tire groover question

[06Tireman]

I have a G-1000 Van Alstine that doesn't get hot anymore... I have to keep it set on 4 to even cut 1200's... Any idea what the problem could be.. I took the head off and cleaned it really well so I don't think that's the issue... I have the new groover but I don't like the new head setup for using #1 blades so I use the older one as well...

[72Dubya]

The heating element may be going out on it

[grt74]

make sure all the contacts are clean,i clean mine once or twice a year

[slingindirt83]

I would suggest you get new spacers for the head. After multiple times cleaning these I had the same problem. When I talked to van alstine they suggested getting the new ones. They said over time they will get scratched and wont make good contact anymore. My groover works like new again. They took the time to troubleshoot mine with me so dont hesitate to call them.

[06Tireman]

I will try that... Thinking it will be cheaper than sending it up there to get fixed... Thanks for the reply...