Hey guys, been reading over all the posts i could about DAs as ive been considering getting one, but still have a few questions.... one, does anyone know of a good guide about how to use, etc, and everything about them. second, i know that autogeeks has a few kits that comes with extra pads and other stuff, but what all else would you recommend for a beginer?
For just starting out I would say:
4 polishing pads, 3 finishing pads.
Lots of microfiber towels
clay bar
cleaner polish(es)
glaze
synthetic wax/ sealant
carnauba wax
Choosing those is really an opinion type thing.. Just try to stick with the products you pick, and get used to how each one works.
Technique is more important than product, remember that.
Also, I honestly recommend the Meguiars pads over the LC pads. A lot of folks think the LC pads are a little better, but I think its much easier to pick between 2 pads (can't use cutting pad with a DA) than 5 or 6.
That's all up to you though.. Good luck!
One more thing- The key to using the DA is PATIENCE!!!! It's a great little machine and can accomplish many things, but it won't do it overnight. Don't get frustrated if you aren't getting the results you want at first. Take a break, try to figure out the problem, and give it another go.
One more thing- The key to using the DA is PATIENCE!!!! It's a great little machine and can accomplish many things, but it won't do it overnight. Don't get frustrated if you aren't getting the results you want at first. Take a break, try to figure out the problem, and give it another go.
This is very true. I've only had mine for a little over 6 months and each time I use it the results take a step forward. I can get the results from a single step cleaner/wax with the da now than I could in the past using a ton of time and a 3 step process and the 3 step with da just keeps blowing me away.
athill, you can remove product with the DA and a bonnet, however it's not really advised.
One problem with removing product with a bonnet is that the bonnet can become loaded up quickly and you won't be able to remove product as cleanly as you can with just a towel by hand. The other drawback with using bonnets is that if you pick up a stray particle (sand, dirt, etc) then it is going to be moved across your paint much more than if you were doing it by hand, and possibly cause some ugly swirling or marring. With a towel you can flip it, fold it, etc to prevent that from happening.
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