so i broke down and bought a buffer. so i would really love some pointers if possible. ima go right now and try to find some good info vids.
thanks,
guys

 

What kind did you get? I take it its not a real polisher like a porter cable, makita etc...

 

i work at a true value hardware store and its our brand. i really dont think that its gona be that different.
im gona test it on another family car befor i try it on the stang.

 

You are greatly mistaken!

 

well im not new to power tools. so just tell me what is the difference. are u saying i should take it back i havent used it yet. that and i got if for 20 bucks.

 

I can tell you this that is just that a buffer it wont do anything to take out swirls etc.. out of the paint. I would get my money back and save for a real one if you want to get serious. A good one will cost alot more and for a starter a porter cable is a good way to go with lots of good tips online on how to use it etc..

 

Take it back, save for a porter cable. You will not be dissapointed.

http://www.autogeek.net/

http://www.autogeek.net/detailingtips.html

As far as detailing goes, trust me.. I have learned quite a bit from watching Dan -03gtmustang- and reading. Obviously, there's nothing like trial and error, but get a good idea before you go crazy with a high powered buffer.

The 7424 is a good starter for the simple fact that it is very hard to damage paint. It is powerful enough to remove swirls, but has enough safety features not to actually burn through clearcoat or anything like that (that is unless you really try!) lol

 

I think i am getting the porter cable very soon but i have an issue, both my parents work at industrial supply companies and can get me employee discounts. (=]]]]]]]]) What pads should i buy? or should i buy from an automotive website?

 

You should buy the pads from a detailing website, www.detailersdomain.com

 

oh yeah im not gona use the crap that came with the buffer. im gona get some quality ones form the auto parts store.

 

03gt, does this kitt look like it has everything needed? I am only spending about $100 on the buffer so i can afford to get the right/best pads. And the bottom of the list is used for heavy buffing and it gets lighter as the list goes up?

 

Wheres the link?

 

This would prolly help. http://www.detailersdomain.com/index...ROD&ProdID=175

 

You can put together your own kit. I would get at least 2 of each, 3 or 4 would be even better. Although you could get away with just 2, but you might need to wash them during the detail. For the PC I would get no bigger then 5.5" pads. You can get away with just orange, white, and blue if you're just doing your own cars. I would also get some 4" pads in orange, white and blue also.

 

So blue would be for waxes, white for light polishing (the mustang), and orange for heavier polishing(my 95 pickup)? And by using a smaller pad do you just have more control? Thanks for all the help by the way.

 

No, I use the blue pad for final jeweling, or maximizing gloss. I use the red pads for applying liquid sealants and or waxes.

 

So you go over the entire car with the blue pad with no product on it? And you use a microfiber to remove the waxes and polishes when using a buffer correct?

 

No no no. I use the blue pad with a finishing polish to maximize gloss. PM me for more info on this.

Yes, I use only microfiber to remove products. My favorite is PakShak MF. PM me for specifics on this too.

 

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