sander advice??

[Water Rat]

Andrew,
I agree with Finestkind. I have the Fein 6" sander with the Fein vac. I also have the Fein detail sander. High quality tools and I have been very happy with them (better be for the price). That said, I have seen the Festool snader/vac combo. and from what I have heard, most like it better than the Fein, but don't think you could go wrong either way. Also, I bought mine on-line from the Tool Crib. One last thought, in case youu need to do some very rough sanding, I have only found down to 80 grit for the special pattern the Fein 6" requires. Good luck.