My Flex rotary is now arcing from the brushes really bad. If it is the same problem as the last time, I'm assuming that the segments of the commutator are warped, causing the brushes to skip, thereby creating arcing and intermittent running. It has always had an overheating problem. I find myself planning out my buffing so I don’t do too much in a session as to not overheat my Flex buffer. I am just sick of messing with this thing!
Needless to say, I will not be buying any more Flex products. I almost bought a Metabo last night, since Jim likes his so much. Then I read a review from someone saying that Metabo customer support is pretty much nonexistent and that parts availability is a problem. At this point, I am leaning towards the new Dewalt buffer (model 849x). I am not excited to learn that it is several pounds heavier than what I am used to.
HELP!
Needless to say, I will not be buying any more Flex products. I almost bought a Metabo last night, since Jim likes his so much. Then I read a review from someone saying that Metabo customer support is pretty much nonexistent and that parts availability is a problem. At this point, I am leaning towards the new Dewalt buffer (model 849x). I am not excited to learn that it is several pounds heavier than what I am used to.
HELP!