Rotary Buffer?

[scrub]

Originally posted by Beercan31
2 cents worth

I just bought the Makita 9227C very nice machine variable speed variable trigger low vibrations, its nice to be able to set max speed to 1200 rpm's and back off the trigger sightly and slow the machine down, today way the first time out of the box for Me and By the end of the day I had taken the handle off and was able to use it one handed on flat panels ...Sweet...kinda like running a mini floor buffer...lol

Congrats on the step up!! Your way ahead of me. If I recall you didn't use a PC right. Big step up.

[Beercan31]

Setec Astronomy
Nope car is still in the woods but the truck look marvelous...lol

scrub
No pc as pre say, I did have a "old" antique black & Decker" orbital polisher the just recently started to vibrate like it's going to throw it transmission.

[Black Diamond]

Well I looked into the Vector that was suggested, vec-236. I ordered it on the net for $46.95 from Nashtool.com. It comes with a 2 year warranty which I liked. Shipping was free. I figured at that price and the warranty, it was worth giving it a try. If I don't like it, I won't be out all that much.

[Beercan31]

Black Diamond
That sounds great hope you have lots of fun.

keep us posted on your progress.

[Tim Lingor]

Hey,

The differences between the cheaper rotaries and the high end models are many, but the most being the quality of the internals: gears, motor, housing (armature), and even the switch.

However, if you are not planning on using it much, then the cheaper one may do the trick.

But, from my experience with tools, I have found it is always better to buy the best from the start, even if that means going without while trying to save for it. That way you are learning on the tool that you are planning to use for years.

Like I said, I have 3 rotaries with one of the Makitas being close to 15 years old and still going strong!!!

Hey Beercan,

Congrats on the new Makita Rotary!!!

Hey Black Diamond,

Congrats on the new rotary as well!

To the both of you------Welcome to the Rotary family!!!

Tim

[Newport Viper]

Originally posted by 2hotford
Hey,

The differences between the cheaper rotaries and the high end models are many, but the most being the quality of the internals: gears, motor, housing (armature), and even the switch.

However, if you are not planning on using it much, then the cheaper one may do the trick.

Internals, yes I see that.

BUT,....... what about the quality of the final finish on the paint.
Starting, stopping... will it make a difference on the final step?
Is it technique or the machine?

[Tim Lingor]

Hey,

I would have to say that it is a combination of both technique and machine. A rotary of any type in the hands of someone inexperienced, can do a lot of damage to the paint. But with experience, a person with a rotary can achieve incredible results!

As for differences, sometimes you will need to apply a fair amount of pressure. A weaker motor may bog down causing uneven buffing or causing the motor to overheat. Some buffers like the Makita 9227 have a clutched start-up so it does not want to jump out of your hands. Moreover, if the gears are weaker, they may wear out much faster even break when under heavy load.

But as I said, if it is for only occassional use, then the cheaper rotary may be just fine.

Tim