Need advice on rotary buffers

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I'm in the market for a rotary. I have a PC now but want to try a rotary. I am going to start of using the system one line and I have been told to get a rotary for the best results. Not sure if it matter but I have never used a rotary.

any input would be greaty appreciated.



Thanx
Isaac
 
rotary is not as frightening as people say it is...just take your time...i have a cheap rotary from pep boys and it works just fine..
 
You want a brand name buffer like dewalt-will last forever, have two of them over 20 years, also metabo is an excellent rotary but pricey.
 
See System-one CD included in kit explanes how to use buffer properly. you can get into trouble if you rotate into edge of panel. Pad tends to hang up. Always keep rotation going away from edge.If you do it wrong you will only do it once.
 
fenderbender said:
See System-one CD included in kit explanes how to use buffer properly. you can get into trouble if you rotate into edge of panel. Pad tends to hang up. Always keep rotation going away from edge.If you do it wrong you will only do it once.oops.
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If you want a light weight rotary, the Metabo is definitely in this league. I've got one and use it a lot in curvy areas or places the bigger rotary would be cumbersome.

For a "standard" rotary, I use a Dynabrade. It's somewhat lighter than a DeWalt and has the same features (variable rpm on the trigger, etc).

The shop also has 2 older DeWalts and they are definitely the workhorses of the polishing world.

Toto
 
Toto when you talk about the Dynabrade buffer are you reffering to the air buffer or electric one?
 
id-type-s said:
Toto when you talk about the Dynabrade buffer are you reffering to the air buffer or electric one?
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The electric. We don't have enough air tank capacity to run air tools except the little Snap-On orbital sander.
 
As of now I am thinking about going with the dewalt. But I am still researching.


Thanx for all the info guys!
 
I Have my eyes on the Hitachi..

A buddy who has used the dewalt, hitachi and makita says he reaches for the hitachi first.. that is what I will be getting
 
If your in no rush keep an eye on Ebay... there are some good deals if you catch them at the right time. Any of the above will work fine. If you just want to learn on a rotarty before going head first into a Dewalt or Makita, Harbor Freight has the Chicago Electric rotaries for $25-50. It's a good tool to learn on and even if it won't last long your not out a lot of $$.
 
Is the 5 year warrenty about the norm for the rotary??
 
I have not used a rotary before, is using one as onerous as it sounds? Is there some way to learn how to use one?
 
ZoranC said:
No. Norm is 1-year. There are some 3-years. There is only one 5-year that I know of: Hitachi
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Good to know. From what I have seen the dewalt has the 5 year warrenty as well.


Thanx for the info
 
what about Flex?? I here they make a DA and Rotary. Any input?
 
It all depends on what you want to do with it.... just for personal care 2-3 x a year? Weekend detailing? Full time? Any rotary will correct faster than a DA. If time matters (full time) then a rotary is your best bet. Which one, as you can see, is quite subjective. Makita and Dewalt are tried and true brands which you can bet on them lasting for a very long time for not too much money. If you prefer a light weight rotary, the Flex (small one, not sure what #) or the Metabo are good choices, but the price is higher. I personally waited until I found a good deal (Makita) and went with that. Everyone has a different opinion on everything in detailing and the same is true with rotaries. I don't think you can go wrong with any choice listed here.
 
I would go Metabo or Makita 9227. Rotaries are not as scary as some people make them out to be. I started out on a rotary and never had any problems. I didn't even know there were other options like the PC and UDM.
 
I don't know about the metabo. It takes a little bit more time to polish a car because you have to keep looking at the speed dial to change rpm. It does have a short soft start and does have torque.

Here's some answer I got from pro detail when I ask which rotary did they like that they have use

From TH0001:

I used to use the Hitachi but started using the Makita when I had starting having problems with the Hitachi. I like the extra weight and better durability, as well as the soft start, of the Makita. Its the right size, weight, and smoothness.

From Dave KG:

Hello there,

The metabo was not my rotary, I was however trying it out tosee what it was like. I personally own a Makita 9227CB, and after trying the Metabo, I will be sticking with the Makita. The metabo, while being a lighter tool and this being an advantage on side panels for example, I find ergonomically poor. The Makita, despite being heavier, I find easier to handle and more geared to spending a long time with the tool. Additionally, the speed control on the Metabo is crazily placed, similar to a PC, which makes it a pest to adjust speed when in operation. The Makita has its speed control right next to your thumb by contrast.

Cheers,

Dave
 
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