Looking for a buffer
10-17-2018, 06:06 PM
#1
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Looking for a buffer
My present buffer died & I am looking for a replacement. Old one was 6" disc,good size but too heavy. Looking for a quality unit. I do all cleaning & polishing on both my cars. What would you recommend?
10-17-2018, 07:41 PM
#2
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Many use the popular Porter Cable 7424 XP. I have one and it does a great job for a DA. I also have a rotary Makita when rarely needed.
Last edited by Bob Petruska; 10-17-2018 at 07:48 PM.
10-17-2018, 08:21 PM
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Believe that my present buffer is a Porter Cable model. Bought from Mcguires a few years ago @ $140. Does that sound like yours? Have a good friend who is a retired electrical engineer. His diagnosis-- open motor .winding , It gets very hot. Did a great job,but heavy to use w/one hand. Is there a good buffer that is lighter weight? Prefer 6" disc--nothing larger
10-18-2018, 07:24 AM
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Believe that my present buffer is a Porter Cable model. Bought from Mcguires a few years ago @ $140. Does that sound like yours? Have a good friend who is a retired electrical engineer. His diagnosis-- open motor .winding , It gets very hot. Did a great job,but heavy to use w/one hand. Is there a good buffer that is lighter weight? Prefer 6" disc--nothing larger
Go to Autogeek.com, click on Car Buffers, and you will most likely see most of the polishrrs available with reviews.
Last edited by Bob Petruska; 10-18-2018 at 09:19 AM.
10-18-2018, 07:51 AM
#5
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Another consideration would be Griot's polisher. Very similar design to the Porter-Cable. I've owned both.
The world has moved towards these long-throw designs, similar to a Rupes. You'll see a lot of these during your shopping, Greasy. They are somewhat more expensive and require a different pad system.
I found a Griot's "package" from one of the forum sponsors a couple years ago. It included the Griot's 6" and a bunch of pads, etc. Around $130. I think Griot's may still have the lifetime warranty.
Greasy, FWIW, Porter-Cable does have regional repair centers. I just get concerned that the cost of "repair" will approach the cost of a new machine...
The world has moved towards these long-throw designs, similar to a Rupes. You'll see a lot of these during your shopping, Greasy. They are somewhat more expensive and require a different pad system.
I found a Griot's "package" from one of the forum sponsors a couple years ago. It included the Griot's 6" and a bunch of pads, etc. Around $130. I think Griot's may still have the lifetime warranty.
Greasy, FWIW, Porter-Cable does have regional repair centers. I just get concerned that the cost of "repair" will approach the cost of a new machine...
Last edited by uberwgn; 10-18-2018 at 07:54 AM.
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