Weak Sander, Dead Drill, Oh My!

[zachenos]

Hello Folks -

My trusty orbital sander is loosing steam and not running with as much power as it used to. Ideas?

My Milwaukee PowerPlus 18v 1/2" Cordless Drill is also not up to snuff, however it simply will not turn. I though the problem was the batteries, however after replacement and a new charger I can verify full juice off the batteries with a multimeter, but the drill barely turns, and if it does it is so so weak. Before it totally nose dived I noticed a metalic/electric smell when I would run it. Towards the end the drill made a grinding sound as it revolved.

Suggestions on what to replace or shall I retire these tools for good?


Thanks!

Zach

[TERRY P]

Zach..
The sander might just need a set of brushes and a bearing or two.
The cordless drill sounds like you cooked the motor. Only way to tell is to take them apart and search out the damage. If you've just replaced the charger and batteries you've already spent alot trying to correct the problem and at this point should probally keep going. The drill may have other issues also....like switch or transmission.
If your not sure which is the problem ,you might consider stopping by your local repair shop and let them check it out ,or you could end up replacing components it didn't need. Generally they can repair it at half the cost of a new one or less, or let you know if its ready for the retirement home...