Question about PC

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tiffanyp

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I was thinking of getting a PC Polisher but am alittle intimidated by the process and possibly ruining the paint. Reason of getting one is swirl marks on black car and I'm afraid using swirl mark remover by hand just won't cut it. A friend of mine tried an electric polisher (not sure what model) last year and he said he ruined his paint as he created a "Haze" when using it and it won't come out. Is there instructions on how to use this properly (ie. flat or on an angle, using it on sharp edges, etc).

TY,
Tiff
 
Using a PC is pretty safe. there's a Meguiar's tutorial I believe, as well as several in depth threads here about how to use one. I won't say it's foolproof, but I seriously doubt that you could harm your paint, especially if you educate yourself about the various pads & products as well as the process you will be using. :bigups
 
Tiff,
i felt just like you and was hesitant to get one. about 3 weeks ago i got a 7336 from lowes (109 out the door) and a sonus das pad kit for 50.
after prepping (and a short prayer) i used Menzerna FP with the green pad and was absolutety stunned with the results. i have a 5 year old car that i "Thought" i took care of (paint wise) until after i clayed and polished. the pc is idiot proof (i used it successfully) do not hesitate to get it. i did alot of reading and searching prior to use, do the same you cant go wrong. i got alot of support from this site. on the other side of the coin, if you dont like it, you will be able to sell it (very quickly) in the classified section along with your pads and accessories. it's the best 150 bucks ive ever spent. car manufactures should include a pc/pad kit, a good polish and sealant as part of the vehicle package when they sell new cars. :)
 
tiffanyp said:
I was thinking of getting a PC Polisher but am alittle intimidated by the process and possibly ruining the paint. Reason of getting one is swirl marks on black car and I'm afraid using swirl mark remover by hand just won't cut it. A friend of mine tried an electric polisher (not sure what model) last year and he said he ruined his paint as he created a "Haze" when using it and it won't come out. Is there instructions on how to use this properly (ie. flat or on an angle, using it on sharp edges, etc).

TY,
Tiff
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Tiff,

No need to be concerned. You have to really go way, way, way out of your way to do damage with a PC. I am teaching my neighbors kid (14 years old - and a good kid) how to detail when I have the time. He's detailed about 5 vehicles......... the last 4 all with a PC. He hasn't had a single problem.

Here's what you can't do with a PC...... apply some very abrasive polish to a cutting pad..... work a small area.... apply more polish to the cutting pad....... work the "same" area...... apply more polish...... work the "same" area...... apply more polish....... work the "same" area........if you do this a number of times to the same area with heavy pressue and holding the pad on an angle......... you can do damage.

Now, the "electric polisher" that your friend used was probably a "rotary" buffer.......... that's a whole different story. They can do damage even in the hands of an experienced user......... I know this personally! :D

We would be all glad to help you with any questions or tips you might have.
 
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