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Yuen · 02-14-07, 04:31

I bought a new backing plate for my Makita BO6040 but I have no idea how to remove the old backing plate. I tried using a hex wrench, and even a hex socket for additional leverage, but I don't even come close. The whole plate turns together with the socket. I used my other hand to hold the backing plate but I've put a fair bit of force on it and it won't loosen.

The previous owner used some glue to stick sanding pads onto the backing plate (the velcro wasn't holding anymore), so I'm wondering if it's my technique, or perhaps some glue went inside the hex screw hole and glued the screw tight? Or is there a way to lock the backing plate?

FYI the BO6040 is a secondhand unit so it didn't come with a manual

Cheers guys.

02-14-07, 04:31	#1 (permalink)
Yuen Registered User Yuen is offline Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 29	How to remove Makita backing plate? I bought a new backing plate for my Makita BO6040 but I have no idea how to remove the old backing plate. I tried using a hex wrench, and even a hex socket for additional leverage, but I don't even come close. The whole plate turns together with the socket. I used my other hand to hold the backing plate but I've put a fair bit of force on it and it won't loosen. The previous owner used some glue to stick sanding pads onto the backing plate (the velcro wasn't holding anymore), so I'm wondering if it's my technique, or perhaps some glue went inside the hex screw hole and glued the screw tight? Or is there a way to lock the backing plate? FYI the BO6040 is a secondhand unit so it didn't come with a manual Cheers guys.