GoplusRandom Orbital Polisher Electrical Sander Variable Speed Dual-Action Grinder Buffer Kit For Auto Detail (6 inch)

I rarely take the time to write a lengthy or in depth review, but I did research these a bunch before buying and hope my input will be useful.This is my third buffer. I have the industry standard porter cable d/a and dewalt high speed rotary buffer. I'm an ASE certified backyard mechanic and detailer. So I've done some stuff and have some experience...I purchased this second d/a yo keep and use in my RV. I used it for several hours yesterday both buffing with compound and swell as applying wax.This unit has the same sound and feel as my porter cable. I was really surprised. I was really expecting a disposable tool, like a harbor frieghts unit. One that comes with extra brushes because they are so cheap they only last 2 hours. And it smells like an electrical fire the entire time you use it.This d/a has a soft start motor. It take a second or two to build up to the selected speed. Kinda annoying, but it's actually a good thing and was more expensive to manufacture. The unit feels slightly heavier and looks slightly longer. No big deal. This is a spare, that will rarely get used unless I get bored on a road trip or have to fix defect before it drives me crazy.The one bad thing is the dang switch. It seems to get bumped easily and turns off. It's on the top vs the side where it should be and the latching mechanism isn't the smartest design. Again, another product designed by someone who has never used one.lol.The pad that it came with seems like garbage. I wont use it. But it is better than the abortion of a pad that the porter cable comes with.DO NOT USE A PAD THAT IS SMALLER THAN 6.5 INCHES. Seems obvious. But u recall seeing a lot of questions about this. A 6 would fit, but the little extra adds some bumper protection... if that makes sense.I wouldnt buy this as my primary. I have a thing for tools. I want the best, most reliable, and longest lasting. But as a second unit/travel took it is perfect. For a guy that can't afford it or is a cheap skate, this unit will be just fine.Very little doubt that this took will last. The gears sound solid. Everything is tight. Good stuff

this is a wonderful buffer for compounding and polishing vehicles. it's strong, powerful, quiet and virtually vibration free. i chose the five inch over the six thinking with less mass and less centripetal force there would be less vibration. i was not disappointed, this machine was a pleasure to use - even one-handed. the problem is the center drive shaft heats up so much that it actually melts the Velcro on the backing plate and melts a hole in the buffing sponge. it ruins the sponges. i had to return mine but wasn't happy about it. the solution that i found came to me after i had already sent the buffer back. spta makes a 5-inch backing plate with an additional interface plate of about a centimeter thickness which would have easily solved my problem of the overheated plate. it won't stop the heat from being produced, but it might stop the damage. if i decide to buy this buffer again, i'll include the new plates with my order because i was so impressed with its initial performance.

I am a professional paint corrector and detailer who alsio does body work. For what this is i have to give it 5 stars. this is my third one . My other two i had for four years with no issues and were used and abused on a daily basis. They were stolen otherwise i would not be buying more. so now that i am replacing all of my tools that were stolen. I am not spending a fortune like i did on my rupes, and flex polishers not when this brand and other knock off brands are just as good and sometimes a lot better. I have had the porter cable. Thist definitely has more power. I use this for my nano skins clay bar pads and sanding paint off of cars. It has a 9mm throw which is great for that. I have every range of throw in da tools. Each diameter of throw has its specific use. I have all three models of hyet polishers they are extremely well made. My list of D/A s. and rotarys that i use daily are Dynablade 3 and 5 mm air powered D/ As , a right angle bauer drill that i use extensions and 1 2 and 3 inch pads with. And several 1 2 3 inch air powered d\a. From hf, northern tool and ebay. A 1990 Milwaukee rotary my first from when i sixteen. 2 old Mkitas. I replaced my whole arsenal for a fraction of the price of what i had spent originally. I will put hyet polishers up against any big name brand. More expsenive is not better. Especially when a 100 dollar 21mm out performs the 400 dollar one. I know i had both. The only thing i have a complaint about is with 21 and having to seat and reseat the backing plate to get level so it doesnt vibrate and wobble. But once its dialed in its a beast and i love it. Like

Arrived within the estimated time, packaging arrived damaged but product intact. the machine is well balanced with minimal vibration and low noise. the machine got hot in one area very quickly maybe because it's new and needs to used a few times. I was able to polish an 18" x 18" area in one and a half minutes which previously took 8 minutes this enabled me to wash, clay, polish and wax my SUV in 41/2 hours which previously done by hand took me 12 hours of grinding work. The time saved was worth the purchase price.

I have not regretted one black cent spent on this beauty, she spun the life back into paint jobs time and time again beautiful product. still go strong!