Finally taking the plunge!

Personally I'd like to have more control over the speed other than "1000" and "3000" most of the time I start out at 1,000 and end up at about 1,400
 
If it makes you feel any better, even though I now have a PC, I still plan on using my cheap-o Simoniz 10" RO buffer for wax removal. The sheer size of the pad and the low cost of the bonnets make it a worthwhile keeper- and it has 1 unknown speed.



Even if machines such as this have little swirl reducing ability, they are a great time and effort saver.
 
audio1der said:
If it makes you feel any better, even though I now have a PC, I still plan on using my cheap-o Simoniz 10" RO buffer for wax removal. The sheer size of the pad and the low cost of the bonnets make it a worthwhile keeper- and it has 1 unknown speed.



Even if machines such as this have little swirl reducing ability, they are a great time and effort saver.
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I thought I was the only crazy one still using the 10" cheapie buffer for wax removal... :o
 
audio1der said:
If it makes you feel any better, even though I now have a PC, I still plan on using my cheap-o Simoniz 10" RO buffer for wax removal. The sheer size of the pad and the low cost of the bonnets make it a worthwhile keeper- and it has 1 unknown speed.



Even if machines such as this have little swirl reducing ability, they are a great time and effort saver.
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Why would you use the cheapie RO for that if you have a PC? :nixweiss



The vibration isn't bad at low speeds so that shouldn't be the issue.
 
Yep Lowe, that's me - couldn't log on as AndyC any more and have had problems like you wouldn't believe with my computer.



Still got the PC and happy with it - very happy BUT I want to take my detailing to the next level and I reckon a rotary's the way to go. I still have some deeper scratches which the PC struggles with.



Can't seem to post any pics althogh may try to post a link to my msn photo site for people to give their opinion.



I was a little unsure about the lack of variable speed with the Clake rotary and TBH I'm going for it on the basis that I am inexperienced and will be using it at 1000rpm - any higher and I'm way out of my comfort zone.



I've had a little practice at a bodyshop with a Stayer rotary and it felt fine -just need to get into the habit of keeping it moving. Will be buying a couple of old panels to practice on.



Will keep you guys posted once it arrives - hey, if it's good then at £70 I reckon it's a bit of a bargain.
 
Andy let us know how you get on.



On a different note, maybe DavidB could attribute your new user name to your 'old' number of postings.
 
Should have thought of that - doh!



Rotary should arrive within the next few days (hopefully before the weekend) so will of course let you guys know how I get on.
 
Variable speed is definately the way to go. Even better is variable spead via the trigger switch much like the Porter Cable 7428 Rotary.
 
Thanks guys - think I'll still go for this machine for now. I can always upgrade at a later date if I need to.



Which backing plate would you go for - it comes with a velcro backed pad as standard but would you upgrade this to a better spec item?



Probably best to wait until I actually get it I suppose so I can check its spec properly.
 
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