Hitachi vs. Makita... best rotary and why? - Page 3

Changeling · 03-23-07, 12:56

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Originally Posted by rydawg

that is an awesome deal!

Not really rydawg, if you input the Hitachi in the website search engine, it comes back with a price of $199.00!!

Changeling

rydawg · 03-23-07, 01:32

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Originally Posted by Changeling

Not really rydawg, if you input the Hitachi in the website search engine, it comes back with a price of $199.00!!

Changeling

I just checked OCD website and they are all sold out. What website were you talking about that had it for $199?

I bought mine from toolup.com for $174, they have free shipping. The guy told me they only have a few left in stock. I can't believe how many places are sold out. I wish I would have bought mine for cheaper but nobody had it in stock. I am very happy with it and did not care for the price I paid though. My old B&D just blew up and I needed one fast. I have too many jobs lined up.

Changeling · 03-23-07, 03:50

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Originally Posted by rydawg

I just checked OCD website and they are all sold out. What website were you talking about that had it for $199?

I bought mine from toolup.com for $174, they have free shipping. The guy told me they only have a few left in stock. I can't believe how many places are sold out. I wish I would have bought mine for cheaper but nobody had it in stock. I am very happy with it and did not care for the price I paid though. My old B&D just blew up and I needed one fast. I have too many jobs lined up.

Well, I just went to there web site OCD Garage and entered in the search engine for the web site on the upper left of the page "Hitachi SP18-VA" the $199.00 came from that:
Here is the link:
Search

Changeling · 03-23-07, 04:00

Forgot to add, we are talking about the same place aren't we?

I am really looking forward to your review of the Hitachi SP18VA, that 5 year warantee is really hard to ignore, that and the fact that I haven't heard anyone say a bad thing really yet.
Changeling

AL-53 · 03-23-07, 04:01

Change the kit was 199.00 and the hitachi alone was 139.00....click the links in that search.....

Al

Bence · 03-23-07, 04:03

You Americans are just so lucky!

Here in Hungary the Hitachi costs US$343, the Makita US$460 - and both with a one year warranty...

Bioman · 03-23-07, 04:20

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Originally Posted by Bence

You Americans are just so lucky!

Here in Hungary the Hitachi costs US$343, the Makita US$460 - and both with a one year warranty...

I'm sure someone is willing to buy one for you and ship it over.

lecchilo · 03-23-07, 04:23

well this thread went to sh*t lol....

rydawg · 03-23-07, 04:34

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Originally Posted by AL-53

Change the kit was 199.00 and the hitachi alone was 139.00....click the links in that search.....

Al

Al is right. I just checked the link also. For $199 you get 3 edge classic pads. The velcro hook and loop comes standard anyway.

Just the buffer itself is $139, but they are out of stock. The kit is available for $199. I had a very hard time finding one in stock the other day. That's why I spent $174.

I did use it already and it seems nice, especially compared to my old tank. It's light but not overly light where it counts. Has just the right abount of down force and very balanced.
Compared to the makita, they are pretty much the same. I think Hitachi copied makita and just added a little more power to 11 amps and has 3400 rpm versus 3000 for the makita, but that will not matter detailing. The only biggy thing is the 5 year warranty for the Hitachi. Either one you will have a high quality machine. Makita you might find cheaper and more availability. I just got a Hitachi cause of the stats, 5 year warranty, and I never had a hitachi before but I had used one from a friend. I had a couple of Makitas in my old shop years back and they were super too. The choice is tough and you just have to make up your mind. I know it is tough!

I will have a full review when I work it hard this weekend to give my true pros and cons.

Take care and happy shopping

Ryan

ZoranC · 03-23-07, 05:23

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Originally Posted by Bence

You Americans are just so lucky!

Here in Hungary the Hitachi costs US$343, the Makita US$460 ...

On the other hand I bet you in Hungary you pay less for rent/mortgage, for food, etc. Picture is bit more complex.

Nimble · 03-23-07, 06:17

The sad thing is I swear it was available for sale last night. A few of you clowns musta bought em' up.

Bence · 03-23-07, 06:40

Zoran, according to former classmates or friends who live in the States, life is generally cheaper there.

Few examples:
One gallon regular fuel: US$ 5.2
One gallon premium fuel: US$ 6
McDonalds Filet-O-Fish: US$ 3.4
Shake, small (0.3 l): US$ 1.8
NO free mayo, ketchup, etc., they cost usually roughly one cent.

1 kg sugar: US$ 1.3
1 l milk (2.8% fat): US$ 1.35
0.5 l beer (cheapest; 2.8% alcohol): US$ 0.7

Chevy Aveo 1.2 8valve 3-door: US$ 11.800
Honda Civic: up to US$ 32.300 (2.2 i-CTDi 5-door)
Mercedes-Benz S600: US$ 213.000
Aston Martin DB9 Volante: US$ 308.000

Apartment/1 sq. m: between US$ 900 - 2800

and finally

1 Clay Magic regular bar: US$ 67
1 l 3M Trizact compound: US$ 56
Meguiar's Water Magnet WW: US$ 31

...and that's from a US$ 700 average per capita income. Go calculate.

True, you can buy and/or build complete houses cheaper than in the States.