New Makita

Re: Re: New Makita

awd330 said:
I've never seen that machine before, but for that price you could buy both a PC and a rotary.

Just my 2 cents. :dunno
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:yeah

Neat tool! Maybe you get the model number and shop around. Harbor Freight tool, or Costal Tool, or do a google search ? $300 is a bit much...imo. But it sure would be a nice tool to have. One set of pads, one tool to carry around, etc.
 
I don't like the idea of that weight balance. The PC 7424 is pretty equal in weight distribution, an weighs 1 pound less than this new Makita. To top it off, the new Makita is front heavy. While that may seem minor, 2 hours of buffing will tell you otherwise.

I will pass.
 
hummmmm, the first guy loves it, the second hates it. Speed wise, how does this compare to a typical rotory?
 
it looks like this machine could be the buffer of the future but im going to wait until they get the bugs worked out and the price comes down. looks pretty cool though
 
I went to a local Makita dealer to play with one and he told me that the machine isn't new at all...maybe 4-5 years old.

It still jiggles which is nice, but looking at the manual, it doesn't even reach the equivalant of 1000 rpms. In my opinion, it's right between a PC and rotary. Since I've already got both...I don't think it's for me :)
 
If I could find one used, I might pick one up. $300 is just a bit steep for me.

I would love to play with one, I like the idea.
 
It looks interesting but personally I like owning the right tool for the job you need to do.
The motor on a rotary works much harder than the one on a PC because there is more friction created by rotary buffing. So, I would question how long the motor would last in this machine. The on thing I do not like about the PC and the buffer shown is the spped control is in a difficult to reach place while you are buffing. My rotary and most of the good ones have the speed control right under where your thumb rests so you can easily adjust it while you are buffing. If you want to save time and pads when switching between a rotary and a PC just use the same size velcroe backing plates and pads on both machines. The 6 1/2" pads will cover most of the situations you will come across.
For $300.00 I recomend buying two seperate machines. I think both of them will out perform and outlast one combination machine. Just my .02
 
Just read "someones opinion"
The RPMs are a bit low for a rotary. A
A lot of polishes need to have 1200-1700 RPM to break down properly and be effective.
 
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