OK, now abrasives ....................... new old stock PC brand, cheapo, or other?
I thought I saw someone post that the sleeve adhesive fails over time, but can't find it now. So maybe 'no' on the old stock?
I go with whatever is around and or cheapest. I have some Ryobi sleeves that are 20yrs old and they work just fine.
Also, can 1/2" sleeves be run directly on the spindle? I see that 1/2" sleeves were / are available but that would mean no rubber drum.
As previously stated - this is the way. It does seem bizarre though.