Would you buy a refurbished PC to save ~ $60?

only if it comes or you can get an extended warranty.

i would, with computers refurb means the parts are original except for the one that gave them problems in the first place, which has been replaced. as a computer builder i can tell you that a refurb wont be ANY less reliable than a new computer.

(you are in the wrong forum)

I'm pretty sure he's talking about a Porter Cable polisher. But good advice for computer buying. :)

Personally, no. That is just me.

Yeah, I would.

Would I buy a refurbished rotary? No.

Would you buy a refurbished PC to save ~ $60?

save $60 over what price? I think I've seen them online for $109 shipped. I personally bought mine dirt cheap and in a bundle with a bunch of pads and polishes from another forumer who purchased it and never had time to use it.

i would, with computers refurb means the parts are original except for the one that gave them problems in the first place, which has been replaced. as a computer builder i can tell you that a refurb wont be ANY less reliable than a new computer.

(you are in the wrong forum)


lmao...maybe you are in the wrong forum.......:lol

lmao...maybe you are in the wrong forum.......:lol

im an idiot...its the computer building genes :banghead:

i would, with computers refurb means the parts are original except for the one that gave them problems in the first place, which has been replaced. as a computer builder i can tell you that a refurb wont be ANY less reliable than a new computer.

(you are in the wrong forum)

Boy, you really don't believe in random orbitals, do you? :stickoutt

The vast majority of refurbs in consumer products are one of two things:

A) An open-box, non-defective return that can't be sold as new. Tested for function and sold as refurb.
B) A defective return/warranty exchange that is repaired to new spec. (but not necessarily cosmetically) , tested for function and sold as refurb.

Very often, refurbished products carry a reduced warranty (usually 90 days). This is mainly for limited financial liability rather than quality concerns.

You can find new Porter Cables for $99-$109, so you have to be talking pretty cheap to save $60 off a new one.

get a rotary. pc is ftl

get a rotary. pc is ftl

...and send the bill to Captain Confidence when you experience the learning curve that comes with a rotary... :rolleyes

I think enough of the experienced detailers (including professionals) here would tell you that inexperienced hands should likely hold a random orbital.

Buy what you want, but the kid pushing you toward the orbital is likely the least qualified person on this thread to give advice IMHO.

i'm not saying just get a rotary and have at it. get a panel from a junkyard or a friend with an old beater car and practise. the results you can get with a rotary will be so much better than what can be achieved with a random orbital. judging by the post above me, he's never used a rotary before.

I would it's an electric motor all there really is to wear is bearings and brushes and those are replaced when the unit is refurbed.