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larrykhome

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Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« on: November 18, 2008, 01:07:39 AM »
I am ready to buy my first spinner and don't want to buy one that turns out bad. What HP? Will a built in splash guard(Donkee) work better than a tub? Are 2 speeds really necessary? Any brands good or bad? I have worked my average up from 160 to 200 and want to keep improving with better ball understanding and modification. Thanks for any inputs.
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Raven829

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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #1 on: November 18, 2008, 09:25:19 AM »
Vertex 1/2HP.  One of my best bowling investments ever.  If something does (unlikely) go wrong with it, Vertex is wonderful to deal with...they will fix it, at their expense shipping-wise, with zero hassle.  I've had mine for a few years and it works wonderfully.  

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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #2 on: November 18, 2008, 09:33:09 AM »
this is my second year with the vertex 1/2 HP works great no problems knock on wood
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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #3 on: November 18, 2008, 09:53:28 AM »
1/2 vertex.....had one for 1 1/2 years now......no issues.....works great. Get the foot petal though, it really comes in handy!!
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keeones23

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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #4 on: November 18, 2008, 10:14:49 AM »
proud owner of the vertex 1/2 hp.
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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #5 on: November 18, 2008, 02:19:51 PM »
besides price, how much of a difference is the 1/2HP and the 1/3HP

2nd, where can you find the best price?  what site? ebay? etc.?

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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #6 on: November 18, 2008, 02:47:14 PM »
buddies had and might still have the best price.

love my 1/2 hp vertex...

I was the only one i heard of that had a problem and it was with the turn on switch. lucky im an electrician and it was VERY easy to fix (didnt need to be an electrician to bend a tab lol)
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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #7 on: November 18, 2008, 02:53:03 PM »
We've had a vertex for 6 years now and the motor and cup are still going strong, we stand behind their products so much we sell them!

www.valentinobowling.com/spinners.html

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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #8 on: November 18, 2008, 03:53:22 PM »
Used a Vertex 1/3 hp single speed for 6+ years now. Great tool, no vibration, incredible service. Highest recommendation!!!!
Wanted to get 1/2 hp version but can't see any reason to do so.

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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #9 on: November 18, 2008, 04:09:05 PM »
I have a Donkee.  The thing can double as a painter shaker.

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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #10 on: November 18, 2008, 08:11:06 PM »
I did own a donkee spinner but the high speed was a bit to much. I sold it after two years and bought a 1/3 Vertex, light as heck and great on tournaments. I do not need a two speed spinner!
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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #11 on: November 18, 2008, 08:17:44 PM »
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Used a Vertex 1/3 hp single speed for 6+ years now. Great tool, no vibration, incredible service. Highest recommendation!!!!
Wanted to get 1/2 hp version but can't see any reason to do so.

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This is how I feel, I haven't owned mine nearly that long but I can accomplish anything I want and feel no need for a 2 speed spinner, my 1/3hp Vertex has been fantastic, no complaints whatsoever.
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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #12 on: November 18, 2008, 09:38:38 PM »
Get the 1/2 hp if you are going to do any heavy sanding or refinishing.If not get the 1/3 hp. I used to sell the Vertex spinners thru my online shop and had absolutely no complaints. The people that own the company are easy to do business and will stand behind what they sell.
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lenstanles703

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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #13 on: November 19, 2008, 04:52:21 AM »
I have a Donkee for at least 5 years. No complaints, it is great having the splash guard if you do a lot of refinishing. Get the foot pedal its worth it, very handy. If you need a part for the spinner they ship it out very fast. I like the 2 speed you can get a very high polish with it. I made a table for it to sit on with a bucket underneath. It has a drain out the bottom for water to run out.If you can swing it get the higher HP.
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Re: Ball Spinner Advice Needed
« Reply #14 on: November 19, 2008, 11:53:40 AM »
Another vote for the 1/2 HP Vertex, mine sits in a 73 gallon plastic tub with a lid from a Target store, it's been 2 years now and works flawlessly.
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