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  1. Drywall Tools, Supplies and Equipment
    Does any one use different bags on the pc sander there's are pricey any suggestions
  2. Drywall Tools, Supplies and Equipment
    Hey Guys, I used one of the porter cable sanders about 3 years ago on a putty coat job that the HO rented one. To me it was a PITA to use and doing the ceilings on the job were almost as bad as grabbing a pole and just sanding it myself. Now I was thinking of buying one because I've been hearing...
  3. Drywall Tools, Supplies and Equipment
    I'm trying to find out what sandpaper might be best for pole sanders and Porter Cable power sander I'm wondering about the Joest brand for both. Some product info on All-Wall's site: For pole sanders...
  4. General Drywall Discussion
    I love my porter cable sander but seems like the last two that i have owned can't seem to keep the cable intact , in fact the last one i bought less than 2 months old snapped a cable yesterday , and it always seems to happen when i need to get the job finished asap . Any one else out there...
  5. Drywall Finishing
    Our Porter Cable 7800 Sander has developed a vibration at the head. It sounds like something is rubbing (once per revolution) at the pad, but as far as we can see nothing is rubbing. I'm thinking something is bent (shaft, spindle, etc.), but I have no idea if this is even possible Any ideas...
  6. General Drywall Discussion
    If anyone has some quick tips for replacing the Motor Brushes in the Porter Cable 7800 Sander it would be greatly appreciated! I usually just send them off to be repaired but I have a few days downtime and I think I'll give it a shot this time around! Maybe save myself a few $ in the future as...
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