WTB: Porter Cable

ndtechie05 · 07-21-06, 10:12

hey guys im looking to buy a pc. either the 7442 or 7336 it doesnt matter. If you have some pads you would also like to sell, great. please let me know

a.k.a. Patrick · 07-21-06, 11:30

Why dont you get one at Lowes?

ndtechie05 · 07-21-06, 11:35

looking to get one at a better price so i can afford more pads.

a.k.a. Patrick · 07-21-06, 11:44

Just be careful with used ones, they dont last forever, and will require maintenance. I had my first one two yrs and then it wouldnt oscillate. I ended up buying a new one.....

scooterguitar · 07-22-06, 09:41

What he said.
Also, when I was buyign one I scanned ebay for abotu a month, used or refurbished ones only went for about maybe $20 less at most, you'll feel safer with a brand new one I'd think.
You could always check pawn shops!

Joshua312 · 07-22-06, 09:46

Be careful if someone offers to sell you their Porter Cable, especially if it's been through years of use. I just sold mine to a fellow member with all my pads, 4" pads, and the backing plates. I told him I just bought it last August and only used it 4 times from August to December, then it was used from April till July. I know very well the machine I sold was still in great condition mechanically...however some people might just try to rip you off with an abused machine. I would just go to lowes if you cant find anyone on here who you can trust to tell you all the facts...good luck!