Going from orbital to rotary...suggestions?

[WuNgUn]

I've used my trusty PC orbital for the last 2 seasons, with satisfactory results. Not perfect, mind you...but good...
This summer, I want to step it up to a rotary. I already have the Lake Country 6.5" plate and 3 pads (Starter kit) and SSR 1, 2, 2.5.

Can you recommend me a good rotary?

Also, how much more careful do I need to be considering the last 2 years of complete polishing with the orbital? Do I still have significant clearcoat left? (stock paint)
I'm well aware of the risk of 'burning' thru the paint, so I'm a little nervous about my first time with the rotary...

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[Poorboy]

Originally Posted by WuNgUn

I've used my trusty PC orbital for the last 2 seasons, with satisfactory results. Not perfect, mind you...but good...
This summer, I want to step it up to a rotary. I already have the Lake Country 6.5" plate and 3 pads (Starter kit) and SSR 1, 2, 2.5.

Can you recommend me a good rotary?

Also, how much more careful do I need to be considering the last 2 years of complete polishing with the orbital? Do I still have significant clearcoat left? (stock paint)
I'm well aware of the risk of 'burning' thru the paint, so I'm a little nervous about my first time with the rotary...

it's not a hard jump, just be careful, pay attention, practice at speeds no higher than 3 and you'll be fine.

there are so many good rotarys to buy...

Metabo .. great machine but expensive
Flex ... very nice machine but expensive
Porter Cable.. nice machine and often overlooked
DeWault... industry standard
Hitachi...nice light machine with great warranty
Makita.. light machine ... decent history by most
Milwaukee...bit heavy but a real workhorse


good luck

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[WuNgUn]

Thanks PB...great list of machines there!
So, typically, these are sold as angle grinders, or polishers?

Also, 'Speed 3' is a bit of a mystery isn't it, depending on the machine? I've seen a Mastercraft 12A rotary that spins up to 11,000rpm!

Should I be targeting a rotary that works from around 600 to 5000rpm or so?
TIA

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[Poorboy]

Originally Posted by WuNgUn

Thanks PB...great list of machines there!
So, typically, these are sold as angle grinders, or polishers?

Also, 'Speed 3' is a bit of a mystery isn't it, depending on the machine? I've seen a Mastercraft 12A rotary that spins up to 11,000rpm!

Should I be targeting a rotary that works from around 600 to 5000rpm or so?
TIA

on most of the rotaries you will get them to go from 600-3000 ... go no higher than 1500 most beginners should stay around 900-1200 until they are really use to it

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[WuNgUn]

Thanks again...
What'cha think of this?
Canadian Tire

It's local and affordable...

[Redwings97]

Not the complete rotary expert here, but my Makita is from 600-3000 RPM. I think speed 3 is either 1200 or 1500 from what I understand does a lot of correction work. I guess depending on the correction needed you might have to go to a higher RPM.

If you look on DC or AG - they sell some rotaries (do not know what they are considered ie "polishers or grinders")

[Poorboy]

Originally Posted by WuNgUn

Thanks again...
What'cha think of this?
Canadian Tire

It's local and affordable...

all it does is ask for a zip code ..lol

[WuNgUn]

What about when it comes to the final polish (SSR1 in this case)...is 1500 rpm sufficient? Would my Porter DA be better suited for the last polish step?

[Poorboy]

Originally Posted by Redwings97

Not the complete rotary expert here, but my Makita is from 600-3000 RPM. I think speed 3 is either 1200 or 1500 from what I understand does a lot of correction work. I guess depending on the correction needed you might have to go to a higher RPM.

If you look on DC or AG - they sell some rotaries (do not know what they are considered ie "polishers or grinders")

yes that's what it runs at ...ps Trent he's in Canada

[WuNgUn]

Originally Posted by Poorboy

all it does is ask for a zip code ..lol

Ahhh...lol
give it n5a5p9

[Poorboy]

Originally Posted by WuNgUn

What about when it comes to the final polish (SSR1 in this case)...is 1500 rpm sufficient? Would my Porter DA be better suited for the last polish step?

you could go with either machine with the same pad ..I prefer to finish off with the pc .. .. rotary for correction, orbital for looks

[Poorboy]

Originally Posted by WuNgUn

Thanks again...
What'cha think of this?
Canadian Tire

It's local and affordable...

Yes, that will work fine .. if it's local and no shipping involved then you have it made. I think Chris at E-shine might have a machine or two also ... might be worth looking at

[WuNgUn]

Originally Posted by Poorboy

Yes, that will work fine .. if it's local and no shipping involved then you have it made. I think Chris at E-shine might have a machine or two also ... might be worth looking at

Right...I've bought from him in the past...great guy! I'll have a look...
Thanks again guys...

[Redwings97]

Originally Posted by Poorboy

yes that's what it runs at ...ps Trent he's in Canada

Not really - but I most certainly have a Canadian address available.

eShine has treated me right in the past. Check with Chris.

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