What sander type do I need?

[Richardgregory]

I'm thinking of repainting my cab....what is the best type of sander I should use?  Ie.  Palm sander?

[Generic Eric]

random orbital sander.  Prices range from $29.99 to $159.99 on amazon.com

[Richardgregory]

Ok thanks. Any recommendations for a decent one that will capture dust nicely?  I don't want sawdust or old paint residue all over the place.

[Generic Eric]

Ok thanks. Any recommendations for a decent one that will capture dust nicely?  I don't want sawdust or old paint residue all over the place.

I didn't find mine, but I can look tomorrow. It had a little canvas sack.  Or, I bet you could connect it to a vacuum system.  YMMV.  I'll updated this post when I find my sander. 

[shponglefan]

I have a DeWalt orbital sander.  It's been fantastic so far at keeping dust to a minimum.

[Generic Eric]

I have a DeWalt orbital sander.  It's been fantastic so far at keeping dust to a minimum.

Word

I've only bought one.  It is working well. Haven't bought another to compare.  :shrug: YMMV

[kahlid74]

Most orbital sanders have holes that allow the majority of dust to move through the piping system and into either a compartment or a vacuum hose.  It's a huge plus if you want to keep dust to a minimum versus a mouse sander or belt sander.

I have a Bosch orbital sander with a removable compartment that I attach the vacuum hose to.  Works fantastic.

[Malenko]

Most orbital sanders have holes that allow the majority of dust to move through the piping system and into either a compartment or a vacuum hose.  It's a huge plus if you want to keep dust to a minimum versus a mouse sander or belt sander.

I have a Bosch orbital sander with a removable compartment that I attach the vacuum hose to.  Works fantastic.

I have a dewalt and I do the exact same thing.  If you dont hook up a vacuum or shop vac to where the dust bag attaches, the primary thing to remember is to clean that bag out after every use, no matter how brief.

[Richardgregory]

Thanks guys!  So assuming I don't use a vacuum would there be much dust from using the built in bag?  Reason why I ask is because the cab is on the main floor and if there's going to be lots of dust I'll be in trouble 

[Generic Eric]

Thanks guys!  So assuming I don't use a vacuum would there be much dust from using the built in bag?  Reason why I ask is because the cab is on the main floor and if there's going to be lots of dust I'll be in trouble 

Dust um...uh finds a way.

[shponglefan]

Thanks guys!  So assuming I don't use a vacuum would there be much dust from using the built in bag?  Reason why I ask is because the cab is on the main floor and if there's going to be lots of dust I'll be in trouble 

Not much.  I mostly use mine with just the bag and there is very little dust output.

[jennifer]

     You don't want to sand fresh putty with a vacuum setup, The dust will harden in your vacuum and turn it to junk... A long flat bar Is nice for keeping things flat and strait in the early stages of cab repair.

[jamescaxton]

I bought one .that working very well