Author Topic: Best power buffer? (Read 7978 times)

Gentleman Jack · « **on:** January 12, 2011, 12:55:59 AM »

Ok everyone, go-n-def is heading to San Diego and I have to get my car cleaned up before he sees it!

I don't have a power buffer of any sort, so I thought i'd ask around which ones are best for the job. Thanks in advance.

GJ

tazz · « **Reply #1 on:** January 12, 2011, 01:28:43 AM »

Porter Cable or Cyclo.
I have the Cyclo and my only complaint would be kind of hard to get into tight places. Used with the right products you can't screw up your paint. I use 3M Professional products that are not sold to the genral public but sold to autobody shops. Tho I have to go online to get them and they cost on average about $40 a bottle and typically you may need 3-4 different bottles for the whole restoration system depending on how bad your vehicles paint.

Go-N Def · « **Reply #2 on:** January 12, 2011, 02:45:55 AM »

I prefer and use the Porter Cable. Of course you could do like Critter and just have someone else do it!

Critterman · « **Reply #3 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:50:45 AM »

Funny you should mention that Mike, I have all the stuff and the PC, sitting in the house waiting for you to get back. Even plan on going to the hobby shop so you don't have to do it in the cold.

How is that for being considerate?

Imaj · « **Reply #4 on:** January 12, 2011, 10:04:29 AM »

The FLEX XC 3401 Orbital Polisher would be the ideal polisher. Here is a link that can tell you more about it...

http://www.autogeek.net/flex-orbital-polisher.html

JoshMcMadMac · « **Reply #5 on:** January 12, 2011, 10:52:25 AM »

Porter Cable 7424 is your best bet. Be prepared to spend as much on products and pads as you do on the buffer, as well as some homework to get it all figured out.

smartin · « **Reply #6 on:** January 12, 2011, 10:53:02 AM »

I used the Porter Cable when I was trained to detail at Poorboy's. It was excellent.

ChopTop · « **Reply #7 on:** January 12, 2011, 11:18:47 AM »

I use Griots Garage 3 & 6 inch random obitial polishers. They sometimes include an excellent DVD that shows how to correctly use the polisher (normally $9.99), with chapters on how to clay and detail your vehicle overall.
www.griotsgarage.com

Go-N Def · « **Reply #8 on:** January 12, 2011, 11:40:49 AM »

Quote from: Critterman on January 12, 2011, 09:50:45 AM

Funny you should mention that Mike, I have all the stuff and the PC, sitting in the house waiting for you to get back. Even plan on going to the hobby shop so you don't have to do it in the cold.

How is that for being considerate?

Make sure to include the 60 grit sand paper! LOL!!!

GJ Read this:

http://www.kappaperformance.com/forum/index.php/topic,580.0.html

U4EA · « **Reply #9 on:** January 12, 2011, 12:31:27 PM »

Watch the Porter Cable 7424.........Clouded my paint!

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Brazen17 · « **Reply #10 on:** January 12, 2011, 02:11:52 PM »

Quote from: U4EA on January 12, 2011, 12:31:27 PM

Watch the Porter Cable 7424.........Clouded my paint!

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Now that you mention it, it does look partly cloudy!

ChopTop · « **Reply #11 on:** January 12, 2011, 03:44:04 PM »

Gotta luv YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lgH8bxgpRs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAWQdqNJS18

JimVonBaden · « **Reply #12 on:** January 12, 2011, 05:17:47 PM »

Harbor Freight variable speed Buffer. $39.99!

From this:

To this:

Using Meguires Ultimate compound.

Jim

Sol Asylum · « **Reply #13 on:** January 12, 2011, 07:53:39 PM »

GJ don't they have that power buffer Juan or was it Jesus out there at one of the local Home Depots?

If not maybe DW could hook you up with his house cleaners brother, don't tell the misses though.

SHiNY · « **Reply #14 on:** January 12, 2011, 07:53:48 PM »

Quote from: Gentleman Jack on January 12, 2011, 12:55:59 AM

Ok everyone, go-n-def is heading to San Diego and I have to get my car cleaned up before he sees it!

I don't have a power buffer of any sort, so I thought i'd ask around which ones are best for the job. Thanks in advance.

GJ

I have no suggestions for buffers. However, I do have a suggestion that if there is any pink paint around, you hide it IMMEDIATELY!!!

Critterman · « **Reply #15 on:** January 12, 2011, 11:12:41 PM »

Too late ShiNY, Def is bringing enough to paint the entire car, top to bottom, 3 coats.

Gentleman Jack · « **Reply #16 on:** January 13, 2011, 01:05:53 AM »

Quote from: Go-N Def on January 12, 2011, 02:45:55 AM

I prefer and use the Porter Cable. Of course you could do like Critter and just have someone else do it!

That's such a nice offer Def. What kind of beer would you like for our two day event?

GJ

deepwater805 · « **Reply #17 on:** January 13, 2011, 02:12:02 AM »

Quote from: Gentleman Jack on January 12, 2011, 12:55:59 AM

Ok everyone, go-n-def is heading to San Diego and I have to get my car cleaned up before he sees it!

I don't have a power buffer of any sort, so I thought i'd ask around which ones are best for the job. Thanks in advance.

GJ

The best buffer I've found is Tello.

He details my car every week, including buff and wax, in my driveway, and only charges $20. Every time my friend from LA comes to visit she has him do hers too. Of course only after I've done hers....

Umm...anyway, you get the idea.

If you want the bestest cheapest detail ever, you'll have to come visit me in Bajamar.

SHiNY · « **Reply #18 on:** January 13, 2011, 07:07:42 AM »

Quote from: Critterman on January 12, 2011, 11:12:41 PM

Too late ShiNY, Def is bringing enough to paint the entire car, top to bottom, 3 coats.

I was wondering what he was shopping for yesterday. I hope he picked up a quality clear coat

GXPinKC · « **Reply #19 on:** January 13, 2011, 08:20:28 AM »

Quote from: SHiNY on January 13, 2011, 07:07:42 AM

I was wondering what he was shopping for yesterday. I hope he picked up a quality clear coat

SHiNY, I am sure he did, he is always thinking ahead!

Go-N Def · « **Reply #20 on:** January 13, 2011, 08:36:52 AM »

Man is it hard to find Chuch Norris cutout patterns in Hawaii. I'm sure I'll have better luck in San Diego!

SHiNY · « **Reply #21 on:** January 13, 2011, 08:46:29 AM »

Quote from: Go-N Def on January 13, 2011, 08:36:52 AM

Man is it hard to find Chuch Norris cutout patterns in Hawaii. I'm sure I'll have better luck in San Diego!

OOOooooo, a nice pink, airbrushed Chuck Norris on the hood. I think that would be awesome

smartin · « **Reply #22 on:** January 13, 2011, 10:13:35 AM »

Quote from: deepwater805 on January 13, 2011, 02:12:02 AM

The best buffer I've found is Tello. He details my car every week, including buff and wax, in my driveway, and only charges $20. Every time my friend from LA comes to visit she has him do hers too. Of course only after I've done hers.... Umm...anyway, you get the idea. If you want the bestest cheapest detail ever, you'll have to come visit me in Bajamar.

That's an awesome deal. If I ever get down your way, I want THIS deal!

Brad Kenny · « **Reply #23 on:** January 14, 2011, 10:52:38 AM »

Susan, did you actually read this post...

"Every time my friend from LA comes to visit she has him do hers too. Of course only after I've done hers.... Umm...anyway, you get the idea."

HA HA HA!!!! LOL!!!

smartin · « **Reply #24 on:** January 14, 2011, 11:13:22 AM »

Yes, that's why I said it.

Notice the capitalization of THIS.

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Author Topic: Best power buffer? (Read 7978 times)