What type of buffing machine is better?

[Moose]

Originally Posted by ffrcobra_65

PC DA and you won't have to worry about burning your paint! I spoke to several detail pros and they all hands down, recommended, Porter Cable.

p.c. #7424

fyi, Porter Cable is coming out with an improved model of the 7424.

[Darth_Emma]

Get the porter cable 7424xl. You can get it with pads at adamspolishes.com
If you use the coupon code JUNKMAN you'll get 10% off. I'm ordering mine this week.

[IBM 2SS]

I have heard the Porter Cable is good, do you need to be careful on the edges or creases of the paint?

[Junkman2008]

Originally Posted by IBM 2SS

I have heard the Porter Cable is good, do you need to be careful on the edges or creases of the paint?

Watch the videos in this thread and answer that question for yourself.

[IBM 2SS]

Originally Posted by Junkman2008

Watch the videos in this thread and answer that question for yourself.

Thanks, I saw a show on the weekend that showed the Porter Cable and they said it was a very safe machine because of the clutch. They did a demo on the hood of a car, wasn't sure if you polished the edge of a fender if you had to be really careful, or leave it to the pros.

[Junkman2008]

Originally Posted by IBM 2SS

Thanks, I saw a show on the weekend that showed the Porter Cable and they said it was a very safe machine because of the clutch. They did a demo on the hood of a car, wasn't sure if you polished the edge of a fender if you had to be really careful, or leave it to the pros.

You won't have any issues unless you get a wool pad and some super-duper harsh polish, turn the thing up to 6 and lay on it. Then you'll have some issues!

[Bobtorious]

Question about using a random orbital buffer for polishing. I have a random orbital buffer that I got from Walmart, it's fairly cheap, but seems to work well. My question is, do you just put the product (ie polish or wax) directly on the pad, or do you use the correct "shower cap" that goes over the pad depending on the job your doing?

I've watched the Junkman's detailing videos (props Junkman, those videos are GREAT) and he uses actual polishing pads for doing the polishing, and the same for waxing. What would you recommend for best results?

On my old ride (an '06 Charger R/T) I used the shower caps, but I don't know if I got the best results possible, especially in the polishing department.

[Junkman2008]

Originally Posted by Bobtorious

Question about using a random orbital buffer for polishing. I have a random orbital buffer that I got from Walmart, it's fairly cheap, but seems to work well. My question is, do you just put the product (ie polish or wax) directly on the pad, or do you use the correct "shower cap" that goes over the pad depending on the job your doing?

I've watched the Junkman's detailing videos (props Junkman, those videos are GREAT) and he uses actual polishing pads for doing the polishing, and the same for waxing. What would you recommend for best results?

On my old ride (an '06 Charger R/T) I used the shower caps, but I don't know if I got the best results possible, especially in the polishing department.

Dude! I would chuck that thing along with the bonnets in the first garbage can I could locate! There is no possible way that you can get the results that you see in my videos with that thing. If you truly want some outstanding results, you have got to step up to a real tool made to give those kinds of results. The PC and pads should be your next move. Arming yourself with the correct tools is the first step in getting your paint to bling.

[hot_rod]

Dual Action is the way to go and there is lots of information out there. A few links where you can learn more about how and what tools / products to use.

http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums/index.php

http://www.autopia.org/forum/index.php

Both links have forums on machine polishing / dual action and a whole lot more....

[Bobtorious]

Originally Posted by Junkman2008

Dude! I would chuck that thing along with the bonnets in the first garbage can I could locate! There is no possible way that you can get the results that you see in my videos with that thing. If you truly want some outstanding results, you have got to step up to a real tool made to give those kinds of results. The PC and pads should be your next move. Arming yourself with the correct tools is the first step in getting your paint to bling.

Alrighty good sir! That's what I needed to here. I will find the nearest trash can and dispose of this "tool" appropriately!

Originally Posted by hot_rod

Dual Action is the way to go and there is lots of information out there. A few links where you can learn more about how and what tools / products to use.

http://www.meguiarsonline.com/forums/index.php

http://www.autopia.org/forum/index.php

Both links have forums on machine polishing / dual action and a whole lot more....

I will check these out too! We will be successful in Mission: Blind that eye with that shine!

[hot_rod]

>>>Blind that eye with that shine!

Very good grasshopper,

now you are learning the way of Camaro5

[Junkman2008]

If you want some more "layman's" types of videos, check out my little corner of Adam's Forums. I break it down in an easy to follow, no big words method. I'm surprised that you haven't stumbled across my threads here at Camaro5. They're all over the place. All of the questions that you have, have been asked by someone else already. There is a plethora of good info right on this fourm.

[Bobtorious]

Originally Posted by Junkman2008

If you want some more "layman's" types of videos, check out my little corner of Adam's Forums. I break it down in an easy to follow, no big words method. I'm surprised that you haven't stumbled across my threads here at Camaro5. They're all over the place. All of the questions that you have, have been asked by someone else already. There is a plethora of good info right on this fourm.

This is one great source of information. Thanks Junkman!

[jsharp]

I know the PC is popular and I am about convinced to buy it but one more thing. People tell you not to buff your car too much or your damaging clear depth. So with this said how true is this and how often would be ok and safe to buff a new car and recommended?