and improves stability during use. Some assembely is required.
Most helpful negative review
The right side wheel snapped in half during use and ripped the grinder off my bench. Luckily it all stayed inside the metal cover. sounded like a gunshot.
The right side wheel snapped in half during use and ripped the grinder off my bench. Luckily it all stayed inside the metal cover. sounded like a gunshot.
I was recently in the market for a new bench top grinder. I did research and shopped around before selecting this one. It is very simple to use, and is constructed sturdy for long term use. I replace one of the wheels with a wire wheel to give the tool more versatility. The wheels are slow to start, but once powered on they function great. I have primarily used it for cleaning old tools, and sharpening blades. If I could change one thing, it would be to get rid of the battery operated work lights and replace them with a wired light that works off of the tool’s plug.
For the money it’s not bad. I like the magnifier in the eye shield and the lights. Takes a bit to spool up but holds it’s own after it does. Vibration is minimal and it’s very quite. Was more than l expected. It’s the first Hart product I have purchased. Might give some of their other power tools a try.
For the price this is a good grinder. At least in February 2021 it was the least expensive 6 inch grinder in the US. It was well balanced unlike many of it’s competitors that are slightly more expensive.
I have had a grinder for over 36 years but this one is replacing it. This grinder is well designed and equipped. It has a heavy base so it is stable. There is no need to fasten it to the bench. My old one had to be fastened down! It has built-in LED lights run by batteries, which are included. It has a 60 and 36 grit wheel to accommodate any of your needs. The grinding wheels are 6″ X 3/4″ which should last a long time. It has a spark shield and one that magnifies to protect you from sparks. It has a 6 ft. cord. I find the grinder is really helpful in sharping my gardening tools. This grinder is so easy to adjust and use without any problems.
The grinder has two wheels of different grits for different types of work. The finer grit’s shield has some magnification to it that helps with finer work. The LEDs are a nice touch but they require batteries. It would have been nice to have them powered since you already have to plug in the unit. The grinder is solid and well balanced. In the short time I’ve had it to use, I’ve had no real issues. Besides wishing the LEDs not being powered by batteries the only other criticism I have is that the LEDs aren’t always angled the best to brighten your work. They move with the shields and often don’t angle down quite right. Overall this is a solid grinder that gets the job done. Swapping out one of the grinder wheels for a wire brush wheel would be nice.
I was very excited to have the opportunity to review the HART 6-inch 2.1 Amp Bench Grinder. As my husband mows a lot and now he will be able to sharpen all his mower blades. I feels really study and I believe it will hold up for a long time. The sheet metal safety guards are sturdy they do not look like they will break. They each attach to a led light that lights up the work area, and they require 4 double a batteries, one has a magnifying glass to see smaller work projects. It was easy to put together. The directions were simple to read. It took me approxamently 10 to 15 minutes to assemble. The grinder has a big heavy steel base that will bolt down to a bench or table. Not only will my husband use it for his sharping needs but I to will use it for mine as I craft and sometimes have to sand things down so I am hoping this will help me. I am very satisfied with the HART Bench Grinder. I would recommend it to anyone that is looking for this type of tool to add to their workshop including my friends and family.
The HART 6-inch 2.1 Amp Bench Grinder is a perfect addition to my workshop. Right out of the box, the unit felt solid. The grinding wheels moved smoothly on their bearings. The sheet metal safety guards are sturdy and do not feel flimsy at all. I gathered the tools and hardware to assemble the grinder and read over the directions. They are clear and concise with pictograms on a separate page. All together it took me about 5 to 10 minutes to have it ready to use. Each safety shield attaches to a LED light that illuminates the work area quite well. One of the safety shields has a magnifying lens within it to see the fine details while working. The grinder itself uses a heavy gauge steel base that bolts down to my work bench. It feels like the grinder and the bench are firmly together giving me a better sense of safety. I used the grinder to sharpen a lawn mower blade and it worked like a charm. All in all, I am very satisfied with the HART Bench Grinder. I would recommend it to anyone that is looking for this type of tool to add to their workshop including my friends and family.
This is a nice little grinder perfect for a homeowners needs. I wasn’t sure what to expect with the low price but I was happily surprised, I wasn’t familiar with the brand Hart and found out it’s been around for quite some time and Walmart recently began carrying it. This is a 6″ grinder making it perfect for the average home owner. I plan on using it for my sharpening needs but I’m also an arts and crafts buff. I often need to sand projects by hand and this grinder will definately make my crafting easier and more professional. The first think I needed to do was assemble it and although the reviews said how simple it was to assemble I’m not going to lie, I struggled a little until deciding to work off of the picture. There are many “warnings” in the manual and I think I got a little intimidated. This tool has a 2.1 amp motor and when I use it the wheel works effortlessly. I like that it has lights as I wear google when using it so the goggles diminish my site for a bit so the lights make it much better to see. I love that they are LEDs as well, nice and bright. It has 2 spark shields and one of them is a magnifying lens again something which means alot to me as a novice. My neighbor helped me secure it to a workbench in a storage room off of my back porch and he was delighted to go home and get his tools which we sharpened. I can’t wait to start my arts and crafts projects!
When I got the chance to get this HART 6-inch 2.1 Amp, induction motor Bench Grinder, my hubby got excited. His old grinder was passed down from his dad, and has seen better days. He has been taking his riding lawn mower blades to someone else to have them sharpened, paying as much as 30.00, but there is no one around that does that kind of work anymore, so when they get dull we have to buy yet another set, and its getting a little expensive. He does a lot of mowing, so he goes through 3 sets, of 3 blades a season. This grinder will let him sharpen his own blades now. He is like a kid in a toy store, he was also happy when he found out it has LED lights, his old one does not, and he has to depend on the overhead lights or a lamp which is not real convenient, but this grinder has an illuminated workspace. Included with the Hart 6-inch bench grinder is two spark shields that are adjustable, one has a magnifying lens, the other one is just a shield. Also, comes with two 36 grit wheel, two spark deflectors, four AAA batteries, and two adjustable work rests which provides longer wheel life, and maximum grinding control, the heavy gauge steel base reduces vibration and improves stability during use. Some assembely is required.
“The tone of our message isn’t suitable”: Police delete tweet about “Lycra-clad cyclist”; Mask mandate back at Giro d’Italia after Evenepoel withdraws with Covid; Cars queue up at Richmond Park; Weekend round-up more on the live blog
Monday blues? What Monday blues? Adwitiya’s on live blog duty to get you through the first day of the week.
SUMMARY
Evenepoel at Giro stage 9 time trial (by Zac Williams/SWpix.com).JPG
Hampshire Police have come under fire for a weirdly-worded tweet update.
In a now deleted tweet, the roads policing unit said: “The residents of Martyr Worthy raise concerns of speeding through their village. Speed enforcement is carried out this morning. justified with speeds up to 47 in a 30. Helpfully, a Lycra clad cyclist wanted to know if we had anything better to do….”
I know, it’s difficult to ignore the snark and everyone’s favourite adjective for cyclists, the Clarkson special ‘Lycra clad’.
The unit have deleted the original tweet, and posted the following reply under:
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So it’s disappointing when people challenge why we are doing this work.
However, the tone of our message isn’t suitable so I intend to delete and we will re-tweet shortly. ID like to reassure you that I will discuss this with my team.#SgtChris
— Hampshire Roads Policing Unit (@HantsPolRoads) May 14, 2023
I can’t tell what tipped them off about the unsuitability of the message.
Definitely not this reply: “Shame your good work is criticised by the “politically correct” brigade. If indeed the cyclist was wearing lycra, then surely it’s factually correct. Some people need to get a life.”
If the police were really flagging off drivers speeding in a 30mph zone, why should they be concerned by the words of a couple-odd cyclists? Beats me.
“Is this a joke?”: Cyclists dismayed at council’s idea for painted cycle lanes where segregated infrastructure was controversially ripped out
Evenepoel after winning stage 9 of Giro d’Italia (by Zac Williams/SWpix.com)
Giro will miss Remco and Remco will miss Giro, but road.cc will miss his Strava updates. Today, we celebrate his final post from the Italian Grand Tour. (disclaimer: contains strong language, parental advisory recommended)
The world Champion, who tested positive for Covid and had complained of a blocked nose after the stage, won the race by nine hundredths of a second, beating out Ineos Grenadiers’ Geraint Thomas.
Evenepoel despite not being at his best, which even he admitted in the post-race interviews, managed to grab two KOMs, completing the 35km course in 41:26 at an average pace of 50.4km/h.
“Not bad for a guy with Covid”? (Yes, I’m going to run it to the ground)
Council dismisses complaint about taxi mounting the pavement, instead blames the person for stopping and taking a photograph
We’ve received an email from a road.cc reader who complained to Sefton council about a taxi driver blocking the pavement. They wrote in the email: “This obstruction poses a significant inconvenience and safety hazard to pedestrians, especially those with limited mobility or pushing strollers.
“It is both disheartening and frustrating to witness the blatant disregard for pedestrian safety exhibited by this particular taxi driver. The regular blocking of the pavement not only forces pedestrians onto the road, exposing them to potential accidents, but also creates an atmosphere of disrespect for pedestrians’ rights and well-being.”
Now, Sefton Council has replied to the person with the following message:
“Thank you for bringing this to our attention, however I fail to see how it is causing an inconvenience and safety hazard to an empty street. The ONLY pedestrians anywhere near the vehicle are the passengers getting out. The fact that you also stopped on the street to take the photograph, could also be considered an obstruction. I’m sure you wouldn’t expect the driver to drop the passengers 100’s of yards away from their chosen destination.”
The person wrote: “Such a belittling and dismissive response from Sefton Council regarding the taxi complaint.”
Green spaces and 120 miles of cycling and walking routes pledged in “most ambitious plan in a century”. but Mail claims “now Birmingham wages war on motorists”
Filippo Ganna at 2020 Giro d’Italia (Cor Vos/SWpix.com)
After world Champion Remco Evenepoel became the sixth rider in the peloton to pull out of the Italian Grand Tour, with Ineos Grenadiers’ Filippo Ganna also withdrawing last week on home soil, Giro d’Italia organisers have confirmed today that they will be reintroducing the COVID-19 facemasks mandate.
Italian news agency ANSA have reported that race director Mauro Vegni announced the move at Scandiano near Reggio Emilia as the Giro went into its first rest day.
They said: “In the light of the latest developments concerning positive tests results on some riders, the Direction of the Giro d’Italia informs that wearing a face mask will be compulsory in all areas of contact with the riders.”
The areas in which the obligation will be enforced include, but are not limited to team buses parking, podium and finish-line areas, post-race mixed zone; finish line area, as well as during press conferences and anti-doping control checks.
At the start of the 2023 season, the UCI stripped back their COVID-19 rules, with teams and race organisers following suit. However, the U-turn in policy has been caused after cases began rising in the peloton, with many testing positive even before the race began.
Jumbo Visma were forced to drop two of their riders before the start, with world time trial Champion Tobias Foss and experienced campaigner Robert Gesink — a third of Primož Roglič’s first-choice support crew for his GC challenge. Then a day later, they had to drop van Emden as well after a positive Covid test.
Bahrain-Victorious’ also got caught up, with their Swiss hope Gino Mäder also getting ruled out of the Giro d’Italia following a positive Covid test on the same day.
The VanMoof S4 has turned up – and there’s an X4 too
“Is this an acceptable way to run your nature reserve?”: Royal Parks questioned as cars queue up at Richmond Park
Active travel campaigner Charlotte Baker was out for a family ride, including her 65-year-old mother at London’s Richmond Park on Sunday, expecting to spend a sunny day out amidst the greenery of the nature reserve, but a lot of other people didn’t share this feeling.
Usual ridiculous queue of cars at every car park in Richmond Park today
Cyclists having to filter down the middle to get through.@theroyalparks. how on earth do you think this is an acceptable way to run your nature reserve?@RichmondPkCycle @RichmondCycling piccom/D7NMsStD1h
— Charlotte Baker (@charlie_baker23) May 14, 2023
It would seem that Royal Parks, the body that manages several parks in the capital, including Hyde Park, Green Park, and St James’s Park, is more interested in introducing10mph speed limits for cyclists between Broomfield Hill car park and Robin Hood Gate roundabout, or making changes to the road layout leaving it “unusable” for cyclists.
Following Baker’s post, cyclists have once again called for banning cars and stopping the nature reserve being overrun by drivers using it to drive through to other places.
“It’s not a 9-5 job”: Quick-Step boss Lefevere defends Evenepoel’s decision to withdraw from Giro as the Belgian heads home
The former Belgian cyclist and Soudal Quick-Step manager Patrick Lefevere loves a bit of controversy, doesn’t he?
While fans were pleading for him to “shut up forever” in February, after he claimed that the women’s side of the sport is “being pushed artificially” and that many pros “are not worth” the current minimum wage set by the UCI, he might be on to something good this time.
Responding to a Dutch journalist’s on whether riders should have to abandon the race if they have little or no symptoms of Covid, Lefevere said: “Yes, Raymond. You never know what’s going on under the skin. It’s not a 9-5 job. Zero risk.”
Ja Raymond. Je weet nooit wat er onderhuids gebeurt. Het is geen 9-5 job. Geen enkel risico https://t.co/xKug7qf0mB
— Patrick Lefevere (@PatLefevere) May 14, 2023
A few people had already remarked that Evenepoel looked “fazed” and not his best self after the time trial, with the Belgian also complaining of a blocked nose.
Latest reports from Italy suggest that Evenepoel has left the camp today morning and is on his way back home.
Heal up, champ
We and the #Giro are going to miss you, but we’re sure more opportunities to show yourself will come sooner or later!
Photo: @BeelWout piccom/Hm24r5tAcL
— Soudal Quick-Step Pro Cycling Team (@soudalquickstep) May 15, 2023
Vollering has had a fine spring this season, winning the prestigious Ardennes triple crown and becoming only the second woman to do so. However, at last week’s opening Grand Tour of the season, Vuelta Femenina, she had a near miss after a strange controversy, and had even said that she was “hungry for revenge”.
However, after winning the first two stages at Itzulia, in the final 13km of the last stage, SD Worx’s Reusser took off and finished 2 minutes and 38 seconds ahead of her teammate, passing Vollering in the general classification.
After Vollering crossed the line, Reusser embraced her with a tight hug and said: “Thank you so much, I know you offered this to me, like a gift.”
“You could’ve ridden, you know that,” she told Vollering.
Reusser continued: “It’s really a team effort and Demi is so strong. Demi is my winner. I think it was a little bit of a gift for me.”
“At the team meeting I asked Demi what if I won GC over her making the other teams react to our actions. Demi said yes. She was the strongest on the day and could have won but gave me the win. That’s a Champion. Today was a special gift from Demi.” #ItzuliaWomen2023 #ItzuliaWomen piccom/VT0Dq8gA35
— Phillip Martindale (@phillipm61) May 14, 2023
Vollering simply shook her head and denied it with a smile.
Is this going to spark a “Queenmaker” debate this time? Earlier in March, Wout van Aert’s decision to gift the win to loyal teammate Christophe Laporte at Gent Wevelgem sparked discussion about when races should be ‘gifted’.
On the one hand, former cobbled classics titan Fabian Cancellara praised Van Aert’s generosity, which the retired Swiss rider claimed “elevated” his standing as a true Champion. And, as others online pointed out, one victory at Gent-Wevelgem will mean a lot more to Christophe Laporte than a second win in the race would mean to Van Aert’s career.
Some onlookers, however, such as Belgian cycling luminaries Eddy Merckx and Tom Boonen, were more critical of Van Aert, and argued that a major one-day classic should never be decided on a whim.
Something tells us this one won’t be quite so controversial. chapeau, Demi and Marlen.
Cyclist fights off moped gang bike thieves armed with angle grinder
“I thought I was in danger”: The 70-year-old managed to keep hold of his £2,500 Brompton while surrounded by “angle grinder-wielding rustlers”
We reported yesterday that customers were left annoyed with Ribble once again, after several cases of postponed deliveries and poor service caught our eye on social media. And once that we let that piece out on the wild west of. a bunch of more people commented about the problems they faced when buying from the Lancashire-based bicycle manufacturer.
Here’s a round-up of the Комментарии и мнения владельцев:
I ordered one start of last year, it had a four month delay. Then, when it came to the expected delivery date, it got delayed. Then delayed again. Then again. I ended up cancelling when it was delayed for the sixth time, pushing the delivery date to 8 months. Ended up buying a Niner from Merlin instead, which was actually better specced for the money.
I tried to order one and the delivery date was pushed back time and time again. Bought a bike from an independent bike shop in the end.
I was told everything was on track then it slipped with no comms. I spoke to someone to be told it was forks and groupset that was delaying my bike. A couple of months later I went to cancel to be told it was the handle bars and frame that were delaying it! I was then offered a hybrid, gravel bike and everything but a road bike. I have two Ribbles and love them but they have really put me off going near them now.
road.cc reader Ian603207 commented on our page:
Ended up cancelling my order. Due two months after order, delayed for another two months with 3 days notice. The reason for the delay?? No frames! The only thing they have direct control over. Shame really as bikes are great, pre sale experience is good, but if they can’t deliver, what’s the point ? Customer service ‘chat’ lines are a joke, and they don’t answer emails. Strange thing is, after cancelling an ‘account manager’ was in contact within hours, so there are people there.
But is it all doom and gloom? Amidst all the buyers left waiting for their bikes, we also had a few anecdotes of people getting their bikes shipped earlier than expected, and even reported of good customer service.
Just bought a CGR Ti with Ultegra. Changed some parts to suit me. Given an original build time of 3. 4 weeks. Order regularly updated on the website. Bike ready to deliver after 3 weeks but I had to delay as going on holiday. Talked to customer service and they arranged dispatch for the day after I returned. Bike delivered next day. All as expected and the bike is perfect and rides great.
I’ve just bought a Ribble bike. it arrived within 2 days!
My Endurance SL with custom paint job came 2 months early with great communication all the way through. Can’t fault Ribble one bit. Plus, it’s an awesome bit of kit
I did custom build great communication and deliverd on time. Would use Ribble again.
What has your experience been like? You know what the live blog is for, so let us know!