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solman
10-12-2020, 04:05 PM
I lost one of the bolts to my flex 3403. This is a M8x16mm Allen head bolt that holds the handle onto the machine. I am able to match up a bolt generically from the hardware store but the head is too thick and sticks out past the plastic handle. It could lead to a nasty scratch if I am not paying attention to it full time.
Any source for original bolt and parts would be appreciated.
Thanks
57Rambler
10-12-2020, 04:45 PM
I'm guessing that what you were looking at at the hardware store was a socket head cap screw.

Examples - McMaster-Carr (https://www.mcmaster.com/screws/socket-head-screws/)

Instead, look for a round head ak "button" head.

Examples - McMaster-Carr (https://www.mcmaster.com/screws/rounded-head-screws/hex-drive-rounded-head-screws/)

I doubt a flat head would work as it requires a countersink.

Examples - McMaster-Carr (https://www.mcmaster.com/screws/flat-head-screws/hex-drive-flat-head-screws/)
VISITOR
10-12-2020, 05:36 PM
call ---> Powerhouse Distributing in Omaha, NE. they are an authorized flex tools repair facility and have been since the beginning...
spazzz
10-12-2020, 06:12 PM
parts diagram order form.

Parts for XC3401VRG | Powerhouse Distributing (https://powerhousetoolparts.com/part-list/flex/xc3401vrg/)
solman
10-13-2020, 06:27 AM
57Rambler & Spazz, Thanks for the links
Powerhouse distributing is the parts source for Flex it seems. They have a $10.99 flat rate shipping fee, which is generally fair enough but doesn't make sense for a .95 bolt.
I will pursue the other links and see.
Mike Phillips
10-13-2020, 06:58 AM
I'll look in our garage and see if I can find a spare and if I can I'll send it to you.


:)
John U
10-13-2020, 07:26 AM
Machine screw Phillips from your hardware store..... Rounded head will fit flush.

https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-M8x16mm-Phillips-Stainless-Fasteners/dp/B07MFYB2BP
solman
10-13-2020, 07:45 AM
I'll look in our garage and see if I can find a spare and if I can I'll send it to you.


:)
Thanks Mike
solman
10-13-2020, 07:46 AM
Machine screw Phillips from your hardware store..... Rounded head will fit flush.

Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-M8x16mm-Phillips-Stainless-Fasteners/dp/B07MFYB2BP)

Thanks for the link
JustJesus
10-21-2020, 07:28 AM
I'll look in our garage and see if I can find a spare and if I can I'll send it to you.


:)While you're at it, see if you can find a spare C-BEAST and send it to me :)

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Mike Phillips
10-21-2020, 10:26 AM
I lost one of the bolts to my flex 3403.



Just to be clear, you have the old FLEX 3403 ROTARY Polisher?

This one I wrote a review for back in 2010?

Video: The Flex 3403 Lightweight Rotary (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-car-garage-how-videos/29034-video-flex-3403-lightweight-rotary.html)


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/938/3403andEdgePads024.jpg




https://youtu.be/hVm_IJuXNc0



:)
solman
10-21-2020, 10:35 AM
Mike,
Yes that's the one
Thanks