looking for a rotary

[jpzapata]

I just saw this on ebay. Dont know the maker it looks like a Makita but dont tkae my word for it. Also it looks like he has a couple of these and he is selling them for about $35.00. Let me know what you guys think.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4549598604&category=43993

 

[lucky6025]

Its NOT a Makita, but if you are only using it few times a year it would
work if you know how to use a rotary.

 

[jaybs02]

I think someone has already got that one.
Check this threadDC swapmeet

Doesn't sound like he's happy with it.
"J"

 

[travisdecpn]

You should check out harbor freight if you are looking for a low cost rotary option.

 

[PhaRO]

What is the link for the harbor freight one and whick backing pad would run the LC 7.5 pads.

 

[jaybs02]

Here's the link to Harbor Freight .
You would use a 6" backing plate for a rotary.

Good Luck,
"J"

 

[klnyc]

Get a Makita you wont regret it. Yup, I have one

 

[travisdecpn]

I like this one from harbor freight http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=92623

 

[Boss_429]

I would agree. I've heard some pretty good things about that Chicago rotary. If you are not going to use a rotary frequently, that may be an excellent choice.

 

[PhaRO]

I'd be using it very little. I used to own a B&D 6138 but no longer have it. I couldn't justify spending hundreds on one now but $30-50 to set one up would be fine. Have to get the PC first though as I plan to use that a lot.

 

[tpgsr]

I would agree. I've heard some pretty good things about that Chicago rotary. If you are not going to use a rotary frequently, that may be an excellent choice.

I use it daily for a combined running time of about 3hrs./day and it works flawlessly. I will say that personally i never use it, i prefer my dewalt, but my staff has never complained about the $30 machines wih 2 year unlimited warranties!

 

[jimmybuffit]

I have two of the $24.99 Harbor Fright/Chicago Electric rotaries (not the one mentioned above). Considering our recent expansion, I have TWO more on the way...

I think I sorta started the awareness of this product a few years ago - I continue to think that this heavy machine is worthy of a place in my shop, and certainly a home garage!

Be certain to use quality pads and backing plates... throw away the stuff that comes with the CE rotary.

Like tpgsr said, I prefer a different machine (I also have two Fein rotaries...), but the CEs are great workhorses in the shop.

Jim