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Bri26
08-16-2023, 10:53 AM
Any tips/advice on how to get around somewhat concave curved panels such as the fenders with a 5.5" diameter microfiber pad?
opie
08-16-2023, 12:36 PM
Any tips/advice on how to get around somewhat concave curved panels such as the fenders with a 5.5" diameter microfiber pad?Guessing you're using a free spinning tool? If so get what you can and then do by hand or it is what it is.

Gear driven da would be able to work up on edge.

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Paul A.
08-16-2023, 12:55 PM
I use heavier cutting foam pads for sections like that. The thick ones work the contours better.
Rsurfer
08-16-2023, 01:24 PM
Get a 3" backing plate or better yet, get a 3" machine.
SNP209
08-16-2023, 02:30 PM
Which polisher are you using?
Bri26
08-16-2023, 02:40 PM
8mm throw DA polisher with a 5" backing plate
Paul A.
08-16-2023, 03:31 PM
Try 3" foam pads if you have a smaller BP.
DanaDetailingPros
08-16-2023, 08:51 PM
Get a 3" backing plate or better yet, get a 3" machine.

I had to use a 3 inch on this nightmare of curves! Used the 5” on roof only[emoji23]https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230817/affbcfd166b56eee58f716d7d01f4244.jpg


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Rsurfer
08-16-2023, 09:40 PM
I had to use a 3 inch on this nightmare of curves! Used the 5” on roof only[emoji23]https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230817/affbcfd166b56eee58f716d7d01f4244.jpg


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Hope you got paid well for so much real estate. I remember those hub caps.
VISITOR
08-16-2023, 10:34 PM
3" DA backing plate which allows you to use 3.5" pads...

3 Inch Dual Action Flexible Backing Plate (https://www.autogeek.net/3inch-dual-action-backing-plate.html)
https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-ndtdat03b2/images/stencil/640w/products/5385/20354/lake-country-mfg-3-in-dual-action-flexible-backing-plate__73879.1666455011.jpg?c=1
Coatingsarecrack
08-17-2023, 02:45 AM
I find sometimes lifting a little of top or bottom will get it spinning again. Reduce pressure when doing and I increase arm speed


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