Our Dewalt Sander started jumping around and became difficult to control. We solved the issue by replacing the bearing in the sanding pad. Link to bearings: shorturl.at/hyMQ5
I just fixed my Rigid orbital sander and I’m one who’s unnerved by mechanical things. Your straightforward and simple explanation gave me the courage to try to fix it myself. I’d been searching for an answer to its problem and your video was the only one that told me what was wrong with it and how to fix it. And just think, I was about to throw it out and buy a new one. SMH. Thank you so much. Definitely subscribed. ✌🏽🙏🏽
That's awesome. I am glad you ware able to fix your sander. Thanks for the great message. I really appreciate it. If there is anything you would like me to post about, shoot me a message. Take care.
I’m having the same issue with my Milwaukee RO sander. I’ll have to give your fix a try. When new, my Milwaukee RO was a great sander. It’s been used a lot, however, so I’m hoping the bearing can easily be cleaned (or replaced). Thanks again!!!
What model are you repairing? I have a Dewalt 6421 random orbital sander that is vibrating. The bearing doesn’t come off with the pad. It has four screws holding the pad on.
I have a Dewalt DWE6423 and I find it awkward to control. it tries to pull in different directions. sometimes it chatters a bit. It's brand new. its a 125mm sanding pad but the pieces I was sanding were 80mm, and 40mm. its hard to keep it centered and it seemed to work better on the top or the bottom of the disc etc. but not sure that is a good way to sand
It can be tricky to get used to at first. If you apply too much pressure, the sander can bounce around a bit. Try Sanding without applying pressure to the sander. Let the sander do the work.
I've had two I've had for at least ten years. I do professional interior finish work, and mine have only needed bearing cleanings and an occasional Velcro pad. Great sanders.
