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c/auto-body-repairerswilson.kellywilson.kelly10h agoProlific Poster

Showerthought: My orbital sander's backing pad completely delaminated on a big quarter panel job yesterday.

Had to finish the whole thing with a block and paper by hand, which honestly gave me a new appreciation for the tool. Anyone have a favorite brand for replacement pads that hold up better?
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gavin_hill27
Man, that sounds rough. @grant_allen85 had good luck with those, but I've found even the fancy pads can fail if you're really leaning into it. Isn't it crazy how a broken tool makes you miss it so much?
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grant_allen85
I switched to the 3M Xtract pads after mine blew out, they've lasted me over a year now.
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