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Old 01-08-09, 10:40   #24 (permalink)
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Re: My Flex's Backing Plate is Shredding on Me

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Originally Posted by Accumulator View Post
I've always wondered if user-applied pressure was at the root of the backing plate/felt ring issue

weekendwarrior convinced me to go ahead and lube my felt ring, but I use a really light firearms-grade lube.




I can't imagine a reason why *not*. I use Blue LT on all sorts of stuff like this (e.g., foamgun fittings). I'm not using it on *my* Flex 3401 only because I plan to switch back and forth between the oe backing plate and my Edge adaptor.
I honestly think it is..i know that i used a bit of pressure and i got a rashed backing plate...now i dont and the housing doesnt seem to get near as hot (im using a 12 guarge extension cord) i dont now, if i need some more cut i grab a different pad/polish combo...i let it do the work..i still love my flex even though it has been kinda a pain for me sometimes...i dont feel like i need another machine since this serves me well, so when its out..so am i
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