RO 90 - is it worth it; vecturo update

[Charles Wilson]

Just a home owner/DIY guy. Refinishing window parts/repairing sashes and was looking at using my RO 150.  Sashes are going to need some work so I was going to sand down to bare wood after using infrared stripper.  Would a RO 90 fit the bill.  Like the idea of it being smaller and having delta attachment. Have an older CT 33 model vac that is non-hepa certified so I was thinking of buying an updated hepa vac (lead paint).  Was looking at the midi as it would be easier to move around but see if you can convince me that it might not be my best option. 

Vecturo update coming.  Was thinking of doing this or a Fein as they seem to be a handy tool to have.  Please advise.

Regards,
Chuck

 

[Rob Z]

Hey Chuck

I'm no longer in the remodeling biz but every time I think I will sell my RO90 because I don't need it any longer---I then find some small project to do and the RO90 fits just right in there to do the work.

I did sell all my larger CTs and bought one Mini to use, as you say, for ease of movement.  I don't go through enough bags to worry about the reduced capacity so for me it works just fine.

 

[MrToolJunkie]

Just a home owner/DIY guy. Refinishing window parts/repairing sashes and was looking at using my RO 150.  Sashes are going to need some work so I was going to sand down to bare wood after using infrared stripper.  Would a RO 90 fit the bill.  Like the idea of it being smaller and having delta attachment. Have an older CT 33 model vac that is non-hepa certified so I was thinking of buying an updated hepa vac (lead paint).  Was looking at the midi as it would be easier to move around but see if you can convince me that it might not be my best option. 

Vecturo update coming.  Was thinking of doing this or a Fein as they seem to be a handy tool to have.  Please advise.

Regards,
Chuck

If it is lead paint I would be careful sanding and clean-up. Not sure I would want to tackle that kind of project.

RO90 is a great tool and really excels at window work - the three different edge protectors allow you to get close to the glass/glazing without damage and the delta head is a must in many situations. I do not think you can go wrong.

 

[Charles Wilson]

Just a home owner/DIY guy. Refinishing window parts/repairing sashes and was looking at using my RO 150.  Sashes are going to need some work so I was going to sand down to bare wood after using infrared stripper.  Would a RO 90 fit the bill.  Like the idea of it being smaller and having delta attachment. Have an older CT 33 model vac that is non-hepa certified so I was thinking of buying an updated hepa vac (lead paint).  Was looking at the midi as it would be easier to move around but see if you can convince me that it might not be my best option. 

Vecturo update coming.  Was thinking of doing this or a Fein as they seem to be a handy tool to have.  Please advise.

Regards,
Chuck

If it is lead paint I would be careful sanding and clean-up. Not sure I would want to tackle that kind of project.

RO90 is a great tool and really excels at window work - the three different edge protectors allow you to get close to the glass/glazing without damage and the delta head is a must in many situations. I do not think you can go wrong.

Going to use an infrared stripper/or chemical to take the paint off then sand.  Infrared stripper has worked well thus far.  Doesn’t heat paint to a level where lead becomes airborne and the chemical I use encapsulates the lead.  Glazing will have to be removed and am going to replace broken glass and replace with wavy glass.  Using Sarco glaze.

DIY/Homeowner project.

 

[MrToolJunkie]

I think that the RO90 would be great in this application or the DTS400.

 

[Jiggy Joiner]

RO90 Or the DTS400 will be fine.
As for the Vecturo cordless, it’s more or less the same machine as a cordless Fein Starlock Supercut. The Vecturo is actually made by Fein.
The accessories for the 18v Vecturo, also fit the 18 v Starlock Supercut.

There really is nothing between the two machines, it’s down to preference or whether you have Festool or Fein batteries. I went with the Fein Supercut, as I have a few Fein batteries, plus the fact I got a good deal on the anniversary set, which comes in two Systainers.

 

[Sanderxpander]

The RO 90 will do a great job for your described use case. Just don't expect to enjoy handling it.

 

[jarbroen]

If you like your RO 150 I'm pretty sure you'll like using the 90.
I've had the 150 for a while and am still blown away how quickly I can get sanding done.  Saves me so much time and does an excellent job.

I just picked up the 90 and I find it also works super fast - just on a much smaller scale. 
And it actually seems easier to control than the 150.  The 150 has more weight and surface area to smooth out the action, but the 90 is so much easier to get a good grip on.  The handle size and position makes it easier for me to position my hands and have good control.

 

[Tim Brennan]

I did this exact same job with an infrared heater I hired and a dts 400 with a ctl 26.

Ctl 26 not the easiest to get up the scaffold tower so I lifted it in two halves. There was an optional arm to hold the heater which is definitely the way to go because without it it’s tedious and inefficient.