Lets talk about Die Grinders

[speed racer]

Well after some careful reading and past experience with my POS harbor freight die grinder I'm in the market for something that has a variable speed and will be light enough to do some detailed/precise port and polishing. There's one problem...I don't have an air compressor. So it has to be electric.

Like to get an idea of what die grinders people have used and what you recommend?

[Greeny]

Makita makes a pretty decent electric die grinder.

[speed racer]

I found that Makita Variable speed Grinder. Its pretty pricey. Are there any other one's out there?

[Matt93SE]

Check some of the equipment on Eastwood.com's website.

they make attachments that fit onto a bench grinder and some things like that.


IMO, you'd be better off saving up some bucks and buy an air compressor and air die grinder. you'll then have the ability to use other air tools as well. impacts, sanders, ratchets, etc.

I can't tell you how valuable a good air compressor really is.


Then again, that's assuming you have a garage and space for one. probably don't want a big 60 gallon 7hp compressor like mine if you live in an apartment complex!

[Puppetmaster]

Originally Posted by Matt93SE

IMO, you'd be better off saving up some bucks and buy an air compressor and air die grinder. you'll then have the ability to use other air tools as well. impacts, sanders, ratchets, etc.

I never wanted to agree with this, but I'm seeing the light. I've been in the market for a die grinder too, but also a cordless impact, so the compressor idea is making more and more sense. Plus it would be really nice to have an air ratchet. Just need to figure out the smallest compressor to fit my needs, while still getting some decent power.

But on the original topic, the Makitas look to be the most popular on most sites that I've been on.

[speed racer]

Yea, the air compressor is a plus. I don't have a garage, but I have options where I may be able to store it at a family members house.

[speed racer]

Say I wanted to go with an air grinder, which one is preferable for port and polish jobs. I want to get that blend where its light and I can use a variable speed for precision.

[Birken Vogt]

A lot of air compressors will last a decent long time even in the direct rain and if you get an el cheapo, who cares but it sure expands your tool selection.

Birken

[OH6 G35]

B & D makes a really nice unit.
Spins at 25k.

[knight_yyz]

air for the win, and a dotco grinder