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2slowMX5 · 04-25-2007, 02:07 AM

I'm in the market for a nice rotary buffer. Something like a Porter Cable, Makita or Dewalt. I'm still deciding on the pros and cons of each. I know some online vendors offer packages that include extra pads and backing plates, carry bags, even applications (polish, wax, cutting componds...ect).

The only experience I have was working at a car dealer, we used the dewalts (forget the model). Its what I learned on, the damn thing had enough torque to rip your friggen arm off :8

2slowMX5 · 04-25-2007, 02:10 AM

Ohh and I mean where LOCALLY can I pick one up, I want to get a "feel" for the unit before buying. I've looked in home depot before but they dont carry anything.

PhillyLS1 · 04-25-2007, 04:58 AM

Porter FTW. Can't go wrong, will never damage the paint.

Chris(NJ) · 04-25-2007, 06:28 AM

definitely get a porter cable 7424 or 7336. I've found the best place to get them is toolup.com. They sell them for 120 shipped. I can then hook you up w/ the backing plate and necessary pads for it. (it does not come w/ what you need). If you want a set of pads, backing plate and product, I can get you a package deal on everything, just let me know what product in particular you'd be looking for ( I can help you decide if you arent sure yet)

Chris(NJ) · 04-25-2007, 06:32 AM

where do you live btw? FOrgot to mention that lowes has stopped selling them, after their big blowout sale on them. If youre in nj, i can let you check out my pc to see how it is.

CHAOS · 04-25-2007, 06:40 AM

ive heard nothing but good things about the porter cable 7424... i bought one recent... havent had a chance to use it yet but i do have it haha

Chris(NJ) · 04-25-2007, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by CHAOS

ive heard nothing but good things about the porter cable 7424... i bought one recent... havent had a chance to use it yet but i do have it haha

You'll like it. very user friendly and will cut your detail time in half or better.

CleanNeon98 · 04-25-2007, 09:09 AM

I use a random orbital but try pep boys, advance auto parts, auto zone, and maybe even harbor freight over at franklin mills

04-25-2007, 02:07 AM	#1
2slowMX5 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Member #1351 iTrader: (1)	Where to pick up a nice rotary buffer (polisher) I'm in the market for a nice rotary buffer. Something like a Porter Cable, Makita or Dewalt. I'm still deciding on the pros and cons of each. I know some online vendors offer packages that include extra pads and backing plates, carry bags, even applications (polish, wax, cutting componds...ect). The only experience I have was working at a car dealer, we used the dewalts (forget the model). Its what I learned on, the damn thing had enough torque to rip your friggen arm off :8

04-25-2007, 04:58 AM	#3
PhillyLS1 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ft. Meade Member #3221 My Ride: 00 Camaro SS 11 Mustang 11 GS Vette iTrader: (0)	Porter FTW. Can't go wrong, will never damage the paint. __________________ "To be loved is to be fortunate, but to be hated is to achieve distinction.. " Please put me on ignore if you feel the need to read into my signatures or are a sensitive boy/girl. Your Friend, PhillyLS1 -- Currently Home/Deployed.

04-25-2007, 09:09 AM	#8
CleanNeon98 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Philadelphia Member #2029 My Ride: "Honey Badger" Turbo Miata iTrader: (8)	I use a random orbital but try pep boys, advance auto parts, auto zone, and maybe even harbor freight over at franklin mills __________________ 2004 MAZDASPEED MX-5 : 328whp / 308wtq / 2500lbs 2012 Toyota Prius 2 : Daily Driver

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04-25-2007, 02:10 AM	#2
2slowMX5 Tri-State Addict Join Date: Jan 2006 Member #1351 iTrader: (1)	Ohh and I mean where LOCALLY can I pick one up, I want to get a "feel" for the unit before buying. I've looked in home depot before but they dont carry anything.

04-25-2007, 06:28 AM	#4
Chris(NJ) Tri-State Addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Central Jersey Member #3979 My Ride: 2002 BMW M3 iTrader: (0)	definitely get a porter cable 7424 or 7336. I've found the best place to get them is toolup.com. They sell them for 120 shipped. I can then hook you up w/ the backing plate and necessary pads for it. (it does not come w/ what you need). If you want a set of pads, backing plate and product, I can get you a package deal on everything, just let me know what product in particular you'd be looking for ( I can help you decide if you arent sure yet)

04-25-2007, 06:32 AM	#5
Chris(NJ) Tri-State Addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Central Jersey Member #3979 My Ride: 2002 BMW M3 iTrader: (0)	where do you live btw? FOrgot to mention that lowes has stopped selling them, after their big blowout sale on them. If youre in nj, i can let you check out my pc to see how it is.

04-25-2007, 06:40 AM	#6
CHAOS TST Ruined My Life! Banned Join Date: Jun 2006 Member #2120 My Ride: 1984 Cadillac Brougham iTrader: (1)	ive heard nothing but good things about the porter cable 7424... i bought one recent... havent had a chance to use it yet but i do have it haha