Can I use my DeWalt DW849 Buffer on Wheels?

[SilverFocusZX3]

Hello everyone,

I am a noob here and to metal polishing but a huge auto enthusiast who has to know how to do everything himself haha. My question is I have a DeWalt DW849 Buffer that will reach speeds of 3000 rpms and was wondering if there is a way I could use this to polish my Aluminum wheels back up.



This is what I have now I was wondering if there is a way to use this and attach buffing wheels to it? One of the problems I see right now is that it uses a 5/8" spindle thread. Any help would be greatly appreciated I have tried searching but have had no luck right now.

The Specifications for these is:
Amps 8.0 AC Amps
Max Watts Out 1,400 W
No Load Speed 0-1,000/0-3,000 rpm
Spindle Thread 5/8"-11
Spindle Lock Yes
Tool Length 17.3 "
Tool Weight 8.25 lbs

[mpierich]

3,000 is a good rpm. You might be able to use the edges of regular buffing wheels as sold on here. They have 5/8" bore (among others) but you shaft might not be long enough to accept one with a nut to hold it on.

BTW, shouldn't go much over 4" diameter wheel or it'll get away from you...

[mcaswell]

This adapter will help you out:

http://www.caswellplating.com/buffs/grinderadapter.html

[SilverFocusZX3]

Originally Posted by caswell

This adapter will help you out:

http://www.caswellplating.com/buffs/grinderadapter.html

Wow I been looking through your online catalog for something like this and never saw that. Thank you very much for the link. Do you also think that a 4" Diameter is the most I should use and remember I am a beginner to metal polishing.

Also, must saw awesome customer service so far hopefully I can place an order tonight.

[rides20]

HELL YEAH!!!! I have that polisher AND adaptor and that's what I used entirely on the R1 wheels I did! It's perfect. Just be careful when it grabs...that adaptor can do huge damage!

[pickleboy]

Originally Posted by caswell

This adapter will help you out:

http://www.caswellplating.com/buffs/grinderadapter.html

that adapter and a 4.5" grinder is a wonderful tool that i am using the heck out of right now to polish a stainless tool box for a diesel truck. i use 6" wheels and it is the whip.

[berndog]

Thats what I use with 10" vented airway wheels,no adapter & i do all wheels with that machine

[chaotik]

when using that adaptor or anything like it (especially when i do drive rims on a semi), I slip a piece of rubber heater hose (with just a big enough inside diameter) over it to protect the surface I am working on.

Dragging that thing on your piece will cause some damage.

MIKE

[alabama_lowlife]

can you put more than one wheel on that adapter?

[pickleboy]

Originally Posted by alabama_lowlife

can you put more than one wheel on that adapter?

you can if you supply a longer bolt. it is a standard 1/2-20 thread i think.