Air sanding, info needed if you please?

**imported_Picus** · 10-27-2008, 08:43 AM

Good stuff. I don`t have a porter cable (hah!), so I think I`ll grab the Makita that reparebrise mentioned and give it a shot.

**reparebrise** · 10-27-2008, 09:21 AM

Picus

I think my compressor is ok, it`ll do 9cfm at 90psi, 8 gallon.

When looking at your compressors capacity you must take into consideration it`s duty cycle as well. Yes your comp can give you 9 cfm, but not continualy, the general rule of thumb is to have a compressor that doubles the cfm requirement of your tool. For things like nailers, impact wrenches it`s not so big a deal, but with sanders and paint guns it is. Your sander will be running non stop for at least a few mins at a time, if you have a 9cfm tool and a 9 cfm compressor, your compressor will not be happy. The makita is a good tool and being that you are Canadian(as are most of the posters on this thread!) you can also consider the Mastercraft unit from Canadian Tire, less expensive, and works quite well for the price, and they have a wonderfull warrenty policy for professionals(no waiting for a reapir, instant replacement).

**imported_Picus** · 10-27-2008, 09:29 AM

I checked out the Mastercraft on CT`s site, but didn`t see the throw listed. I was going to check it out today. Thanks again for the info. I`m also going to run by carquest and see what they have in the way of discs.

**imported_Picus** · 10-27-2008, 11:25 AM

No luck at Carquest - I think they thought I was an alien. Oh well, they only have 80-1000 grit. The search continues.

**Holden_C04** · 10-27-2008, 12:46 PM

Originally Posted by Picus

No luck at Carquest - I think they thought I was an alien. Oh well, they only have 80-1000 grit. The search continues.

I know what you mean. My guy at NAPA gave me the oddest look when I referred to the Makita as a rotary. :lol

**imported_Denzil** · 10-27-2008, 01:36 PM

IME, employees of auto parts stores aren`t always very knowledgeable about our field, hehe.

**jimmybuffit** · 10-27-2008, 01:46 PM

We wetsand with the Mirka system - 2000, 3000, 4000 grit. And still block tight corners, etc

Something about WETsanding with an electric tool... just doesn`t seem right.

Jim

**imported_Picus** · 10-27-2008, 05:58 PM

Originally Posted by Jimmy Buffit

We wetsand with the Mirka system - 2000, 3000, 4000 grit. And still block tight corners, etc

Something about WETsanding with an electric tool... just doesn`t seem right.

Jim

Ya, I am trying to find Mirka Abranet and Abralon locally; no luck at all. I e-mailed Kevin Brown and am waiting to hear back, hopefully he has good news.

I`m all good with blocking corners, I`ve been blocking entire cars, ugh.

Do you use the Mirka air sander? (bulldog I think?).

**PorscheGuy997** · 10-27-2008, 06:31 PM

Funny this came up. I`m in the process of ordering a Mirka sander and the abrasives from Kevin.

I have already sent this thread to Kevin, but just wanted to mention a few things.

The new Abranet Soft is supposed to be the best for removing orange peel. As always, the Abralon is a strong performer. The Trizact abrasives are very nice, too.

What size sander were you looking at getting? I went with the 3" because I really don`t have the need for a 6" at this time.

**gmblack3** · 10-27-2008, 07:01 PM

From what I was told Airvantage makes the mirka bulldog sander. The mirka sander is composite while the airvantage is aluminum.

The bulldog you want is the MR-625 (3/32 throw) retail is $237 and they offered it to my at $165 back in March.

**imported_Picus** · 10-27-2008, 07:57 PM

Originally Posted by PorscheGuy997

Funny this came up. I`m in the process of ordering a Mirka sander and the abrasives from Kevin.

I have already sent this thread to Kevin, but just wanted to mention a few things.

The new Abranet Soft is supposed to be the best for removing orange peel. As always, the Abralon is a strong performer. The Trizact abrasives are very nice, too.

What size sander were you looking at getting? I went with the 3" because I really don`t have the need for a 6" at this time.

I was looking for a 5-6". As this point I`ll take abranet, abralon, or trizact.

**imported_DJ Mayo** · 10-29-2008, 03:32 PM

I went to Lowes again today and they have a nice variety of pneumatic and electric sanders. As for the sanding disc, I stopped by Car Quest and they had up to 1000 in stock but can order 1200, 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000 at no extra charge to the consumer. For some reason they just don`t stock them after 1000 grit. At least the guy working knew what the hell I was talking about. :2thumbs:

DJ

**David Fermani** · 10-29-2008, 03:56 PM

I suggest contacting your local 3M Sales Rep and asking for a demo & samples. That`s 1 of the things they do all day long and don`t mind helping.

**imported_Picus** · 10-29-2008, 03:57 PM

Originally Posted by Got_Leather

I went to Lowes again today and they have a nice variety of pneumatic and electric sanders. As for the sanding disc, I stopped by Car Quest and they had up to 1000 in stock but can order 1200, 1500, 2000, 2500, 3000 at no extra charge to the consumer. For some reason they just don`t stock them after 1000 grit. At least the guy working knew what the hell I was talking about. :2thumbs:

DJ

Lucky dog. I think the lady I spoke with thought I was a terrorist. :p

David - good idea, thanks.