CT26 standard hose problems?

[Taylormade]

Hi,

I purchased a ETS150 sander and T55 saw along with the CT 26 dust extractor.  These were my first Festool purchases and I wish some other tools would die so I could replace them with Festools.  However, I have two issues/complaints about the extractor hose.  First, the ribs on hose get caught on the workpiece when using the T55 and ETS150.  Is there a solution for this? I tried putting the hose over my shoulder, which helps sometimes.  Is there a sock to go over the hose so the coils/ribs don't catch on the work piece?  Second, the hose is 3-4 months old but is still very stiff and wants to stay coiled - will it ever straighten out?

Thanks!

 

[semenza]

The deflector for the end of the guide rail can help some with the TS55.

Many have put expandable flexible sleeve over the hose  http://www.cableorganizer.com/braided-sleeving/ .

Hanging the hose from the Boom Arm or from  a  loop on the ceiling , etc. is a great way to keep it off the work and moving freely with the sander.

Seth

 

[Taylormade]

Thanks again.  Yes, I saw another post about the boom arm just after my posting.  I'm surprised Festool has not developed hose without external ridges, as they are a real pain.  Perhaps something to put in the new tool recommendations post.