Based on my observations this aluminum shell replacement for my Makita grinder is a game changer. It's built tough and has already extended the life of my tool. I appreciate the added protection it provides and the sleek look it gives my GRINDER .The only downside is that it is a bit pricey compared to other options. Overall, a great investment for any industrial and scientific worker looking to upgrade their power tools..
Pros
Durable and long-lasting due to its aluminum construction.
Cons
More expensive compared to other grinder replacement shells made from other materials like plastic.
Mounting hardware not included so be careful with soft factory screws. All I had to replace was the head, so I tried to do just that. Reusing the factory seal between the grinding wheel and the head and reusing the factory drive bracket. The head was a perfect fit, the grease found on the factory head was reused for the drive mount and the drive mount was fully adjusted (not quite flush but within 1/16" all around). terrible rattle. I took it apart again and found that with only this factory…