big_pete
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Lesser brands won't have the piff. It's better doing without than wasting money on a crap machine
Polisher Buying Guide?
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I know, @Davey@Procar was nearly gonna have to box one up for me yesterday, but having just bought a car a few hours earlier, it's tightened the wallet for a little while.
NickR
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Marc Leddy from Polished and Waxed sometimes sells used machines. Might be worth checking with him?
big_pete
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Just be very careful with warranty on those. AFAIK all warranty claims have to be handled by the seller so could make it a disaster
They are a well known company, It is a really good saving. Well its there for anyone who wants it
brocks
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That looks a cracking machine, nearly a replica on the Rupes machine, but, I've a Rupes LHR15 MkII for that job
It's the 3 inch machine I was looking to accompany it with. I may or may not be receiving an LHR75e tomorrow...
DPX Dual Action Polisher any good?
I have one of these. Great machine but i don't have the time or patience.
Comes like new with bag and a few samples and pads. Used once.
Buff Daddy PRO - DA-900 orbital machine polisher (DA), 880W - with backing plate, kit bag etc. UK PLUG 240V
Anyone interested pm me
Comes like new with bag and a few samples and pads. Used once.
Buff Daddy PRO - DA-900 orbital machine polisher (DA), 880W - with backing plate, kit bag etc. UK PLUG 240V
Anyone interested pm me
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Can you use a “buff” on unpainted plastic? My father in laws Digger is badly faded and I’ve been planning to hit it with t-cut, but was thinking today I could actually crack open the kit I got over a year ago and use it!
The arches are yellow plastic.
The arches are yellow plastic.
big_pete
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As in gel coat? Yes you can just make sure they aren't getting too hot
bora-gav
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What's everyone's go to combination other than megs 105 and 205?
big_pete
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What machine, pads and paintwork are you using it on?
Too many variables to consider, but 105/205 could cover 'most' jobs, along with variavle pad options.
I'm keen to try the newer 110/210 Meguiars offering.
bora-gav
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I have megs 105/205 and a das 6 pro with a selection of chemical guys hexlogic pads and megs microfiber ones on mainly vw paint so far.
Just wondering what everyone else go to setup?
I'm a complete novice at this And I'm aware it can be abit of a minefield but would like to try a selection of combinations over time so would like to know what works for you guys. Just curious
I'm a total novice at it too. What I have learned though, the rabbit hole is huge. Different people have their preferred brands of products and everyone will give you a different opinion. In truth, every product range has it's own strengths and weaknesses.
I've probably done about 6 or so cars. Merc, Ford, Honda, Audi, Mini and BMW. No 2 cars were the same and if I were to do each of them again, I'd probably do them all differently, but that's because I've learned more after each car I've tackled.
If you accept that you'll not get a perfect finish, if done to the best of your ability the car will be 'glossier' and as long as you follow the correct prep procedures and finish the job well, you not be unhappy. The continuation of your work comes in how you wash your car afterwards too. I've noticed light washing marks in my CRV since machine polishing it but it'll give me something to do this year.
I've probably done about 6 or so cars. Merc, Ford, Honda, Audi, Mini and BMW. No 2 cars were the same and if I were to do each of them again, I'd probably do them all differently, but that's because I've learned more after each car I've tackled.
If you accept that you'll not get a perfect finish, if done to the best of your ability the car will be 'glossier' and as long as you follow the correct prep procedures and finish the job well, you not be unhappy. The continuation of your work comes in how you wash your car afterwards too. I've noticed light washing marks in my CRV since machine polishing it but it'll give me something to do this year.
bora-gav
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Yes totally understand all of that and there are so many combinations of pads and products etc.
I have an ole runabout that I have done with megs 105/205 combination and it came up well that i was very happy with. Again just curious what everyone else chooses.
I know big Pete is going to reply by either scolding me or confusing me with his knowledge lol just joking.
Im sure experience speaks for alot of the end results people get. Im picking up stuff as i go along and wouldn't mind doing abit of trial and error with a few combinations
I have an ole runabout that I have done with megs 105/205 combination and it came up well that i was very happy with. Again just curious what everyone else chooses.
I know big Pete is going to reply by either scolding me or confusing me with his knowledge lol just joking.
Im sure experience speaks for alot of the end results people get. Im picking up stuff as i go along and wouldn't mind doing abit of trial and error with a few combinations
big_pete
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Your machine is probably your biggest weakspot in tackling VW paint. It's capable of doing it but you will be really putting the hours in.
Paint correction though is more about technique than anything though and that's something you will finesse with experience. It's actually good practice when you are learning to stick with a polish and pad combo and really learn and observe how your technique has an impact.
So I'd say stick with what you are using for now as swapping products etc at the beginning stages only muddies the waters and will hinder your development.
3 of my guys all started with me with no experience whatsoever and usually within 2 years I will have them at the highest of standards so factor in time too, just look at each job as an opportunity to learn.
The thing I find hardest to teach and one of the things that took me along time to get to grips with is knowing when your wasting your time chasing a defect that will never be fixed. Again that will come with experience so don't beat yourself up to much.
In reference for timescales for polishing times. I will usually spend anywhere between 8-12 hours on an average car at just polishing stages for around 85% correction (minor correction), usually 2 hours for wash and decon prep then another 4-5 hours on final finishing. We have a dedicated member of staff just for the prep these days so we are much more efficient but that's a good guideline for times
Paint correction though is more about technique than anything though and that's something you will finesse with experience. It's actually good practice when you are learning to stick with a polish and pad combo and really learn and observe how your technique has an impact.
So I'd say stick with what you are using for now as swapping products etc at the beginning stages only muddies the waters and will hinder your development.
3 of my guys all started with me with no experience whatsoever and usually within 2 years I will have them at the highest of standards so factor in time too, just look at each job as an opportunity to learn.
The thing I find hardest to teach and one of the things that took me along time to get to grips with is knowing when your wasting your time chasing a defect that will never be fixed. Again that will come with experience so don't beat yourself up to much.
In reference for timescales for polishing times. I will usually spend anywhere between 8-12 hours on an average car at just polishing stages for around 85% correction (minor correction), usually 2 hours for wash and decon prep then another 4-5 hours on final finishing. We have a dedicated member of staff just for the prep these days so we are much more efficient but that's a good guideline for times
big_pete
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Bin it
big_pete
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Not just about it being clean, when it wears down that much the cells open up, which inevitably causes more product absorption and makes the pad clog. Fastest way to put micromarring into the finish
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It's not really the dirt on it, it's more as it seems to be breaking up in the centre of the pad and I was wondering if it was passed its day. The pic might not have picked it up very well.
Thanks Pete, in the bin it goes.