I thought I'd share my experiences with the PC..

[Josh]

Yes it was my first time using one yesterday.

(pauses to wait for gasping to stop)

I used the sonus DAS pads and basically tried to remember what I'd read on here as to what to do.

I was working on a 91 white diesel mercedes that had oxidized paint and what looked like either overspray or dirt particles caked in all throughout it. (the claybar took it out)

I think I really did learn alot about the PC while doing this, as a few questions i had IE: "will the PC work the product all the way in and out like a rotary" or "from what setting to what should I go to" I had answered myself after a few panels.

I did get some pretty good gloss back in the paint, but i can't toot the horn too much because i don't have a digital camera to take pics and show you guys with.

I was happy with the PC's performance, but i think i may like the rotary more because of the speed.

I'm not sure yet.

Oh well, sorry if this is one of those "worthless without pics..." threads.



Just wanted to share some experiences! :bigups

 

[kimwallace]

Thanks for sharing.
I bought a PC about a year ago and I like it, but a rotary is definitely a lot faster.
I usually use the PC for the final polish and to apply sealants.

 

[Josh]

Thanks for sharing.
I bought a PC about a year ago and I like it, but a rotary is definitely a lot faster.
I usually use the PC for the final polish and to apply sealants.

do you work the sealant all the way into the paint or do you leave a residue to buff out?

 

[kimwallace]

For a sealant like UPP or NXT ... you want to just apply it to get a thin coating, just like if you were applying it by hand. So yes, you want a residue to wipe off.

 

[tubafeak]

It's all good josh, I only have an orbital from somewhere I can't remember. I'm waiting for christmas, found an inexpensive pneumatic rotary and I've asked for an air compressor that can handle it for a gift. I do plan to get a PC once the next paycheck comes in.