What kind of buffer do I need, where to find ?
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I need to pick up a buffer, to buff out my new clearcoat after sanding. What kind should I get ? Orbital ? multi speed ?
Theres a couple used ones locally, they are orbital, but only single speed, will that work ok for my needs ?
Also, if anyone could suggest a good buffing compound and glaze that would help
Thanks
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Re: What kind of buffer do I need, where to find ?
[Re: MileHighDart]
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06/20/11 01:56 PM
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Re: What kind of buffer do I need, where to find ?
[Re: GTXX]
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Is this your first time buffing? If so you may want to use a dual head buffer, as there is less risk of burn through.
As for buffers I like the CYCLO brand.
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Re: What kind of buffer do I need, where to find ?
[Re: MonGoo$e]
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I use a variable speed 7" rotary to do the major cutting. Well, for everything right now...but plan on getting a dual action for final polishing so I don't get swirls. Meguiars has a good forum for information on buffing and polishing technique. Since you're local, check out the guys over at Glaze Distributing. They sell wholesale to the public and are really good guys.
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Re: What kind of buffer do I need, where to find ?
[Re: MileHighDart]
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I need to pick up a buffer, to buff out my new clearcoat after sanding. What kind should I get ? Orbital ? multi speed ?
Theres a couple used ones locally, they are orbital, but only single speed, will that work ok for my needs ?
Also, if anyone could suggest a good buffing compound and glaze that would help Makita, definitey, I have tried alot of different stuff ,but always end back up using 3M products, perfect -it, finesse-it, hand glaze, different pads required for each step
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Re: What kind of buffer do I need, where to find ?
[Re: wicked]
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I did my initial "cut and buff" yesterday. I used meguires buffing compound in the cream colored bottle, a wool pad, and my dad's old 7" craftsman 2 speed buffer.
results are ok for now. I may let it sit a few more days and maybe try something different to really make it pop.
right now, I'm happy with how it looks though. I wet sanded a few runs, some orange peel on the passenger door and fender, and buffed the whole truck, even the original paint.
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Re: What kind of buffer do I need, where to find ?
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Buff Pro, by far the best buffer I have ever used!!
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