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General Forestry => Sawmills and Milling => Topic started by: Precision Wood Products on February 22, 2015, 10:35:08 AM

Title: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Precision Wood Products on February 22, 2015, 10:35:08 AM
I ruined a drive belt for my spindle number three. Where do I find a replacement for this. It is a flat belt 2"x53".
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: pine on February 22, 2015, 10:41:56 AM
Not having one, not sure what the belt part number is, but the obvious choice is try Woodmizer.  Their service is quite remarkable and I am certain they have them available.
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Precision Wood Products on February 22, 2015, 11:04:08 AM
They no longer service their moulders and I can't find a good manual for it
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Precision Wood Products on February 22, 2015, 11:49:22 AM
I would like to talk to another woodmizer moulder owner
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Cazzhrdwd on February 26, 2015, 08:04:11 PM
I have the five head.

Talk to Woodmizer, they'll direct you to another company that sells parts for them now.
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: oakiemac on February 26, 2015, 10:29:14 PM
Should be able to take it to any industrial belt shop and they can get you one.
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Cedarman on February 27, 2015, 07:35:27 AM
I have used Bullitt County Belting in Ky for my moulder belts.  They are similar to yours.  They can make about any belt.
I would take Oakiemacs advice and find a company as close as possible that can make those belts.  They may want to see the belt, to see the material it is made of.  But with the specs on the belt, they should be able to make one up in an hour or two.  They are not cheap.
We keep a spare belt on hand in case someone fries a belt.  Hasn't happened in a long time.  It will happen if someone tries to start the motors if they are jammed. I have my guys make sure the belts move freely before starting.
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Cedarman on February 27, 2015, 07:38:12 AM
Cazz's advice is good too.  They should know.

Cazz, welcome to the forum.  You run a moulder in your operation?
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Cazzhrdwd on February 28, 2015, 01:03:05 PM
Quote from: Cedarman on February 27, 2015, 07:38:12 AM


Cazz, welcome to the forum.  You run a moulder in your operation?

Yes, I'm doing a lot of S4S and flooring. Mostly poplar and red oak rustic flooring.

I thought it might be better to get in touch with who woodmizer is recommending for parts, that way he wouldn't have to get a custom belt made. Price should be very reasonable for a stock belt.

Its great to be apart of this forum!
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: red oaks lumber on February 28, 2015, 03:37:34 PM
welcome cazz
what part of the country do you make shavings in?
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: ladylake on February 28, 2015, 05:21:35 PM
 They are not cheap.   
 
I've heard $200 from a owner, is that true?    Steve
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Cazzhrdwd on February 28, 2015, 07:50:17 PM
Quote from: red oaks lumber on February 28, 2015, 03:37:34 PM
welcome cazz
what part of the country do you make shavings in?

lol
They sure do make a lot of shavings.

I'm in the mid-atlantic where we have a healthy horse racing industry. Shavings sell well, about $18-$20 per yard.
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Cazzhrdwd on February 28, 2015, 07:51:36 PM
Quote from: ladylake on February 28, 2015, 05:21:35 PM
They are not cheap.   
 
I've heard $200 from a owner, is that true?    Steve

I'm still on my original ones and that does seem expensive. I'm going to check prices Monday.
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: MartyParsons on February 28, 2015, 09:42:00 PM
Hello,
I think if you send me a email I can save and attach a manual to your email .
Here is what I found. I know nothing about these.
I would assume these are in MM ?

I am not sure if this will help or not.

Marty
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Precision Wood Products on March 01, 2015, 11:38:13 PM
Thank you for all your posts. Finding out the size really helps. I ordered one locally for $80. Will find out if it works properly.   Out of curiosity what do you charge a board foot for custom trim.
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: GAmillworker on March 02, 2015, 01:49:29 PM
Depending on quantity and size anywhere from .25 - .75 linear ft.

I have two molders one can do up to 6"x12" and the other 4"x9"
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Precision Wood Products on March 04, 2015, 11:42:05 PM
About what it runs here. Mine is a 4x8
Title: Re: Woodmizer moulder 4020x5 problems
Post by: Cazzhrdwd on April 09, 2015, 06:36:08 PM
Woodmizer said a company called reignmac sells the parts for the woodmizer moulder, sucky thing is they are in China. I'm not real comfortable buying parts directly from China, anyone had experience doing this?