Hi all!
I have a 5" Bosch Corded Random Orbit Sander. It has recently been giving me some problems while sanding broad panels. I've used this sander for many years, and feel like I have not changed my technique since before I was having trouble: I feel like I keep it very flat on the panel; I don't move it too fast; and I don't put a lot of pressure down onto the panel.
The problem I've been having lately is that it will be moving in one direction without any issues, and then it will start to resist the direction of travel and want to skip to the side. If I move in a new line about 10* from the previous line of travel, it will give up the resistance and move smoothly again.
The only thing I've ever changed with the sander is to put a firmer backer pad on. Is this causing my problems, or is my sander wearing out?
Thanks for any advice!
-Seth