Best Rotary??

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freedre

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I have decided to take the plunge and buy a rotary, so I can play with the big boys.

There seems to be a lot on the market - what is a popular brand & model amongst the DC fraternity?
 
I was wondering the same thing. At some point in the near future, I'm either going to be cheap and buy the 60 dollar vector one from CMA. Or, I'm going to go all out and get the best one there is. So which one is that?
 
Dewalt 849...

I love the Dewalt 849 and it is well worth the extra money. I also have a Milwalkee, but I haven't used her enough yet to recommend. The makita is supposed to be nice and I am borrowing one from a friend in Long Island NY to try for a week.

TheSopranos16: Go with the Dewalt you will thank me later... Holmdel, NJ ... You have some very nice rides in your neck of the woods !!!
 
Clean Dean, there are a TON of nice cars around here. I just gotta try to get my hands on as many as I can!!! Ive heard good things about the Dewalt and I am definately going to consider it. Let us know what you think of the Makita as well since I am also considering that machine. I think the handle on the makita might be more comfortable. I'm not sure though as Ive never tried it.
 
Rotary

First, go to your local Home Depot or Lowes and or Sears and see if you can find the models you are looking at. Pick them up and feel the balance and handles etc. Find one that balances well, feels good and easy to hold and buy that one.

The RO-ZILLA I have is the Makita 9227C and like the handle, as it's easy to polish in off areas and in tight spots with this handle it makes accessing the areas easy.

Regards,
Deanski
 
Thanks everyone - I think I can make an informed decision.

Will let you know how it turns oot (oot - get it? LOL)
 
I have a Milwaukee and love it.
It is heavier than most but I personally like that too.
It is very well balanced and the speed control is located exactly where it should be ... right under your thumb, so it can be adjusted while you are buffing without looking at it.
Do not waste your money on a cheapy!
 
I have a makita 9227C as well I used to use the handel all the time now I take it off at times and just hold the metal tip it gives me better control. I also perfer to use Meguiars pads in smaller areas then Edge because they dont jerk as much.
 
I have a DeWalt 849 that I've used everyday (2 cars/day) for almost 3 years. Only problem was the cord failed, but I spliced a new end on and it works fine.
 
The tool guy across from me at the show I was at this weekend had a new Milwaukee rotary (tool only, no box, instructions, etc) for $140. I chose to pass. A good friend of my wife works for DeWalt, so I'm hoping she can get me one cheap. :D
 
Like Kim, I also have a Milwaukee[mines a #5540] and I wouldn't trade it for any other. They are extremely durable and have excellent balance. I've had mine for 10 years and the only thing that I've had to replace are the brushes and power cord.
I like the fact That they're heavy cause it keeps my upper body in shape.:-p
 
Mine is a 5460 (0-1750 RPM)
It has a quick lock detachable cord so if it goes bad you just buy a new cord.
I own several Milwaukee tools and they hold up great.
I think the DeWalt and the Makita would also be great machines too!
 
Milwaulkee 5460...

I detailed a 1997 BMW 540I today with the 5460, and I like kimwallace like the positioning of the speed control. Plus although the machine tops out at 1750 rpms I feel no strain on the motor while buffing at 1750 rpms... The machine feels like its hardly working !!! I buffed out some majors stratches today with a yellow Edge pad and Meg's Power Cleaner. (pics are coming...)
 
I have used the Dewalt, Makita, and the Chicago rotaries, and my favorite is the Makita. It is lighter, and I personally like the bail handle on the top side.....I like it so much that I organized a group buy here on DC. If you are interested, take a look and lets see what we can do!
 
I too like the Makita, I have 2 of them....but everyone is different..The Dewalt is also a very good one..
jeff
 
I got the Makita and played with the DeWalt for awhile.

I really like the Makita rotary. If it ever breaks, then I'll be getting another of the same.
 
We have a fellow member here selling a New DeWalt 849 for $150 shipped, which is a fantastic deal. It's in the DC classifieds.
 
I have to say the Chicago Electric is nice and for 25 bucks new!!..you can't beat it for the weekend warrior - if I were Nick or CD then I would invest in a Makita or Fein (I LOOOOOVE that one but 300 bucks?? yikes!!!)--
 
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