Need advice about Buffers/Polishers
05-08-2017, 11:27 AM
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Need advice about Buffers/Polishers
I want to get a high speed buffer/polisher for rubbing out and buffing clear coat painted surfaces. I know almost nothing about what to get and what to avoid. In the past I have hand rubbed out my clear coat finishes. I have had pretty good results but Im tired of the hard work. What kind of buffers (powered) do you guys use, like, or dislike. Air powered or electric. I would prefer to not spend big bucks but will spend what it takes to get good results and do the job correctly. I figure a fairly small diameter wheel will be best, approx 3 inches ? What sort of RPM is required ? And so on and so forth ? Please educate me. Thanks
05-25-2017, 10:24 AM
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I have been using a 6" electric buffer from Harbor Freight, got it for about 30 bucks.
The Mirror cut that Scott is showing in the picture above works well.
I only turn the buffer about 200 RPM, that way you don't burn the finish.
I also use the foam pads, they don't hang up in the small cracks and slits like the edges of ailerons.
The Mirror cut that Scott is showing in the picture above works well.
I only turn the buffer about 200 RPM, that way you don't burn the finish.
I also use the foam pads, they don't hang up in the small cracks and slits like the edges of ailerons.
