Excellent Makita BO6040 6.6 Amp 6-Inch Random Orbit Variable Speed Sander Follow-up after repairsBy Jon PrestonFrom my earlier review, you will recall that I had problems with the hook & loop sanding pad and the rotation mode of sanding. I received the unit back from the Columbus, Ohio regional service center (after more than twice the quoted repair time) and the rotation feature broke again within 30 seconds of my first use on some poplar trim. At this point I am quite dissatisfied with this product and Makita as well. This sander cost about twice what comparable products without the rotation plus random orbit mode cost, and it is essentially a very heavy, bulky and expensive 6" random orbit sander. The regional service center promises to get it right this time, but to be truthful, it was defective from the start. I attempted to contact Makita (in California) but met with only automated phone systems and a long distance bill. It will be the last tool I ever purchase from Makita for my small cabinet shop.See all 6 customer reviews... » More Information about Makita BO6040 6.6 Amp 6-Inch Random Orbit Variable Speed Sander.Sunday, June 26, 2011
Makita BO6040
Excellent Makita BO6040 6.6 Amp 6-Inch Random Orbit Variable Speed Sander Follow-up after repairsBy Jon PrestonFrom my earlier review, you will recall that I had problems with the hook & loop sanding pad and the rotation mode of sanding. I received the unit back from the Columbus, Ohio regional service center (after more than twice the quoted repair time) and the rotation feature broke again within 30 seconds of my first use on some poplar trim. At this point I am quite dissatisfied with this product and Makita as well. This sander cost about twice what comparable products without the rotation plus random orbit mode cost, and it is essentially a very heavy, bulky and expensive 6" random orbit sander. The regional service center promises to get it right this time, but to be truthful, it was defective from the start. I attempted to contact Makita (in California) but met with only automated phone systems and a long distance bill. It will be the last tool I ever purchase from Makita for my small cabinet shop.See all 6 customer reviews... » More Information about Makita BO6040 6.6 Amp 6-Inch Random Orbit Variable Speed Sander.
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