Looking to buy a rotary

jar2187 · 10-01-08, 08:57

I am in the market for a rotary, pads to go with and polish. I have come to find the limitations of my PC. I am just not satisfied with the paint correction results and the time involved. I am looking for the next step. I have used a rotary in the past, a dewalt something, with a few 3m pads and finesse it, on a few of my fathers semi trucks. I didnt like how big the pads were nor the feel of them working. The pads felt cheap. They worked for what I was tring to accomplish though. I am looking for a pad that is smaller than 7 inches.. and an easy to use polish.. Any help with this would be great!

mystic04 · 10-01-08, 11:24

The dewalt 849 is a nice machine but a tad heavy. also have the flex line to choose from, then you can last but not least look at the Makita 9227C. look for 6 inch pads and a backing plate also . Most all of the detailing places on line sell a kit you can purchase.

qwertydude · 10-01-08, 11:36

Harbor freight has a nice 5" backing plate made from stiff foam rubber. You can put on a 6" pad and that combo seems to work plus I can still slip over a 6 wool bonnet from my random orbital for heavier correction.

jar2187 · 10-01-08, 11:38

I was looking at the Makita 9227C..

mystic04 · 10-01-08, 01:52

the makita is really nice if i didn't get my dewalt 849 for 100.00 i would have that instead.

BigAl3 · 10-01-08, 04:13

do a search and you'll find many threads on this topic. BTW... the makita, dewalt, flex, hitachi, etc., all have their fair share of followers/users...

NCZ13 · 10-01-08, 04:16

the makita is available at home depot for about 186, as compared to 200 + shipping from the different vendors.

Premium · 10-01-08, 05:53

I think you mean the 9227cy is 189 at HD. I looked at the tech specs and the c and the cy seem to be just marginally different. Anyone know if there are big differences?

BigAl3 · 10-01-08, 05:56

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Originally Posted by Premium

I think you mean the 9227cy is 189 at HD. I looked at the tech specs and the c and the cy seem to be just marginally different. Anyone know if there are big differences?

anything after the numbers 9227, are the accessories included. same machine...

Premium · 10-01-08, 05:59

Look at HD's website at the specs for both machines. It says that the 9227c weighs 9lbs and the 9227cy weighs 6.6lbs.

BigAl3 · 10-01-08, 06:08

if you notice, one has a bale handle while the other has a side handle and wool pad. other than that, i don't think there is a difference...

Makita - Search Results

here are the descriptions for both on the makita website...

9227C Variable speed (0-3,000 RPM) with pre-set maximum speed dial; ideal for ultra slow polishing Pre-set speed setting dial (from 600-3,000 RPM) for maximum control Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load Easily converts to a sander 3 prong plug to prevent static electricity accumulation Fast and powerful polishing for clearcoat finishes Lock-on button for continuous use at one speed Shown with optional wool bonnet

9227CY Variable speed (0-3,000 RPM) dial for maximum control; ideal for ultra slow polishing Pre-set speed setting dial (from 600-3,000 RPM) for maximum control Electronic speed control maintains constant speed under load Easily converts to a sander 3 prong plug to prevent static electricity accumulation Fast and powerful polishing for clearcoat finishes Lock-on button for continuous use at one speed Shown with optional wool bonnet

9227C INCLUDES:
Hook-and-loop pad (743052-5)
Hex wrench (783204-6)
Hoop handle (416256-9)
Side handle (152490-4)
Model 9227CX3 includes a Polishing Kit

Sanding Disc 7"
Wool Bonnet 7"
No Load RPM 600-3,000
AMPS 10.0
Spindle Thread (11 UNC) 5/8"
Length 18-1/2"
Net Weight (lbs.) 6.6
Shipping Weight (lbs.) 9.0
UPC Code 088381022408

9227CY INCLUDES:
1 Each Sanding Disc #50 (742070-A-5)
Rubber Pad (743012-7)
Lock Nut (224517-1)
Lock Nut Wrench (782412-6)
Side Handle (152490-4)
Picture Shown with Optional Bonnet which Requires Optional Hook-and-Loop Pad (743052-5)

Sanding Disc 7"
Wool Bonnet 7"
No Load RPM 600-3,000
AMPS 10.0
Spindle Thread (11 UNC) 5/8"
Length 18-1/2"
Net Weight (lbs.) 6.6
Shipping Weight (lbs.) 8.7
UPC Code 088381046671

Premium · 10-01-08, 06:10

Sorry, I was looking at the wrong thing.