Rotary Extension

[FUNX650]

hey skipper1, if all you need is a single 3" extension i could make you one. it would be completely round with the exception of 2 wrench flats at the polisher end. or i could leave them off it mattered. i dont really have time at the moment to make a bunch of these but i could easily whip one up for you after work one evening. just let me know

jesse

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Was this fabricated by jesse?



Bob

 

[skipper1]

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Was this fabricated by jesse?



Bob

Yes he did. Jesse is a rare breed as he happens to be a machinist. Instead of using stainless steel, he used aluminum, lighter and easier to work with. He did a great job and I am extremely happy.

 

[jjamesh87]

To be honest, I am learning to use a rotary but you couldn't ask for more out of an extension. To me it is perfect length for doing headlights and I'm sure for other things in the future. I couldn't be happier.

Great! Im glad its working out for you. Just keep in mind it is aluminum so over tightening it too many times could wear out the polisher end.

 

[Mike PhillipsMike Phillips is verified member.]

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Looks good!

Great! Im glad its working out for you.


Just keep in mind it is aluminum so over tightening it too many times could wear out the polisher end.

Nice work Jesse...



For those reading this into the future, sometimes an extension comes in handy, see this article,



How to buff in tight spaces using a rotary buffer


For doing correction work in tight areas and on thin panels I use the Flex PE14 with a small pad. I call this surgical or precision buffing. To do this you need,

1. Lightweight, compact rotary buffer
2. Rotary Buffer Backing Plate Extension(s)
3. Small backing plates
4. Small buffing pads, both foam and fiber

Here's an example on the Lotus Esprit I recently buffed out. I used these pictures for my class at Mobile Tech Expo, "How to use the rotary buffer".

Surgical or Precision Buffing
I could have done this type of precision buffing using a FULL SIZE DeWALT, or Makita or 3M or Milwaukee Rotary Buffer but it's the compact size, that is no bulky body in the way of my view or in the way of body components, plus the lightweight plus the slow RPM that makes the Flex PE14 the perfect tool for this type of work.

1. You want power?
2. You want ease of use?
3. You want to buff out thin panels or get into tight areas to do correction and polishing work?

The Flex PE14 and small pads, backing plates and an extension or two and you're good to go...

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[Mike@DedicatedPerfection]

For those reading this into the future, sometimes an extension comes in handy, see this article,

How to buff in tight spaces using a rotary buffer


For doing correction work in tight areas and on thin panels I use the Flex PE14 with a small pad. I call this surgical or precision buffing. To do this you need,

1. Lightweight, compact rotary buffer
2. Rotary Buffer Backing Plate Extension(s)
3. Small backing plates
4. Small buffing pads, both foam and fiber

Surgical or Precision Buffing
I could have done this type of precision buffing using a FULL SIZE DeWALT, or Makita or 3M or Milwaukee Rotary Buffer but it's the compact size, that is no bulky body in the way of my view or in the way of body components, plus the lightweight plus the slow RPM that makes the Flex PE14 the perfect tool for this type of work.

The Flex PE14 and small pads, backing plates and an extension or two and you're good to go...


:dblthumb2:

Great article Mike. I agree with what your saying although im not much of a fan of stacking those hex extensions to get you the 3 inch extension.

Hopefully a manufacturer could make a 1" and 3" extension out of round stock.