just got a polisher.. now what!!??

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altimaser35

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Hi I just got a polisher for fathers day...



7" Simoniz right angle polisher ----- is it any good?



i imagine it would be used to polish and not wax right?



I have turtle wax ICE liquid clay bar can i use it with it? what rpm should i go for



the box says 600 to 300rpm with no load --- i'm kind of afraid of it...don't want to screw the paint...i heard a few horror stories --- lower rpm is better right.?.. less heat?



i them will either hand apply meguiars NXT with a standard waxer or manually



does that make sense??



any advise is appreciated





i can't post pix... don't know why :nixweiss
 
You don't need to worry about hurting your car with that polisher. It is not as powerful as the PC, UDM, Cyclo, and rotaries. Use it to apply wax, it would take forever to polish with that thing.
 
I would return it and get a PC, UDM, or better yet.. a Flex.



But as stated above, its basically only good for applying waxes and glazes.
 
If it uses bonnets then you'll a *bunch* to apply a sealant as they load up quickly. This will add tremendously to the cost of operating it. As others suggested.....
 
Is it this one?



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If so, it's a rotary polisher and generally not recommended for beginner use. Return it to CT and purchase a Porter Cable 7424. You won't find the polishing pads and backing plates you require there, so simply order those online.
 
Holden_C04 said:
Is it this one?



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If so, it's a rotary polisher and generally not recommended for beginner use. Return it to CT and purchase a Porter Cable 7424. You won't find the polishing pads and backing plates you require there, so simply order those online.
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If that's the polisher he's talking about then I don't see a problem here. A 7424 isn't going to give you some magical ability to step right into a rotary, they're two different machines. I wouldn't take it back at all. Go to autogeek and get an edge rotary adapter and some pads and/or wool, pick up some polishes (search search seach to see what people are using), go to the junkyard and pick up an old tailgate or hood and start practicing. Do not touch your car with this polisher until you've taken the time to learn how to use it.....PLEASE!
 
Don't return it. Learn how to use it safely and it will do many things that an orbital cannot. Trust me on this. Keep reading here at Autopia and you'll do fine with it. :xyxthumbs



Patrick
 
ok..i won't return it .... . i kinda feel bad returning it ...my kids did get it for me for fathers day..... you know what ...i'll practice on my inlaws car ( evil laugh )
 
You still haven't told us if it's the one pictured. If it is, don't return it and research and practice on how to use it.
 
ptaylor_9849 said:
Don't return it. Learn how to use it safely and it will do many things that an orbital cannot. Trust me on this. Keep reading here at Autopia and you'll do fine with it. :xyxthumbs



Patrick
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A rotary polisher is a unit that requires respect and skill that is generally beyond the requirements of a beginner. It is not without careful consideration that I suggest he return it. An orbital allows amateur detailers to perform high quality work with extremely low risk and with very little skill.



With that being said, the added benefits of a rotary polisher are completely lost on an amateur and will only seek to frustrate weekend detailers. In addition, a Simoniz rotary polisher is a Wen 2-speed polisher and has limited capabilities compared to most quality rotary polishers.



To the OP, a Porter Cable 7424 is the right unit for you. Don't buy any pads or polishes (with the exception of Megs professional products) at CT, order those from eshine.ca.
 
I don't think you should get all worked up because some people have some horror stories with Rotaries. You just have to realize that it is a tool that has to be handled carefully. I would do some research here to find the best techniques in handling a rotary. I have a UDM and I purchased a Dewalt rotary because I want to make corrections more quickly than the UDM can handle. This detailing hobby can get quite expensive once you start adding up all the pads, polishes, machines, waxes, etc...... most people on here have. I have the edge system and I am quite happy with it. I also have pads that go on backing plates. Search for coupon codes from the various vendors on here and you might be able to get a deal on most of what is required. I like optimum polishes for the fact that you can use them in the sun and they have a long working time. Others on here are meguiars, Menzerna, 3M, 1Z, etc.... fanatics. Check out some click and brags to see what different products are capable of doing. If you are still concerned about working the rotary, check the classifed ads for a PC, UDM, Cyclo, or Flex, which should be a little easier to work with and learn on. Good luck and welcome to Autopia.
 
I gotta vote for keeping it as well. I got one of the cheaper rotary polishers about a month ago. I have had jobs detailing cars in college, and when I got out of the Air Force. I never used the new foam pads,hadn't used a rotary in about 8 years, and had my concerns. I got a nice pad kit at Autogeek, and some Menzerna polishes. I then went to work on my sons car, kind of a beater, but black, and some pretty good swirls. I had to get some harsher polish,Turtle wax Rubbing Compound, because the Menz IP wasn't enough. I was amazed at how easy it went, and how good it turned out. I think if you keep to a lower rpm, tape the trim,keep the cord away from the pad, don't try to get in every nook, don't try to completely remove the deep scratches, and keep the pad moving on paint you will be very pleased with how it ends up.
 
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