First Detail / Orbital Buffer Questions

[manueljlg]

I plan to do my first real detail on my truck, I have previously polished and waxed, but never done the real thing.

I have a Turtle Wax Orbital buffer with foam pads, Terry cloth Pads and compound pads.



My plan is as follows:



Dawn Wash

Clay Bar

Scratch X ( where needed )

Dawn Wash

#9

#7

#26



What do you think?

When should I use my orbital buffer and with which pads?

 

[imported_BretFraz]

The buffer you have is sufficient for applying cleaner waxes and such but that's about it. I'm thinking the products you have are too mild to do a good job. Since the buffer doesn't have the speed or torque to polish paint adequately, you need a more aggressive product to compensate. The Scratch X might be a better choice than the #9 with that buffer.



I guess what I'd suggest is:



Wash

Clay

Scratch X with compounding pad

#9 with foam pad

Evaluate finish before using #7. Skip it if possible.

#26 with terry cloth pad



Skip the 2nd Dawn wash. Its a wasted step. Consider buying some Meguiars DACP if available. It would be a better choice than the Scratch X and #9.