skidude Posted October 4, 2007 Share Posted October 4, 2007 Has anyone used a DeWalt DW443 for polishing? The local auto body supply shop says this has been the most popular unit with shops. It's the same specs as the Porter Cable 7424/7336. It is sold as a random orbit sander/polisher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 Thats a rotary polisher. Nothing wrong with that, but you have to be aware that a rotary polisher is a professional grade tool and in inexperienced hands it can burn straight through the paint on your car. If you go that route, buy a practive panel from a junkyard and really learn to use it before using it on your car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irishcurtis Posted October 7, 2007 Share Posted October 7, 2007 From the Dewalt website... "Heavy-Duty 6" Right Angle Random Orbit Sander with Electronic Variable Speed" ...so should be safe, but why would you pay more for the Dewalt when the PC is a proven, popular tool? Curtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 Ah, the OP edited his post after I responded...cute. I didn't know Dewalt made a RO buffer... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidude Posted October 9, 2007 Author Share Posted October 9, 2007 The reason I asked is that some PC owners say it's under-powered, and opting for the new Ultimate Detailing Machine (UMD). The UMD seems to have mixed reviews. The DeWalt is available locally, although I haven't tried to negotiate the price below $180 (without accessories). The PC 7336 is available here (Sacramento, CA) for $135 without accessories. I've read posts here that say it was available at Lowe's for around $99, but that was in 2002. I'd appreciate any currrent leads, available from chain stores, on a better price on the 9224/7336 - and also detailing kits. Thanks much for your input! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW03ES Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 Its not a question of it being underpowered, there are just limits to what a RO machine can do. I doubt the Dewalt, the PC, or the UDM will be much different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidude Posted October 24, 2007 Author Share Posted October 24, 2007 Thanks a lot for all your replies. I really appreciate it...Skidude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOGWT Posted October 30, 2007 Share Posted October 30, 2007 Alternative products- a) A European (Germany) equivalent to the PC 7424/7336 is the Flex X1107VE. http://www.baukreis.de/produkte/inde...p=F...p;s=&pg=199 B) Bosch Gex 150 Turbo 150mm Round Orbit Sander 240v – http://www.tooled-up.com/Product.asp?PID=124394 c) Flex XC 3401 VRG - Slim stick handle, high torque motor (4100W) light weight (4.85 lbs) and a practical bail handle. That is how to polish easily and effortlessly in every job. The accelerator trigger switch and speed selection (1100 – 3700) allow for a controlled acceleration to the optimal mixing speed - http://www.flexnorthamerica.com/l3403vrg.html d) Groit’s Garage - Random Orbital (Mosay 8812) spins at higher orbits per minute (4,000 and 7,000) has a smaller polishing pattern, a rheostat speed dial for polishing and an internal fan to cool off the backing plate (thus, no heat build-up in our pad, or on your paint), a higher torque motor to eliminate stalling, an ergonomic top handle, and an easy-to-reach side on/off switch, plus your hands will enjoy much less vibration from the orbital e) Cyclo Polisher - you will achieve hand-rubbed quality at a much faster rate. There is no chance of heat build-up so there is no chance of burning the paint. You get a professional swirl free finish. Specs: 6.5 lbs, 3,200 OPM, heavy-duty cast aluminium, 60 cycle, 1/3 HP, 2.0 amps, 115V, 60Hz http://topoftheline.com/cyclopolisher.html Griot's Garage Random Orbital 750W Motor 110 volts / 60Hz Variable Speed Control (1 -6) Ergonomic Design Soft-Start, Constant Speed 4,000 and 7,000 orbits per minute Flexible 6 1/2 Ft. Power Cord http://www.griotsgarage.com Rotex - RO125 Is a departure from the conventional sanders because it is actually two sanders in one. This dual mode sander fulfils all your fine random orbit sanding needs with its 5" diameter, 3.6mm (9/64") stroke and with the press of a button turns into an aggressive yet very controllable rotary sander. Perhaps one reason it is so controllable and aggressive in the rotary mode is because the pad performs a random orbit while it is rotating, an operation that I believe is unique to this machine. With accessories you can also use this sander in a third mode, that of a polisher. At 4.4lbs its light enough for extended use and its ergonomic design feels right at home in your hands. Festool RO 125 Power consumption: 500 Watts / 4.2 amps 120 v AC Pad diameter: 5" (125 mm) Speed rotary motion: 300 - 600 rpm Speed eccentric motion: 3000 - 6000 rpm Sanding stroke: 9/64" (3.6 mm) Dust extractor connection: 1" (27 mm) Weight: 4.4 lbs. (2 kg) http://www.festool.com.au/artikel/artikel....p;uk=1&hk=4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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