Quote Originally Posted by hemmjo View Post
Seems I am spending more time these days keeping my aging collection of tools in good working order. New power cords, replacing a switch, or motor brushes, etc.

My wife often asks me, "Why you don't just get a new one ...", my response is always, "Should I abandon everything that gets a little old and replace it with a newer model?"
Some guys & gals trade in their old partners for newer models: LOL.Old tools with new cords etc will probably outlast the newer ones with razzle dazzle: I dont need erratic lasers etc but in saying that I do love soft start out of all the new gadgetry (3hp routers benefit or rather I do). My dads old Bosch 2 speed drill didn't require speed control if the operator controlled the trigger but a dremel like machine that has more variety of work can help many folk get the best, safest work from them esp with only occasional use.
With power cords, the quality of the leed & plug can deliver for yonks : I love my old Makitas with long leeds eg Routers, belt sanders, palm sander, 1/2 sheet sander, roofing gun etc, & all had good leeds/plugs, & use over time meant brushes like oil in a car. Unfortunately some borrowers take less than desirable care of leeds & even some carrythe tool by it: don't lend is good advice from my late father. new plugs I've seen are rubbish.

cheers