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SuzukiGS750EZ

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Does anybody own one? I just got gifted one and i'm wondering what accessories/attachments i should buy for it for general household repairs and such. I see they make a sort of circular saw attachment, is it worth it? I'd like to get a flush cut attachment as well. I already have the cut off wheel attachment.
 
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Me too! :p lol. What i can say about it if you haven't actually handled one is it's like a dremel on steroids and feels VERY sturdy. I'm actually thinking i may just ditch my dremel (out of my toolbox) and use the dremel for wood carving and such. It had been my cut off wheel of choice since i don't cut anything too thick, but it's nice to have the large cut off wheels on this like i would using a cut off wheel at work. I wonder if they sell a sanding attachment that would fit this. They have a chart of compatible attachments on their website but i'm wondering what bits, wheels and other attachments besides the ones on the chart will fit. I'm also wondering if the DM4-10 is able to cut plywood and such. Any insight would be awesome! I'll be lending it to someone while they remodel their home so i'd like to get all i can to make life easier.
 

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I have had a Rotozip for a number of years. I have used it a lot for remodeling work. If you are up high on a ladder it is a particularly good tool that is light weight and easy to handle. The abrasive cutoff attachment is particularly useful for cutting small cross sections of metal.

In more recent years I have acquired a multi tool for sheet rock and wood trimming. Light weight and easy to handle in fairly tight places. The multi tool can be a little easier to control for finish work. I don't reach for my Rotozip as much anymore.
 
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bushmechanic

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I have a very old model, and what I can say about the idea is it's like a Dremel with a router motor. You'd best get the hang of the thing before you go using it.
 
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SuzukiGS750EZ

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I have had a Rotozip for a number of years. I have used it a lot for remodeling work. If you are up high on a ladder it is a particularly good tool that is light weight and easy to handle. The abrasive cutoff attachment is particularly useful for cutting small cross sections of metal.

In more recent years I have acquired a multi tool for sheet rock and wood trimming. Light weight and easy to handle in fairly tight places. The multi tool can be a little easier to control for finish work. I don't reach for my Rotozip as much anymore.
Do you mean like a flush cut tool?
 

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In more recent years I have acquired a multi tool for sheet rock and wood trimming. Light weight and easy to handle in fairly tight places. The multi tool can be a little easier to control for finish work. I don't reach for my Rotozip as much anymore.

This is my story with respect to a drawer of rotozips. But I am interested in the rotosaw.
 
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I've two Rotozips, an early one and a later one. Think of it as a small router, good for cutting-in around electrical boxes using the plunge function. I have one of the attachments which works well for small spaces and light material. Cutting-in for ceiling luminaires is very easy, I used it on an old plaster ceiling, and w/a helper using a shop vac nozzle, the amount of dust was minimal. I now have a surround to accomplish the same thing, but as I only work on things in my home, I don't need it much.

A Rotozip is a worthwhile tool to have and to use. I thought it was a foof-tool until I used one, and for what it can do, it's sturdy, works well w/a minimum of fuss, and it does have utility. If you use it, I think you will find it has a place in your tool inventory.

I don't think it's a replacement for a Dremel, but I've been able to use mine to make jobs easily-done that would take more work w/another tool.

I also have a multi-tool, and like it for what it can do, and a baseboard cutter, but since I don't do much flooring, it doesn't see much use.
 

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Bought a Roto-Zip back in 2001-2002. Used it to put in a couple outlets. That was the last time I used it. It came with a cut-off attachment. Never used that. I just think that I forget about even having it until something like this is brought up. LOL !!
 
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SuzukiGS750EZ

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I believe the one I have is the most current and capable model. I do remember when they came out, I right they were gimmicky.
 

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Does anybody own one? I just got gifted one and i'm wondering what accessories/attachments i should buy for it for general household repairs and such. I see they make a sort of circular saw attachment, is it worth it? I'd like to get a flush cut attachment as well. I already have the cut off wheel attachment.

I've found trying to use the spiral type drill bit attachments to cut sideways into wood is a very annoying task and doesn't work well with these. I just break the bits fairly soon and they don't cut wood much. Gimmicky for this. BUT, the same thing for cutting drywall is OK but does make a lot of dust. Best use for them is a cutoff type wheel, where they work. I now prefer an oscillating multitool for most drywall work and some wood cutting too on occasion. - Paul
 

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This thread reminded me I have a Roto-Zip. New, in the box, never opened.
I think it was a Christmas present from my wife. 8 or 9 years ago.

Subscribed for suggestions.
 

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I used one maybe 10 years ago in place of a pneumatic cutoff tool. Worked great. Can be a little bulky if you're working in tight places, but it sure can cut!
 
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