Shawn Christ
12-11-2008, 10:30 PM
Happy Holidays to all!
I have a question about what I perceive as a problem with my random orbit sander. I recently purchased a Bosch jig saw kit that included a bonus Bosch ROS10 5" single-speed ROS. I believe this was a new-for-2008 model with seemingly positive reviews (the few I could find).
Here's the problem: the sander base seems to wobble when orbiting, causing the unit to vibrate during operation, and seemingly resulting in an unlevel surface. I sent the unit in to Bosch for repair under warranty, and it came back better, but still not up to my expectations. So I sent it back again for repair. The guys at the hardware store acted like I was crazy when I showed up again, but agreed to send it back.
Am I off-base here? Shouldn't the base orbit wobble-free? I have a cheapie Craftsman that orbits smooth-as-silk, a unit that was supposed to be replaced by the Bosch. Shouldn't I expect similar or better performance?
I know this is an entry-level tool, but it's still a Bosch. I'm a weekend hobbyist and a no-frills, 5" single-speed ROS suits my needs fine. No need for a Festool or anything fancy here (at least, not yet). I just want a dependable, acceptable quality tool that gives good results and will last awhile.
I have a question about what I perceive as a problem with my random orbit sander. I recently purchased a Bosch jig saw kit that included a bonus Bosch ROS10 5" single-speed ROS. I believe this was a new-for-2008 model with seemingly positive reviews (the few I could find).
Here's the problem: the sander base seems to wobble when orbiting, causing the unit to vibrate during operation, and seemingly resulting in an unlevel surface. I sent the unit in to Bosch for repair under warranty, and it came back better, but still not up to my expectations. So I sent it back again for repair. The guys at the hardware store acted like I was crazy when I showed up again, but agreed to send it back.
Am I off-base here? Shouldn't the base orbit wobble-free? I have a cheapie Craftsman that orbits smooth-as-silk, a unit that was supposed to be replaced by the Bosch. Shouldn't I expect similar or better performance?
I know this is an entry-level tool, but it's still a Bosch. I'm a weekend hobbyist and a no-frills, 5" single-speed ROS suits my needs fine. No need for a Festool or anything fancy here (at least, not yet). I just want a dependable, acceptable quality tool that gives good results and will last awhile.