Hutchins 'Water Bug'

[red vette mike]

The Hutchins "Water Bug III" is an air power sander that lets you do 'wet sanding' with a machine rather than by hand (a real hard job). Have any of you folks used this tool? It ain't cheap at $230+/- but I think the brand is real good. Looks like it would save a world of laor. Any users?
Thanks,
Mike

 

[bobbyd]

I'm no body and paint expert, but wouldn't an air powered wet sander be a little aggressive?

 

[62wagon]

The Hutchins "Water Bug III" is an air power sander that lets you do 'wet sanding' with a machine rather than by hand (a real hard job). Have any of you folks used this tool? It ain't cheap at $230+/- but I think the brand is real good. Looks like it would save a world of laor. Any users?
Thanks,
Mike

Mike - I have one. It works really well in certain situations. What I mean is if you are doing work in a body shop where speed is a concern on say an insurance job, I think it is terrific. If you are doing custom high-end work, then I think by hand is the best way. It is definately a time saver if that is what you are after. Hope this helps.

Mark

 

[red vette mike]

Mark: That does help. I put my question up on www.garage forum.com and those folks are telling me basically the same as you.
Thanks,
Mike