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Feb 14, 2015 | 04:39 PM

73Corvette

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WTB buffer >> GOT ONE thanks

Got one

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Feb 15, 2015 | 12:09 PM

Sativa

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 73Corvette

Would like to buy a good used buffer.. been looking at pawn shops and am always a day late and a dollar short.

Check ebay or craigslist. I just bought a Flex 3401 on craigslist for $220.

Feb 17, 2015 | 07:30 PM

0Killrwheels@Autogeek

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If you are looking for a starter unit like the Porter Cable, Griots, or Megs then consider buying them new. The price is NOT that much different and you want the warranty and protection as its a power tool and can be worn out. I often suggest waiting for one of the big holiday sales and measure the cost of any unit brand new versus used. You certainly don't want to eat a bad purchase and cannot prove purchase and ownership.

Feb 18, 2015 | 08:18 AM

Broker99

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Are you looking for a da or rotary?

Feb 18, 2015 | 09:56 AM

spdkilz911

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Be very careful with a rotary if you have never used one. With a DA like the Porter Cable you can only damage the paint if you drop the machine on the car. The rotary will ruin your day in a couple seconds.

Feb 18, 2015 | 10:43 AM

spdkilz911

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Sounds like a good plan. The rotary is an awesome machine but will bite you real quick. I also use an infrared temperature gun to check the heat of the paint. The heat builds up quick with the rotary.

Feb 18, 2015 | 12:24 PM

spdkilz911

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 73Corvette

What brand do you use, is it variable speed?

I found a deal on a Makita years ago. The Dewalt is also a fine machine. It is variable speed. There are also a ton of videos on You Tube. You can learn a lot from them, good and bad. Just start slow on some old pieces.

I have always had great service with Autogeek
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