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Best Rotary Buffer?

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Malu59RT

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Well, before I go off spending money without asking again, which is the best? I have (at least) 3 years experience with a very nice rotary, so there is no question about my comfort level with a rotary on my cars. I just would like to know which one is recommended by users on this board. I was favoring the DeWalt 849, but I want a buffer with a good warranty, not too much vibration, and a good value. (If I can't have all that, I want as much as I can get). Also, I have the 6" E2K pad kit, and am contemplating the 8" Wave Pad kit from edge. Opinions? Thanks guys, this forum rocks!

Jason
 
They really are all good tools and they all will delivery stellar results in the right hands. I don't think there's one best choice for everyone, which is why I'm glad we have many choices. I've used all the rotaries listed here and more. I chose the Hitachi because I was able to get it locally at a very good price (before AG sold them). It also had the best warranty (5 years) as opposed to 1 year for most of the other polishers. It was also 0.4 lbs lighter than the Makita, but I would have been just as happy with the Makita.

Some people prefer the DeWalt, but the Hitachi is 2 pounds lighter, has a more powerful motor, a better warranty, etc. One guy I know will only buy DeWalt and doesn't like my Hitachi because he prefers a heavier tool, but then he'd probably really hate the Metabo rotary because it weighs in just shy of 5lbs. It's also very expensive, but some people swear by this machine just as some swear by Fein, some by Makita, etc.

I have the Edge pads in both 8" and 6", but I prefer the 6" pads with my rotary unless I'm doing a larger flatter surface. I find that the 6" pads work the tighter contours and smaller areas better for me. And I find myself sharing the the 6" pads between my PC and rotary.
 
Well, I've only used the Hitachi, so I can't comment on the other brands. That said, I really like the Hitachi. It's light, runs smoothly, good warranty. No complaints.
 
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Hitachi is cheap, has the best warranty, lightest in weight, and most power. Seems like an underdog, except its green in color.
 
I have the Hitachi and couldn't be happier with it. I love how it is light weight and it is a lot quieter than the old Dewalt I had.
 
I have a Dewalt Rotary. It is noicey and a little heavy. I have never had a problem with it. I recently purchased a Hitachi Miter Saw and it also had more features, more power and was less money then the Dewalt. I think most of the Hatachi tools are a better value then Dewalt. I have not had much luck with Mikita Tools. I have no complaints about any of my Porter Cable tools.
 
none.



Metabo is the only rotary specially designed for polishing, it has a nice procetag, but it is without a doubt a beautifully balanced machine.
 
Ok, so I'll probably get the Hitachi from Autogeek, but is there an Edge 2000 adapter kit available for the Hitachi? I still have my E2k pad kit (with the PC adapter which won't get used anymore) so I want to be able to use it, and I'm a big fan of the Edge pads. Thanks in advance!

Jason
 
Malu59RT said:
Ok, so I'll probably get the Hitachi from Autogeek, but is there an Edge 2000 adapter kit available for the Hitachi? I still have my E2k pad kit (with the PC adapter which won't get used anymore) so I want to be able to use it, and I'm a big fan of the Edge pads. Thanks in advance!
Jason
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Hi Jason. All you need is the adapter in this link at Autogeek.
http://www.autogeek.net/e206.html

The adapters between the d/a and rotary are different and the one above will definitely fit the Hitachi. And your 6" pads from the d/a will work nicely with the Hitachi. Autogekk also has a rotary kit onsale right now for $99 - 20% (GREAT BUY). Some people prefer the 8" pads and some don't. I have both the 6" & 8" pads and I also prefer the 6" for most of my rotary work, but that's just me. Here's the link to the Autogeek rotary pad deal.
http://www.autogeek.net/edge-rotary-kit.html

Have a bright and shiny New Years!
 
I have a Mikita. I love it to death, but I've never tried any other brand so I can't say it's better or the best. It is great tho.
 
qadsan said:
Hi Jason. All you need is the adapter in this link at Autogeek.
http://www.autogeek.net/e206.html

The adapters between the d/a and rotary are different and the one above will definitely fit the Hitachi. And your 6" pads from the d/a will work nicely with the Hitachi. Autogekk also has a rotary kit onsale right now for $99 - 20% (GREAT BUY). Some people prefer the 8" pads and some don't. I have both the 6" & 8" pads and I also prefer the 6" for most of my rotary work, but that's just me. Here's the link to the Autogeek rotary pad deal.
http://www.autogeek.net/edge-rotary-kit.html

Have a bright and shiny New Years!
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See, I had looked at that edge adapter kit, but it didn't show the Hitachi as an option, and at the bottom of the hitachi page, it doesn't show a Edge2k kit as an option. If you are POSITIVE that it will work, I will order the hitachi and edge adapter. Thank you so much for your help!

Jason
 
Malu59RT said:
...If you are POSITIVE that it will work, I will order the hitachi and edge adapter. Thank you so much for your help!

Jason
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Hi Jason,
Yes, I'm positive it will work on the Hitachi. I have a couple Hitachi's and use this exact same adapter on mine. Oh, and another thing you'll find is that your Edge pads will probably last longer when using them with a rotary. :cheers:
 
The rotary has the ability to leave a very clear, high gloss finish whereas on some paint systems, using the same pad and product, (as used on the rotary), you'll see haze left by the DA Polisher which is actually a type of scratch or tick mark.

The rotary of course can leave very fine, hard to see holograms which can be easily masked with a coat of quality car wax or a paint sealant. The haze or tick marks left by a DA Polisher can be removed by further polishing or they can easily be masked with a coat of quality car wax or a paint sealant like holograms by a rotary can be masked.
he kit I got comes with an edge guide, plunge base, and the standard adjustable height base with the groove for attaching the edge guide.
Setup is super easy. The latch lock makes changing the base a breeze, and allows for a lot of options during your projects. I was switching in and out of the plunge base for a recent project I did; it takes no time at all.
The body is not bulky so it's very easy to maneuver. It basically feels like you're using a really fat pencil, which is great for more complicated routing endeavors. I was able to easily trace over some Chinese Calligraphy for a sign, just as if I was the one writing it.https://finalscope.com/makita-rt0701c-router/ I used it to make a Chinese Chess/Go game board, which, (if you've never seen one or either) involves a lot of intersecting lines. Using the edge guide for the perimeter made that a whole lot easier (I used a straight edge for the innermost areas of the grid.) Then switched to the plunge base to do the dots where your pieces go. Just set the depth and drop it where you want it.

Note these results are pre-SMAT technology. Haven't been able to polish enough cars with Super Micro Abrasive Technology to know for sure but this technology has so far looked like it can produce as good or better results finishing with a DA Polisher and the right foam finishing pad and technique as a rotary with out the haze or tick marks. Time will tell.

Always keep in mind that different paint types will react differently so what works on one paint system may not work on a different paint system. This is where it helps a detailer to have the knowledge, skill and experience to first do a test spot and insure your pad, product and process of choice will make a small area look good before going over the entire car.
 
Kind of looking like spam to me?


You make this post about the rotary buffer but in the cent of it you start talking about wood working tools and then include a LINK to a website that sells wood working tools.


florenceccollinsc said:
The rotary has the ability to leave a very clear, high gloss finish whereas on some paint systems, using the same pad and product, (as used on the rotary), you'll see haze left by the DA Polisher which is actually a type of scratch or tick mark.

The rotary of course can leave very fine, hard to see holograms which can be easily masked with a coat of quality car wax or a paint sealant. The haze or tick marks left by a DA Polisher can be removed by further polishing or they can easily be masked with a coat of quality car wax or a paint sealant like holograms by a rotary can be masked.
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Then comes this part?


florenceccollinsc said:
The kit I got comes with an edge guide, plunge base, and the standard adjustable height base with the groove for attaching the edge guide.
Setup is super easy. The latch lock makes changing the base a breeze, and allows for a lot of options during your projects. I was switching in and out of the plunge base for a recent project I did; it takes no time at all.
The body is not bulky so it's very easy to maneuver. It basically feels like you're using a really fat pencil, which is great for more complicated routing endeavors. I was able to easily trace over some Chinese Calligraphy for a sign, just as if I was the one writing it.Makita RT0701C 1-1/4 Hp Wood Compact Router review | Final Scope I used it to make a Chinese Chess/Go game board, which, (if you've never seen one or either) involves a lot of intersecting lines. Using the edge guide for the perimeter made that a whole lot easier (I used a straight edge for the innermost areas of the grid.) Then switched to the plunge base to do the dots where your pieces go. Just set the depth and drop it where you want it.
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Moving forward - all your posts are being watched. We like to give people the benefit of the doubt but in the last 17 years I've been running discussion forums if it walks like duck and quacks like a duck - it's a duck.



Then this part - looks like you copied and pasted someone else's post?

NOTE THE PORTION I CHANGED TO BLUE TEXT


florenceccollinsc said:
Note these results are pre-SMAT technology. Haven't been able to polish enough cars with Super Micro Abrasive Technology to know for sure but this technology has so far looked like it can produce as good or better results finishing with a DA Polisher and the right foam finishing pad and technique as a rotary with out the haze or tick marks. Time will tell.

Always keep in mind that different paint types will react differently so what works on one paint system may not work on a different paint system. This is where it helps a detailer to have the knowledge, skill and experience to first do a test spot and insure your pad, product and process of choice will make a small area look good before going over the entire car.
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In fact, I copied and pasted the first two sentences into Skynet and what do you know? You copied and pasted MY POST from this thread,


Final polishing step with a rotary or a DA?



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Mike Phillips said:
The rotary has the ability to leave a very clear, high gloss finish whereas on some paint systems, using the same pad and product, (as used on the rotary), you'll see haze left by the DA Polisher which is actually a type of scratch or tick mark.

The rotary of course can leave very fine, hard to see holograms which can be easily masked with a coat of quality car wax or a paint sealant. The haze or tick marks left by a DA Polisher can be removed by further polishing or they can easily be masked with a coat of quality car wax or a paint sealant like holograms by a rotary can be masked.


Note these results are pre-SMAT technology. Haven't been able to polish enough cars with Super Micro Abrasive Technology to know for sure but this technology has so far looked like it can produce as good or better results finishing with a DA Polisher and the right foam finishing pad and technique as a rotary with out the haze or tick marks. Time will tell.


Always keep in mind that different paint types will react differently so what works on one paint system may not work on a different paint system. This is where it helps a detailer to have the knowledge, skill and experience to first do a test spot and insure your pad, product and process of choice will make a small area look good before going over the entire car.
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Wow!


Spamming our forum and plagerizing yours truly.


See ya....


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The Rupes Rotary is a fine machine. I’m waiting until AG gets the Rupes rotary polishes, they have the pads.
 
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