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Would you say the Orbot would be a good substitute for the Hot Rod Makita on a stick?


People still continue to ask me about that thing
 

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I have one it sits in my truck. Seldom get it out maybe I should. Sounds like an electric drill. But it sure buzzes thru furniture either for agitation or a quick shampoo.
Wait...you shampoo? I thought shampoo was a curse word to you. My world is falling apart.
 
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May God forgive me, I agree with Jimmy on what he had to say.

I DID put a "like" on Damon's post, however, that was for what he said, not in reference to the equipment displayed.

Jimmy reinforced what I meant.

I don't expect Hogjowl to understand this. :winky: :marty:

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I want to buy an Orbot Micro for upholstery cleaning but I am concerned about the size and weight. I visited all my local suppliers and no one has it in stock

Does any one here owns one?

Any input will be appreciated
Thanks
Love mine. Use it daily for upholstery. It works great. I run it with one hand and a spray bottle in the other.
 

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I find that I can use either the Cyclo/HOS Mini Orbot & the Makita in one hand.

But I don't have a trigger sprayer in the other.

I pre-spray first, then use the tool to agitate, my other hand stretches the fabric to flatten out creases, ovelays, etc; to get a uniform clean.

The Cyclo type machine is very low on start up torque compared to the Makita, so low, that it's no problem.

However, I still hold both machine off of the fabric when starting, then lower to agitate.

It's also lighter & easier to handle, although I have no problems with either, ( & NO carpet tunnel syndrome either ).

Some may say they are heavy tools, BUT, you are resting them on the fabric & merely guiding them across the fabric, NOT holding them in the air trying to do the work.

Once one becomes used to using them, they are a joy to behold.

Trust me, my names not ????? :stir:

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Now that I've officially turned 74, I'm looking at purchasing a new Orbot Micro for semi retirement, ( the new blue machine in 220/240 volt ).

Is it possible to purchase one from the USA direct. ??

Cheers,

Shorty.
 

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DON'T EVER! No where is it stated we are required to! 🙂

You are an inspiration Shorty! Keep it up! 😎


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Regurgitating an old post on the Micro Orbot.

A couple of years ago, I was under the impression that the produced a variable speed model.

However, I've not seen it advertised since.

I had a disagreement with the Australian distributor so can't get an answer from him, let alone a decent price.

IF he would sell me one.

So, my question is, does Orbot manufacture the Micro in variable speed, &, if so, is it available in 220/240 volt?

Thanks for putting up with me for so long.

Yes Richard & DAT (?), I'm still doing it.

Cheers all, from the short, round, mound of sound, from up top, down under.

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Regurgitating an old post on the Micro Orbot.

A couple of years ago, I was under the impression that the produced a variable speed model.

However, I've not seen it advertised since.

I had a disagreement with the Australian distributor so can't get an answer from him, let alone a decent price.

IF he would sell me one.

So, my question is, does Orbot manufacture the Micro in variable speed, &, if so, is it available in 220/240 volt?

Thanks for putting up with me for so long.

Yes Richard & DAT (?), I'm still doing it.

Cheers all, from the short, round, mound of sound, from up top, down under.

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I don't see a variable speed version on the older versions of their website

but

there is a variable speed version of the cyclo polisher so maybe. It looks to be discontinued.
 
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I don't see a variable speed version on the older versions of their website

but

there is a variable speed version of the cyclo polisher so maybe. It looks to be discontinued.
Thanks Fred,
I was unable to find the variable speed model.
Looks like I keep my "Old Reliable" until it, or I, cark it.
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Here are a couple of alternatives...
1. The Rota Brush attached to a standard drill.
2. Or possibly the Drill Driver with an 8" Microfiber Glide microfiber bonnet.
(Links below)



 
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this is the one that made me think their might have been a micro variable speed

 
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this is the one that made me think their might have been a micro variable speed

Thanks Fred, I can see that it does have the speed adjuster, but the one that I saw had a more streamlined body in blue.
My guess is that it didn't work out & was discontinued.
At this point in time, I can't see the need for a new one now as I get ready to retire.
Looks like I won't make it to Ray (Rambo) Moody's age of retirement on the tools. :winky:
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