Flex issue again

gtpaul · 05-25-08, 08:42

When I first start the machine, and apply it to the paint black shreds of material go over the paint. I'm assuming this is coming from the backing plate..There is also a plastic grinding sound when it comes to a stop.

Anyone had this issue before?

I took a peak and the backing plate does bind on the metal portion of the polisher.

BigAl3 · 05-25-08, 08:47

is the backing plate seated properly?

OCKlasse · 05-25-08, 09:21

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Originally Posted by BigAl3

is the backing plate seated properly?

Nope. Time for a new backing plate.

Search for a Flex thread under my username.

gtpaul · 05-25-08, 09:39

Thanks!

I even checked the bolt a week ago and it was tight???

Atlantic Euro · 05-26-08, 05:02

Here is the link for the issue and warranty he's referring to (I think)

BigAl3 · 05-31-08, 10:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elena

Flex polishers are nice one, but very expensive !!!

^^^ do i smell...

wannafbody · 05-31-08, 10:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elena

Flex polishers are nice one, but very expensive !!!

HMM, looks just like the Megs unit.

Atlantic Euro · 05-31-08, 11:49

I think she's referring to the XC 3401.

The picture is NOT a Griot's:

(though it is close...)

Doesn't look like a Megs unit, either:

When I got mine the other day, I put some white grease on the gears, sprayed the felt ring with Silicone spray and put a lock washer (8mm) on the bolt. I'm pretty sure I won't have issues, but will report if I do - it should be getting a pretty strong workout!

charlesaferg · 05-31-08, 02:26

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Originally Posted by Atlantic Euro

When I got mine the other day, I put some white grease on the gears, sprayed the felt ring with Silicone spray and put a lock washer (8mm) on the bolt. I'm pretty sure I won't have issues, but will report if I do - it should be getting a pretty strong workout!

Hmm, I haven't put any white grease on the gears, although I did apply mineral oil to the felt ring when I was re-installing the backing plate. I'm assuming you opened up the machine to apply the white lithium grease?

Atlantic Euro · 05-31-08, 03:13

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Originally Posted by charlesaferg

Hmm, I haven't put any white grease on the gears, although I did apply mineral oil to the felt ring when I was re-installing the backing plate. I'm assuming you opened up the machine to apply the white lithium grease?

Yes - just removed the bolt and then the backing plate - the gears are right there - I put a little on the gears on the plate and inside the housing. I figured the progressive rotation of the machine would spread it around...