when should respirators be used?

[Bullitt AK]

as far as machine polishing should i use a respirator? and i cant seem t find a straight answer on this but is there any lead in modern auto paint?

[Derrick]

as far as machine polishing should i use a respirator? and i cant seem t find a straight answer on this but is there any lead in modern auto paint?

Hello Bullitt AK.
I wrote an article about this a year ago. Hopefully it will answer your questions.

Here it is:
The Dangers of Detailing! (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/18718-dangers-detailing.html)

As far as I know, there is no lead in domestic or imported automotive paint, but it might sneak in from some new car maker who don't watch their suppliers closely. Regardless I would still use a respirator.

One Autogeek poster said there is lead in automotive paints.
Here's the link: http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/27124-there-lead-automotive-paints.html

Derrick

[AeroCleanse]

as far as machine polishing should i use a respirator? and i cant seem t find a straight answer on this but is there any lead in modern auto paint?

If you feel safer using one, go ahead. Far as I know there is no lead in modern auto paints.