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Hello All,
In giving some background. I managed a detailing business for 14 years which was operated out of a dealer only auction. I handled most of the buffing (rotary) myself and probably buffed in excess of 10k cars over those years. It was always a balance of speed and quality though.
Anyhow, I left that job 6 years ago and haven't buffed a vehicle since. However, given my background my current boss asked if I could buff his 2007 "black" pickup as it's starting to suffer from years of neglect. The paint is in good shape overall with only a handful of minor scratches, but it has dulled and needs clay-baring badly.
Ok no problem; but now I'm feeling apprehensive because I haven't touched a buffer in years much less attempting to restore a superior gloss to a black vehicle. I know as long as I use the proper pads, compounds and technique, there should be no issues but still.
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Given all that, your input would be appreciated.
1. I went ahead and purchased a Milwaukee 5460 (rotary, variable speed) similar to what I used to use; however, would a DA polisher (Meguiars or Flex) be equal to the task with a moderate job? The results some demonstrate on You Tube seem beyond what I may be able to get with a rotary buffer alone? My new rotary buffer is variable speed, unlike my old work one, so maybe adjusting that at different stages is all that is needed in getting superior results?
2. What Meguiars compound or polish would you recommend in restoring the black truck finish? I've never used their products for buffing but was considering the "M02 Mirror Glaze Fine-Cut" followed by their "M205 Mirror Glaze Ultra Finish Polish"?
3. Has anyone used the DRC1000 buffing pads as their video looks impressive? Otherwise, is the SM Arnold recessed waffle pads -or- Buff and Shine Hex pads worth consideration? Also, what affordable hook and loop backing disc can you recommend?
God Bless,
Ralph
In giving some background. I managed a detailing business for 14 years which was operated out of a dealer only auction. I handled most of the buffing (rotary) myself and probably buffed in excess of 10k cars over those years. It was always a balance of speed and quality though.
Anyhow, I left that job 6 years ago and haven't buffed a vehicle since. However, given my background my current boss asked if I could buff his 2007 "black" pickup as it's starting to suffer from years of neglect. The paint is in good shape overall with only a handful of minor scratches, but it has dulled and needs clay-baring badly.
Ok no problem; but now I'm feeling apprehensive because I haven't touched a buffer in years much less attempting to restore a superior gloss to a black vehicle. I know as long as I use the proper pads, compounds and technique, there should be no issues but still.
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Given all that, your input would be appreciated.
1. I went ahead and purchased a Milwaukee 5460 (rotary, variable speed) similar to what I used to use; however, would a DA polisher (Meguiars or Flex) be equal to the task with a moderate job? The results some demonstrate on You Tube seem beyond what I may be able to get with a rotary buffer alone? My new rotary buffer is variable speed, unlike my old work one, so maybe adjusting that at different stages is all that is needed in getting superior results?
2. What Meguiars compound or polish would you recommend in restoring the black truck finish? I've never used their products for buffing but was considering the "M02 Mirror Glaze Fine-Cut" followed by their "M205 Mirror Glaze Ultra Finish Polish"?
3. Has anyone used the DRC1000 buffing pads as their video looks impressive? Otherwise, is the SM Arnold recessed waffle pads -or- Buff and Shine Hex pads worth consideration? Also, what affordable hook and loop backing disc can you recommend?
God Bless,
Ralph
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