[chrishTT]

does anyone use a grinder tool with a pad or is this 2 harsh?
ive just ordered a twin handle polisher not sure how good its going to be

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/s ... hp?t=60321

the guys in this thread look like theyre use grinder tools?

 

[Stub]

Same guy who did mine, James (Autofiness) that unit is his,
I would rather travel and leave it with someone than pay for it to be done on my drive

http://www.detailingworld.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=57496&highlight=stealthed

 

[Dellboy]

I wouldn't advise you using it... You are far better off with a PC instead of a Rotary.

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing ... d_414.html

This is a very good kit for a beginner & you should see some cracking results from it if you take your time.

 

[chrishTT]

i was looking at this erlia delboy
looks a good one

have you had any experiences with this?>

 

[Dellboy]

Yes I have and that kit is very good value for money for a beginner all you need to invest in as well is some nice micro fibre cloths & a decent Wax...

Then some OCD counseling sessions....

 

[Alan W]

The machine being used by James is a Makita 9227CB and is a purpose designed rotary polisher. Do not use any form of angle grinder! The 2 machines are completely different.

However, in the hands of a novice a rotary like the Makita can easily damage your paint until you gain the skills required to use it properly.

I'd suggest looking at DA (Dual Action) RO (Random Orbit) polisher like the Meguiar's G220, UDM (Ultimate Detailing Machine), Festool Rotex or secondhand PC (Porter Cable 7424). The UDM and PC are only available in 110V and you will require a transformer to use them.

Hope that helps.

Alan W

 

[TeeTees]

The machine being used by James is a Makita 9227CB and is a purpose designed rotary polisher. Do not use any form of angle grinder! The 2 machines are completely different.

However, in the hands of a novice a rotary like the Makita can easily damage your paint until you gain the skills required to use it properly.

I'd suggest looking at DA (Dual Action) RO (Random Orbit) polisher like the Meguiar's G220, UDM (Ultimate Detailing Machine), Festool Rotex or secondhand PC (Porter Cable 7424). The UDM and PC are only available in 110V and you will require a transformer to use them.

Hope that helps.

Alan W

^^ ditto above....start off with the easy stuff (random orbital), and move on to the big boys toys (rotary) once you've mastered the technique and gained the confidence, and only if necessary.

If you are gonna dive in with a rotary, buy a scrap panel from preferably a TT so you've got the exact paint quality match, and have a go on that first. :wink: