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imported_Intel486

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I know when you use the PC buffer you are suppose to have the pad flat on the panel. What about a Direct drive buffer like the makita?



Aren't you suppose to have those on a slight angle?
 
Yes. The PC is almost foolproof in its operation. Rotaries are virtually the opposite; ya needs lots of practice before using one of those effectively.
 
You are correct !
The buffer needs to be kept at about a 15 degree angle to the surface with the pad or bonnet touching the surface at the 12:00 to 3:00 position. You work a 2' x 2' area applying about a 4" strip of product to the surface spreading it with the pad and then turn the machine on and scribe skinny figure 8's going side to side then up and down, keep the buffer moving slowly and evenly. There is no downward pressure applied as the weight of the machine is sufficient, when I run my second pass( up and down) I take about 1/2 the weight of the machine of the surface. Each 2'x 2' area should take about 30 to 40sec. unlike the PC there will be almost no residue but a quick wipe will show you your results. After about 3 or 4 2'x2' areas you need to clean the pad with a stiff brush or a spur if you are using a wool bonnet. You simply turn the buffer over place it on your knee and thigh turn it on and run the brush or spur from the center out to the 3:00 position a couple of times and you are ready to go again. www.autoint.com has some good articles on proper technique, it really is not as difficult as many say it is and the results are untouchable by the PC or hand.
 
Every Little Detail, Thank you for the info. I just got some foam pads in the other day so I'm going to give the buffer a whirl today on the tailgate with 3M's SMR. I'm not too worried about doing it on the tailgate since I want it repainted anyways.
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by JeffBruce [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Your neighbors car would probably ne better start!! [/b]</blockquote>
My neighbors car needs more than a buffer and some polish.
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by Intel486 [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Does anyone have a good guide to using a buffer like the makita? [/b]</blockquote>
I used to work at a professional detail shop and I have buffed many cars with a high-speed buffer. For any novice, I have a few words of advice to avert disaster.

First, do NOT run the buffer at speed over any edges or tight contours. You'll strip the paint faster than you could imagine. What I would do is use the buffer as Every Little Detail prescribed, but when you come to an edge, or where body panels came together, I'd give the trigger a flick here and there just to keep the pad moving, but VERY slow and with a VERY light touch.

Second, when the buffer is at speed, keep it moving. Otherwise, it will create tremendous heat build-up and burn the paint.

I would again agree with Every Little Detail that the high-speed buffer isn't as difficult to use as some would lead you to believe. However, the high-speed buffer can defnitely bite you if you aren't careful, which means you have to respect it a bit more than, say, the PC.

Mike
 
Thanks Mike I knew I forgot something. I do exactly as you describe at the edges, I also feather the trigger when I first start working the area to help cut down on the splatter. I never exceed 1200rpm and seldom use aggressive compounds to keep the risk to a minimum. I fully agree with Mike respect the power around edges, antenas,moldings etc. :up
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by Every Little Detail [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Thanks Mike I knew I forgot something. I do exactly as you describe at the edges, I also feather the trigger when I first start working the area to help cut down on the splatter. I never exceed 1200rpm and seldom use aggressive compounds to keep the risk to a minimum. I fully agree with Mike respect the power around edges, antenas,moldings etc. :up [/b]</blockquote>
Oh yeah! Careful around those antennas! I forgot that one. Catch the edge of the pad on an antenna the wrong way, and WATCH OUT! Not that it ever happened to me... :)

I also feather the trigger at first to cut down on splatter.

Mike
 
Now that we are all looking ahead to 2011 let?s look back on the most dramatic transformations on TID from this past year. What are some of your favorite turn arounds, 50/50, etc of 2010? Here are some of my favorites.


Dave did a fantastic job on this 911.

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http://truthindetailing.com/Forum/showthread.php?t=3605&highlight=porsche

How can you forget Todd wet sanding a brand new Ferrari 458.

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http://truthindetailing.com/Forum/showthread.php?t=4712&highlight=ferrari



My vote for #1

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http://truthindetailing.com/Forum/showthread.php?t=3773&highlight=weight+loss



I know that there are a million others that I have forgotten about. Thanks TID for a great year. Looking forward to the new posts in 2011.
 
Bill for sure is probably the most amazing transformation of the year.

But for cars, I would have to say this BMW 135i by Autolavish


Or this 2010 Camaro by Dave at Street Dreams
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An of course the Ferrari by Todd.
 
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