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 Biceps Builder | |
| Folks, this tool does the job. However, I did have to buy a cannister style breathing mask and have gone through two tyvek paint full body coveralls including paint hat. Dust goes everywhere my friends. And you shouldn't use it outside on a windy day. The disc does get clogged so I will try the torch recommendation to remove the paint that someone else mentioned. After purchasing the unit, mask and coveralls that make me look like a space alien to my nieghbors, I would definitely recommend renting scaffolding if you have any spare change left over. It is heavy to use and my biceps are definitely getting a workout. I can only use it for an hour or two before I have to quit for the day. Don't push yourself or the machine since it is unforgiving by gouging and leaving swirl marks. Plus since the machine is heavy, it can become dangerous to use when you get tired. But the device does work. I haven't found anything else out there that makes it easier except for chemical paint removers. But that'll cost you a million bucks to put chemicals all over your house. So the Porter Cable device will have to suffice for now unless someone else comes out with a better idea. For some reason I am starting to think more and more about vinyl siding. But then I realize that there isn't anymore money in the tree. | |
 Power Paint Remover saves the day..... | |
| Restoring a 1875 Victorian has a true challenge. The outside of our house is lap siding (1"x8") and has not painted for over 20 years. After using everthing possible to remove the old finish including sanding, scraping and sand blasting, I tried the Porter Cable 7403P Power Paint. After a little work and finally reading the limited directions, I was able to remove numerous layers of paint with minimal effort. The final finish was perfect to apply a good primer coat before the final finish. The Power Paint Remover saved the day. Things to consider using the 7403P. 1)If sanding lead based paint, wear proper breathing equipment. 2)Keep the rpm's of the 7403P low so that the paint does not melt on the sanding disk, which is difficult at to remove. 3)Take your time..the 7403P is slightly heavy and working over your head is difficult. This is componded if you are working off a ladder. With a little work, the 7403P is a very versitale piece of equipment and can handle a wide range of projects for both the professional and the amature. | |
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| I haven't used this tool, okay? I have needed to remove multiple layers of paint from window sills and a garage door before, and am looking to do so soon again for a different house. I am hoping to find a tool that can do paint removal better than what I've used so far. I thought I would post my experience here for others to learn from. I've used a torch, heat gun, belt sander, finishing sander, and an air-powered dual-action disc sander. I just wanted to post that if you want light weight, the air-powered dual-action sander isn't bad. Use 50-grit sticky discs and plenty of compressed air (6hp and 230V is probably better. I used 4hp/120V and paused to allow the compressor to catch up.) The torch makes for larger, less windblown rubbish, but is somewhat slower and when I got annoyed sometimes scorched the underlying wood. | |
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