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Let's Rock => Rock Talk => Topic started by: 55fossil on April 03, 2023, 11:14:47 AM

Title: 8 inch Cabbing Machines, opinions wanted on best one
Post by: 55fossil on April 03, 2023, 11:14:47 AM

    Well, the hands are old and stiff so I am considering replacing my 6 inch Diamond Genie with an 8 inch unit. The bigger wheels with more space between them looks perfect. Also, should be easier on the really large cabochons I like to make.
     So, if you have any input on what machine is better or just why you like yours, please drop a note. I really want to go to a fresh water unit, not spitting used water on the wheels. I firmly believe bigger is better when it comes to the motor, but not a game killer.

Title: Re: 8 inch Cabbing Machines, opinions wanted on best one
Post by: lithicbeads on April 03, 2023, 06:59:04 PM

 I have 5 Titans and have used a few of them very heavily hogging rock off with 80 grit sintered wheels and all are fine. I converted to drip by drilling aligned holes in the aluminum cover and using a bucket with suitable aquarium hose. I bail into a bucket and use a water vac when I want to get the mud out.Expensive but strong.

Title: Re: 8 inch Cabbing Machines, opinions wanted on best one
Post by: 55fossil on April 04, 2023, 10:52:51 AM

   Yes, Titans are really good, loved my DP Genie.. BUT      The space between the wheels is tough for arthritic hands. I am looking forward to the larger wheels and increased workroom on my next unit. I am leaning towards the Cab King due to the motor being center mounted which fits my bench. The Kingsley North 8 also looks good..  The biggest drawback is only the Titan comes with Nova Wheels and I will have to upgrade at some point.

Title: Re: 8 inch Cabbing Machines, opinions wanted on best one
Post by: lithicbeads on April 04, 2023, 02:39:11 PM

I used the Cab King in someones shop and was not enchanted with the water feed , it clogs easily and was hard to clear.