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Finish Nailer Repair - Replacing the Driver Guide (Ridgid Part # 79004001022)
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Finish Nailer Repair - Replacing the Driver Guide (Ridgid Part # 79004001022)
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If raised grains and elbow strains are sanding away your patience, it's time to face the fix. Whether you are a sanding pro or a seasonal sander, eReplacementParts.com provides the parts, procedures and facts you need to fearlessly fix what fails you.
Due to its location on the front of the sander, the knob set (also known as the front handle) is prone to damage from impacts and accidents. Fortunately, it's one of the easiest parts to replace. This article will show you how to install a new front handle on your Porter Cable belt sander in under 5 minutes.
Let's get started. REMOVING THE KNOB SET [top] 1. Remove the knob set.
Remove the two horizontal (side) retaining screws.
Remove the two vertical (base) retaining screws.
Remove the knob set from the sander.
INSTALLING THE NEW KNOB SET [top] 2. Install the new knob set.
Align the new knob set with the mounting holes on the sander.
Install (but do not tighten) the two vertical (base) screws.
Install and secure the two horizontal (side) screws.
Realign the two halves of the knob set.
Secure the two vertical (base) screws.
Sanding can be a demanding task. But you don't have to rough-up your accountant to smooth-out your countertops. As you just learned, repairing your own power tools is simple when you follow our step-by-step guides. Not only did you expand sander functionality at a fraction of the cost of replacement; you have taken the edge off all future repairs. Find your next fix here. [top]