Newb DA Questions

[The Beast]

Hello all, I posted this in another section of the forum...but this maybe the more appropriate section.
I’m looking for some guidance with regards to DA polishing. I have a Black 2010 Acura TL SH-AWD, which had to have a complete repaint due to a paint defect. They did a great job on the paint job, however their polishing left quite a few swirl marks. I’m planning to clay the car, and then polish with a DA to remove the swirl marks. However I’m a bit overwhelmed with all of polishes, pads, IPA, etc. I have a PC 7424, but I’m looking for recommendations on the steps, types of pads, and polishes I should get. I was interested in the Maguire’s DA Microfiber Correction System, but it appears that it is only for OEM paint. Please keep in mind I’m trying to keep this as simple and straight forward for myself since I am a novice. Thanks for help.

[Mike Phillips]

Welcome to Autogeek Online! :welcome:

I just typed out a full reply for you and when I hit the submit button I got an internal error message in the white screen of death...

Hang on...


:)

[Mike Phillips]

Read through these thread threads....

The short how-to guide for using a DA Polisher
How to maximize the ability of the 1st Generation Porter Cable Dual Action Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/27166-how-maximize-ability-1st-gen-porter-cable-dual-action-polishers.html)

DA Polisher Articles - Help for Newbies to Machine Polishing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/questions-about-porter-cable-7424xp-7424-7336-griot-s-meguiar-s-dual-action-polishers/38399-da-polisher-articles-help-newbies-machine-polishing.html)


I would suggest reading this one before you start, not after you run into any issues...

DA Polisher Trouble Shooting Guide (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/37769-da-polisher-trouble-shooting-guide.html)



:)

[Mike Phillips]

Autogeek carries all the best in class products to ensure you get the job done right the first time...

I'm sure others will chime in with their recommandations... here's a 1966 Corvette I buffed out a couple of weeks ago to remove swirls using Pinnacle polishes and waxes...

1966 Corvette Stingray - Machine Polish & Machine Wax (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/show-n-shine/40053-1966-corvette-stingray-machine-polish-machine-wax.html)

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1241/Pinnacle66Vette14.jpg



This Corvette is a re-paint using a basecoat/clearcoat paint system... I used the PC with 5.5" pads and it buffed out easy...

Everything I used on the 1966 Corvette can be found here,

PinnacleWax.com (http://www.pinnaclewax.com/)


Surface Prep - Pinnacle Paintwork Cleansing Lotion, Advanced Swirl Remover and Advanced Finishing Polish
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1241/PinnacleLine03.jpg


Pinnacle Signature Series II, Pinnacle Souveran Paste Wax and Pinnacle Liquid Souveran
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1241/Pinnacle66Vette13.jpg



Porter Cable 7424XP
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1241/PorterCable7424XP2.jpg


Lake Country 5.5" Flat Pads
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1241/5_5FlatPads.jpg


:)

[Mike Phillips]

We used Blackfire products on this 2011 Camaro last night with the Flex 3401 but the Blackfire products will work just as well with a PC

Autogeek's Car of the Week - 2011 Camaro - Modeled by Amy (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/sign-up-open-garage-classes/40438-autogeek-s-car-week-2011-camaro-modeled-amy.html)

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1254/2011RJTCamaro033.jpg

http://www.showcargarage.com/gallery/files/1/2011RJTCamaro032.jpg


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[truckbutt]

We used Blackfire products on this 2011 Camaro last night with the Flex 3401 but the Blackfire products will work just as well with a PC

Autogeek's Car of the Week - 2011 Camaro - Modeled by Amy (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/sign-up-open-garage-classes/40438-autogeek-s-car-week-2011-camaro-modeled-amy.html)

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1254/2011RJTCamaro033.jpg

http://www.showcargarage.com/gallery/files/1/2011RJTCamaro032.jpg


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Blackfire? Imagine that!:props:

[BobbyG]

That Mike Phillips is a pretty amazing guys isn't he! :props:

[The Beast]

Thanks Mike! Nice looking Vette, my dad has a red 66 coupe that he restored...serveral times :)