View Full Version : Hitachi SP18VA-I hope it`s good
HemiJeep
09-19-2007, 06:34 PM
I just ordered a Hitachi SP18VA rotary polisher.Many are on back order.Is this polisher any good?A 5 year warrenty is great but not if you must send it back for repair.I don`t like the idea of these polishers being made in China by another company for Hitachi.I have a Milwaukee 5540(heavy) and a Porter Cable 7424.Thanks Joe :waxing
ZoranC
09-19-2007, 06:41 PM
I assume you haven`t researched on that polisher here as you would realize it is very highly regarded. So no worries, you picked very well.
gocubbies
09-19-2007, 06:42 PM
i have read alot of good things about this polisher. it is light weight has a slow start to prevent slinging and is over all a good polisher
Paulie Walnuts
09-19-2007, 06:47 PM
Yeah I think I might pick up one here soon and sell my PC 7428 to the kid across the street.
ZoranC
09-19-2007, 08:00 PM
i have read alot of good things about this polisher. it is light weight has a slow start to prevent slinging and is over all a good polisher
Are you confusing Hitachi with Metabo PE12-175?
gocubbies
09-19-2007, 08:06 PM
Are you confusing Hitachi with Metabo PE12-175?
no. why do you think that?
Hitachi SP18VA 7" Disc EVS Polisher & Light Sander
Standard Equipment
SP18VA Polisher / Sander
Loop Handle
Hook & Loop Backing Pad
Wrench
Optional Accessories
BriteMax Buffing Pads
Polisher Accessories
7" Abrasive Discs Specifications
Rating: 120V AC / DC
Amperage: 11.0
No-load RPM: 0 - 3,400
Disc Diameter: 7"
Spindle Size: US/8" - 11
Length: 167/16"
Weight: 6.4 lbs ( like 2-3 lbs lighter than dewalt)
Features
Powerful 11.0 Amp motor with overload protection and soft start – preventing torque jump when starting.
Variable speed dial/trigger matches correct rotation speed to individual applications.
Electronic feedback control maintains constant rotation speed during tough applications.
Spindle lock permits quick and easy disc changing.
ZoranC
09-19-2007, 08:16 PM
no. why do you think that?
Beacause lightness and slow start are what people usually praise when talking about Metabo.
gocubbies
09-19-2007, 08:18 PM
the metabo is light weight. dont know if it has slow start or not. i edit my post to include stats on the hitachi.
ZoranC
09-19-2007, 08:22 PM
the metabo is light weight. dont know if it has slow start or not. i edit my post to include stats on the hitachi.
Metabo does have slow start, very nice and smooth one. SpoiledMan has been a long time Hitachi owner. He recently got Metabo.
gocubbies
09-19-2007, 08:26 PM
thats cool. but not all of us have the money for the metabo. hitachi is 1/2 the price and comes with alot of same features.
BigAl3
09-19-2007, 08:42 PM
you made a wise choice, and you can`t go wrong with all the reputable brands (makita, dewalt, metabo, etc) as they are ALL quality machines...
ptaylor_9849
09-19-2007, 08:54 PM
I just hope you didn`t order it from OCD Garage cause you`ll probably never receive it.
ZoranC
09-19-2007, 11:36 PM
thats cool. but not all of us have the money for the metabo. hitachi is 1/2 the price and comes with alot of same features.
Ummm, I might be missing something but last time I checked prices Hitachi was $175-ish and Metabo was less than $100 more.
In any case, anybody wants to buy my almost brand new Metabo for $220 plus actual shipping?
DM101
09-20-2007, 05:02 AM
Here it is for $158 Hitachi Tools (http://www.asaprentshop.com/hitachi.html) .....
jshillin
09-20-2007, 06:19 AM
I have the Hitachi, it`s a nice machine... I`ve only had it for a few months, but I have had zero problems and I have zero complaints!