Rotary Reccomendation

[Ern]

I used to have a Makita 9227C. I had to sell it when I moved out due to money issues. Can you reccomend one for me? I see alot of talk of different ones. Can you add some linkage so I can see prices too. When I first bought my makita package it was around 350 I think

 

[BlueZero]

I've been thinking about getting one also. I'm leaning toward the Hitachi SP18VA. The Metabo seems like the favorite choice but costs a little more.

 

[imported_smprince1]

I use and recommend the 9227C ... and it's a lot less than the price you quoted.



Good luck with your decision.



Makita 9227C Polisher & Sander

 

[sixty7mustang22]

I really like my Makita 9227c.

 

[coupe]

$350!?!?! are you sure you had a makitta 9227C?

 

[Eliot Ness]

I like the Metabo because of the lighter weight, but is is a little different with the lack of a conventional trigger (it has an on/off switch like a PC) and it does cost a bit more.



If you are already used to/familiar with the Makita then that or the Hitachi are also very good choices and both of them will run a bit less than a Metabo unless you find a super buy somewhere.

 

[ConglomrationAL]

check the makita's on coastaltools.com.

where I got mine.

 

[BobD]

I have a Makita and I really like it. I like the slow start feature too.

 

[jshillin]

I have the Hitachi SP18VA and like it a lot!! It seems to be a toss up between the 3 mentioned.

 

[Ern]

Ouch the Hitachi is on a nice backorder I see. Hrmm. Nice to see the Makita is no where near what I paid the first time around. uugghhh.



Can I use my flexable backing plate and my LC 6.5 inch pads on the rotary? Or do you need to use larger pads due to the speeds?

 

[imported_smprince1]

Can I use my flexable backing plate and my LC 6.5 inch pads on the rotary? Or do you need to use larger pads due to the speeds?

You don't have to use bigger pads on the rotary ... but the backing plate is different for the PC and rotary as the threads are different.

 

[Ern]

so I just need a new backing plate then?

 

[jshillin]

so I just need a new backing plate then?

Exactly. Only a backing plate.

 

[Ern]

What backing plate do I need for my LC 6.5 Pads? I looked on Danase and they dont seem to carry a size for those for a rotary.

 

[01bluecls]

I have had my Makita for 2 + years now and have used it a LOT. I like the "feathered trigger" to where you can control the speed through the pressure on the trigger. Its been good overall. It is on the heavy side, is my only complaint.

 

[01bluecls]

What backing plate do I need for my LC 6.5 Pads? I looked on Danase and they dont seem to carry a size for those for a rotary.

I use 6.5 inch pads with mine. I believe (but cannot remember) that I have a 5 inch or 5 1/4 in backing plate on mine.

 

[BigAl3]

Ouch the Hitachi is on a nice backorder I see.

free ground shipping on this, so it's about a $6.38 difference if you bought it from coastal tool...



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[Ern]

I use 6.5 inch pads with mine. I believe (but cannot remember) that I have a 5 inch or 5 1/4 in backing plate on mine.

Where did you get it?

 

[Ern]

Rotary 4 Flexible Backing Plate



I think I found it!

 

[hydro556]

My advice may not be worth much, but I will throw in my opinion. All I have ever had was cheap random orbitals until I purchased a Makita 6040. I got it because I trust Makita and because it serves two purposes. It can go from RO to rotary with the flip of a switch. I have never used anything else so I cant compare to others, but I really like the 6040. It is well balanced and not too heavy, very versatile and has handled everything I have thrown at it. Plus @ $230 shipped the price isnt bad. Buy a reputable brand and you should be happy, good luck.