Rotary

**sofresh** · 04-29-2009, 09:19 PM

Sup everyone, I currently have a Flex 3401, Its a little slow for me and it takes too long for the job. I`m thinking about getting a rotary and some old hoods to practice on.

What rotary should I get? Ill pay up to 350 for one.

**junior_golfer** · 04-29-2009, 11:15 PM

Makita 9227 c. I`m about to buy one....heard they`re EXCEPTIONAL!

**blkacgsr** · 04-30-2009, 12:19 AM

I love my Makita. I would buy another one if I had to.

**Legacy** · 04-30-2009, 12:43 AM

Makita or a DeWalt.

**PorscheGuy997** · 04-30-2009, 12:51 AM

Yeah, if you are just starting out, the Makita 9227C or DeWalt DW849 are great to use.

Once you have used the rotary for a while, then you can pick one of the high end rotaries. But for now, go with a DeWalt or Makita.

**garyo** · 04-30-2009, 03:47 AM

Does anyone know who has the best price on the Makita?

**KnuckleBuckett** · 04-30-2009, 06:32 AM

Originally Posted by PorscheGuy997

Yeah, if you are just starting out, the Makita 9227C or DeWalt DW849 are great to use.

Once you have used the rotary for a while, then you can pick one of the high end rotaries. But for now, go with a DeWalt or Makita.

High end rotaries? I thought the Makita and DeWalt was one.

**carlsson** · 04-30-2009, 06:37 AM

One of the better deals out there. Very reliable seller.

eBay Motors: Makita 9227CX3 Polisher w/2 Pads and Tote Bag $169.95 (item 300311561166 end time May-06-09 14:42:43 PDT)

eBay Motors: Makita 9227CX5 Professional Buffer/Polisher Pkg Deal!!! (item 350193987753 end time Apr-30-09 08:50:29 PDT)

**eddie926** · 04-30-2009, 07:45 AM

If you`re not an eBayer, Tyler Tool currently has them on sale for $199

Makita Polisher - Makita 9227CX3 7" Electronic Sander-Polisher Includes FREE Bag and Polishing Pads

If you use the code mak0715 at checkout they`ll give you another $10 off.

They also have free shipping right now for anything over $99, so basically $189 delivered.

You can buy reconditioned ones from them pretty cheap too, but they`re out of stock right now.

Autogeek.net has their price matching guarantee, so you might be able to get the same deal from them.

**imported_Ivan Rajic** · 04-30-2009, 07:49 AM

Originally Posted by PorscheGuy997

Yeah, if you are just starting out, the Makita 9227C or DeWalt DW849 are great to use.

Once you have used the rotary for a while, then you can pick one of the high end rotaries. But for now, go with a DeWalt or Makita.

Originally Posted by KnuckleBuckett

High end rotaries? I thought the Makita and DeWalt was one.

I think he`s talking about something like Flex or Metabo but I would never replace my Makita with those... I want to try them just to see what all the fuss is about, but if Makita is perfect for me, why change

**sofresh** · 05-01-2009, 09:54 PM

makita looks like a nice one.

Metabo is a little higher

Whats the differents between the two?

Do pros use Makita?

I will probably just keep the flex for sealant, glaze, wax and use the rotary for polishing.

How come some people use a rotary for correction then use a FLex 3401 to finish up? Can you finish with a rotary? I think the flex is way too slow to polish.

Thanks!

Looking at makita or metabo stil need inputs between the two

**sofresh** · 05-01-2009, 10:15 PM

Can you use makita after a fresh paint job then colorsanding

**imported_Jakerooni** · 05-01-2009, 10:22 PM

Yes almost every pro I know (and most pro`s on this board) use the makita. it`s just a good machine. I like my Dewalt better for more difficult jobs but the Makita will finish better IMO.

**PorscheGuy997** · 05-01-2009, 10:56 PM

Originally Posted by KnuckleBuckett

High end rotaries? I thought the Makita and DeWalt was one.

The Makita is a very nice tool and I`ve owned two.

I was referring to the Flex, Fein, Festool, and Metabo as some of the `high end` and expensive rotaries. But, you don`t have to spend a fortune to get a quality polisher.

**Flashtime** · 05-02-2009, 07:34 PM

I was using a Dewalt 849 for many years. This unit must be at least 10 years old

and i got it second hand. It`s still in decent working order...but the Makita feels

much easier as it is lighter. The build quality isn`t as robust, but the weight

difference is considerable. It`s a better - work all day - choice IMO.