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What is a good buffer?

 

DeWalt 9" or 12" right angle grinder (really), the 12" is called a sander though!

 

Do buffers hurt the paint? I understand if you left it in once spot for a long periods of time, but is it good for the paint if your just lazy and don't want to rub to get the wax off?

 

Use only foam pads on clear coats. Do not use wool bonnets.

See www.griotsgarage.com for a nice Porter Cable unit. I am getting this one for spring cleanup on my 2 black vehicles.

 

I have the Porter Cable. It's a great unit, and I'm totally satisified. I can now wax my entire Expedition in 45 minutes (using Liquid Glass of course).

It makes the wax much easier to remove, and uses less product.

I boought mine from:
http://www.coastaltool.com/cgi-bin/S...bf4+1006425880

It's only $115

 

As far as paint damage goes, there are two types of buffers/polishers. The first is the orbital. This is used mostly for wax application and is the most common type. These are very easy to use. The second type is the high speed buffer. These are the ones that are similar to drills. These are usually used to remove oxidation, acid rain, etc from paint. These CAN damage the paint of the wrong pad, wrong buffing compound is used, or they are held on the paint in one spot for too long.
For everyday, easy use, get an orbital. They work great and save LOTS of time and elbow grease!!!

 

I want a high speed buffer because I plan on using it to buff metal.

They can be used to apply wax though? Right?

What kind of pad do i need to get for one?

And can you recomend a good high speed buffer? I was looking at the Makita 7"/9" Polisher 0-3000 RPM

 

Intel486. Using a high speed rotary polisher to apply wax is really not a good idea, it's sure to leave swirls.
You really need a "random orbital" polisher for that.

 

So its better to apply by hand and use the buffer to take it off?

 

Mask off rubber and plastic,

$25.00 10" orbital to apply wax/polish (liquid) with new terrycloth applicator,

remove masking tape,

remove polish/wax by hand with all cotton bath towels,

Enjoy.

 

Rather than going through the hassle of masking off the trim (and having my neighbors think I'm goofy ), I just apply Mother's Back to Black before waxing. That way, if any wax gets on the trim, it doesn't stick, and buffs right off. Plus, the trim looks great too.

I stick by the Porter Cable buffer. It's a quality tool and adjustable RPM (from 3-6K). I had a $50 Craftsman polisker and it wasn't nearly as good.

 

Try Zainobros.com or Meguiars.com for good info on correct use of buffers without damage to paint.

 

When I detailed cars many years ago, we normally used the high speed buffers to remove and oxidation, acid rain marks, etc, basically to get the surface clean and smooth, and then we used an orbital to apply the wax. High speed buffers are not good for applying wax. I use an orbital at home now. I try to keep up on the waxing throughout the year. Although, i need to buy a new one myself. I had one for the past 8 years or so and it broke last time I did my Lightning. But, I definately got my moneys worth out of it.