Best Rotary?

[showroom]

I can do almost everything with my DA polisher. I got the PC 7424xp. It seemed to be most popular and everybody likes it and so do I its user friendly and gives great results. What about a high speed rotary for those bigger jobs my DA cant handle?

[dpscoupe]

I recently picked up a DeWalt 849X based on the reviews on this forum. I've used it so far with 4" pads to correct some isolated spots on my Mach 1; hope to give it a full workout this weekend!

[Willy Wang]

makita seems to be the favored, but the dewalt is just as good. The flex rotary is lighter.

[erichaley]

The FLEX PE14 isn't a "high speed" rotary, per-se, but it is, in my opinion, the best damn rotary out there! It's speed ranges from 600-2100 RPM (400 RPM off lock), but I rarely go past 1500 RPM with it.

[MarkD51]

Many years ago, I was looking myself, and had thought I wanted the Mikita, because they usually make decent tools, maybe a little on the pricey side though.

I looked at both the Mikita, and the Milwuakee, both variable, and settled on the Milwaukee.

The Mikita I felt had the advantage in weight versus the Milwaukee, but in ways the Mikita sort of felt cheap and flimsy in comparison. The downside of the Milwaukee is it is like holding a Tank, it is solid, and it is heavy. But it is a well built tool all around, and I doubt that you could burn, or wear one of these out, even after years of daily hard use.

They are without a doubt a real workhorse tool, and perhaps don't get much love as some others. I know there is two variable models, I think one goes to about 1750 rpm, and the other I think goes to 2800 rpm.
Mark

[stiffdogg06]

Makita 9227c

[MajinAl]

The FLEX PE14 isn't a "high speed" rotary, per-se, but it is, in my opinion, the best damn rotary out there! It's speed ranges from 600-2100 RPM (400 RPM off lock), but I rarely go past 1500 RPM with it.

:iagree:i agree with this 100%

its not a high speed but you dont need to go past 1500
super light and easy to control
only issue i read about this is that it has a weak motor and it over heats. But i personally have never experienced this

[hernandez.art13]

^ Majin, what is your Flex Rotary that I was using this weekend when I was polishing the BMW? It felt really smooth and was super light, Wish I remember what speed I had it at.

But then I used the Flex 3401 on the BMW and that felt just as nice because of Forced Rotation, and it oscillates (I think it was yours also)

So you can have the best of both worlds with the 3401,

haven't tried removing sanding marks, but if your not going to be wet sanding, the Flex 3401 should get the job done.

Just my opinion

Art

[FUNX650]

Besides the few that's already been mentioned...
The Metabo PE12-175 is also a pretty good rotary.

:)

Bob

[erichaley]

:iagree:i agree with this 100%

its not a high speed but you dont need to go past 1500
super light and easy to control
only issue i read about this is that it has a weak motor and it over heats. But i personally have never experienced this

I haven't had any issues with the motor seeming weak (it never bogs down on me), nor have I had issues with overheating. Now, on the other hand, my FLEX 3401 does get really hot (measured 150º), and, compared to the PE14, sounds like it's full of marbles.

The PE14 is just buttery smooth, and I use it for almost all of my polishing now. Being able to go to 600 or even 400 RPM really helps with finishing out hologram free.

[VroomVroom]

When I purchased I narrowed things down to the Makita 9227 and DeWalt 849. I pretty much tossed a coin and went with the Makita. Honestly...I lost that coin toss. I struggle quite a bit with the Makita, but in using a buddy's 849, I've never had problems. Your mileage may certainliy vary, but IMO I'd go with the DeWalt.

THAT SAID....(sorry for the caps, but now that I have your attention...) there are so many reasons never to go with a rotary. I'd strongly consider spending that money (plus, obviously) on a Rupes and some of the newer pads....or simply some of the MF pads for your PC.

[CCC4me]

My Hitachi has lasted me 18 years and still going strong!

[Bates Detailing]

I have stuck with Makita due to the fact that Ive still got a Makita from 8 + years ago now. That sold me enough for the brand :dblthumb2: