Random orbit sander question

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PostPosted: Fri Nov 22, 2019 6:14 pm
Can anybody recommend a random orbit sander that won't break the bank? Enjoying hand sanding clear coat but I'd like to get this project done in my lifetime. Thank you :knockout:

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PostPosted: Fri Nov 22, 2019 6:42 pm
So, okay, we've been using orbital style sanders for 27 years in our shops. We've been up and down the line with cheap to expensive....American made to off shore stuff.... Give this one a try.....
https://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools ... 64416.html
I know, I know, Horrible Fright.... but if you flip up the page on this you can read my review which is titled.... SO FAR SO GOOD....
We've been trying one of these for a little over two months now. Used it with everything from 80 to 600 grit and I like it. The thing says 4 cfm consumption in the add but the box ours came in said, get this.... 2.2 cfm! And, you know, I kind of believe it....this thing can run 3 to 4 times as long without kicking on my compressor.....Buy it and get the warranty,,,if it burns up, get another.....
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PostPosted: Fri Nov 22, 2019 9:05 pm
We've got a harbor fright here, I'll check it out, thanks

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PostPosted: Sat Nov 23, 2019 12:11 pm
If you want to try an electric I'd suggest this Porter Cable one.
I've been using one like this for about 20 yrs now.
Great for dry sanding clear coats.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Porter-Cabl ... lsrc=aw.ds
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(It's not custom painting-it's custom sanding)

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