Which one would it be?

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lpquick

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OK, you know what your doing, your a professional. If you had to start over again and could only get one polisher, which one would you choose and why?



a. cyclo (don't know whom makes it or where do buy it, yet)

b. circular (makita, dewitt, ?)



I have a pc and enjoy using it but it is lacking for removing swirls. I can remove some about 45% which is OK, but it takes forever. I want to get either the cyclo or an circular. Would I sometimes need the cyclo if I purchase the circular or is it just some personal preference. Upside, downside to either or both? I want to take the next step but am looking to this forum for advice before I spend the dough! Everyone here has been awsome, the stories, the advise, your preferences and why, it's great, Thanks for your opinions...:bow
 
Although I've never used a cyclo, i get the impression that it is a substitute for the PC.. A superior substitute. I therefore think that the cyclo would not be able to do some tasks as well or quickly as a rotary. If I were you, I would get a rotary, since any hologramming could easily be corrected by your PC.
 
Auto Care USA said:
My cyclo has been on the shelf for years. A true detailer must have and use a rotary buffer.
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I agree with that. I would also suggest the rotary, it takes some practice - much more than the pc, but once you get comfortable it is the ultimate defect removal / polishing tool (that i know of)
 
Auto Care USA said:
My cyclo has been on the shelf for years. A true detailer must have and use a rotary buffer.
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Are you serious, A great detailer uses all tools to achieve perfection and a cyclo is a great tool dont bash it if you cant use it..
 
From personal experience I'd say start PC and graduate into a rotary. Never forget when I was younger and dumber going into the warehouse and trying my hand with a rotary on pops truck...He painted after I was done! He never really forgave me for that one.
 
Auto Care USA said:
My cyclo has been on the shelf for years. A true detailer must have and use a rotary buffer.
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:rolleyes:



"True detailer"?



All this time, and all those cars I've done for friends, family, and the occasional paying customer, and I'm not a "true" detailer. I feel so, so . . . inadequate now with my inferior PC and recently acquired Cyclo. All the true detailers are looking down their noses at me! Whatever shall I do?!



Tort

(tongue planted firmly in cheek)
 
OK, seems most people are pointing me to a true rotary. The few that spoke about using a cyclo didn't mention needing to use a rotary at some point. Can a cyclo remove swirls and such like a rotary with a lot less chance of damaging the finish? The cyclo seems to be two pc's in one, is this a correct assessment, or is it totally different. Another thing I want to consider, can I use the pads and backing plates I have for my pc with a rotary, or will I need to buy all new accessories? Thanks everyone, I'm leaning towards the cyclo, but I need a little more assurance I won't regret my purchase a couple of months down the road.:bow
 
6.5" and 7.5" pads are interchangeable between PC and rotaries. You'll only need to buy a velcro backing plate for the rotary. The cyclo requires its own set of pads and plates.
 
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