PC 7424XP handle issue

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rotax

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Hey all



I bought the PC 7424Xp and I loved how it works but when I received it, I tried to install the handle on the side and there was a felt washer that came with it. The threads on the handle seem kinda short at maybe 3/4 inch long. When I added the felt washer I could not even start the threads. SO I did not put it but when I had it at max speed it virbated the threads to pieces and now the handle is usless on the left side. I still have the right but I don't want it to happen again.



Anyone experience this problem? I am thinking of using a helicoil to fix it as I would have to pay for shipping back to where I got it online.



I was using the 6.5 pads with 5 backing plate.



I appreciate any help.
 
i tried using the handle but at speed 6 it vibrated like crazy for me. i dont even use it. i feel more in control when i put the pressure down in the middle. good luck. elk
 
You know elk42 I have to agree with you on the most part. I just think that the handle is nice for the odd time but will be ok without it if I have too.
 
Yes, I also recently bought a PC and the handle on the left side would not go in. Bummer since I am left handed and liked using the handle.

Figuring it was too much of a hassle to return, I will either take it to one of the service centers, not use the handle, or become a righty.



Either the handle bolt is too short, or the housing is off center. Goes into the right side just fine.



Here is a URL where you can find a shop.



Delta Machinery|Porter-Cable
 

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I contacted the company I bought it from online and they contacted Porter Cable. Apparently they made a bunch of handles wrong. The company called me yesterday and they mailed out a new handle with a much longer thread on it.



I prefer it without the handle at high speeds but at times its nice to have the handle.



For who ever has the same issue I am sure that if you were to contact porter cable they would send you a new one as well.
 
Thank you for that. It is the best solution I have seen to straighten this out. Glad it is just the handle and not the unit that is not put together correctly.
 
rotax said:
there was a felt washer that came with it. The threads on the handle seem kinda short at maybe 3/4 inch long. When I added the felt washer I could not even start the threads.
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Are you sure that wasn't the spacer that goes on the shaft behind the backing plate?
 
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