Using a DA polisher for the first time

[Coopers ST]

Is there a video that will explain the polisher to use for the first time? Like that speeds and why, and what pads and why?

[carenthusiast]

Is there a video that will explain the polisher to use for the first time? Like that speeds and why, and what pads and why?


There are lots of good videos online and, in fact, I learned how to use my rotary buffer by watching a youtube video.

But keep in mind that not all videos are very helpful.

Some videos are created for advertisement purposes and most show cars that are in a very good condition to begin with and take almost no effort to treat.

The good news is that you may not even need a video tutorial for DA application, because unlike rotary it is unlikely that you will cause any harm to your paint by DA. So, you can just take the passes over the paint and see how it works as you go. Having good pads, backing plate and prime your foam pads are probably the most important elements of DA (with rotary your personal skills are what will make a difference between failure and success). Just don't expect it to be a 'breeze'. It's a hard and exhausting work if you want to get good results. I would say almost anything in detailing comes at a cost. You may even be frustrated, not seeing results you expect. But it can be fun and great deal of pleasure if you handle it the right way and everything comes together as you work.

What are you planning to do with DA? What is your paint/clear coat condition?

[HateSwirls]

Here is a video I made, not sure how helpful it may be for you but here you go.:dblthumb2:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nByJC_ShuRc

[Coopers ST]

I just ordered the GG 6 along with a few extra Lake County flat pads. Should be here next week from AG. I have one car that is new, but like many new cars has a few swirls and fine scratches that can only be seen in the right light. The other is a 2005 Santa Fe with average or better paint. I have always maintained it by hand, but it is getting harder to get great results as the car gets older. I have always wanted a DA and just finely got one. What I want is for my cars to look better than 95% of the other cars on the road with them.

[Coopers ST]

Here is a video I made, not sure how helpful it may be for you but here you go.:dblthumb2:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nByJC_ShuRc


Thank you! This looks like something I can figure out.

[HateSwirls]

This one is a little better for you.
I since then switched to the 5.5 inch pads.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=5CkIYsLCrGU

[rouxster]

I think Mike does a great job explaining how to use a DA polisher in these videos

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/20021-definitive-how-article-removing-swirls-scratches-water-spots-using-porter-cable-7424xp-g110v2-griot-s-garage-polisher.html

[Robbiek]

Look up junkman2000 on youtube he has some really good info about using a da

[cleanmycorolla]

There's a sub forum here with like every how to video on auto detailing ever.

[RLucky82]

How to Articles - Auto Geek Online Auto Detailing Forum (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/)

How to do anything detail related you can think of.

[Coopers ST]

How to Articles - Auto Geek Online Auto Detailing Forum (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/)

How to do anything detail related you can think of.

Thank you, can't wait till I get home to start reading. Actually I may take a couple hours vacation today and get a early start.

[Mike Phillips]

Lots of YouTube videos for sure...

Here's a DVD that Yancy and I created and it's actually incredibly detailed and thorough...



Brand new DVD's on how to detail your car, all include using the Porter Cable 7424XP

How to Properly Use the Porter Cable 7424XP Dual Action Polisher (http://www.autogeek.net/porter-cable-dvd.html)
Learn how to polish and protect your vehicle with the user-friendly Porter Cable 7424XP Dual Action Polisher. Mike Phillips walks you through the essential steps to maintaining a smooth, glossy finish with this machine. The techniques you learn are transferable to many other 6 inch dual action polishers.

In this DVD, Mike discusses pad selection, polish application, how to make a section pass, and how to apply wax with your PC, plus many more tips developed through Mike's years of experience detailing cars.

Mike Phillips is our Director of Training at Autogeek. He teaches machine polishing classes here in the Autogeek Show Car Garage several times a year, where detailers learn the techniques you'll see in this video. Now you can bring Mike into your own garage with this DVD, "How to Properly Use the Porter Cable 7424XP Dual Action Polisher."



http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1313/PorterCableDVD.jpg



I've been using this tool and teaching others how to use this tool as long and in most cases longer than anyone still breathing and most of what I see in other videos is a retelling of what I shared years ago...

Here's the first DVD ever on how to use the PC or similar versions dating back to 2006

http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/8134HowToDVD.jpg



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[Mike Phillips]

This DVD is incredibly detailed also with not only how to use the PC but tons of tips and techniques I share after detailing cars and teaching others for a lifetime now...



Pinnacle Complete Car Care System Instructional How-to DVD (http://www.autogeek.net/picocarcasyi.html)

The Pinnacle Natural Brilliance How-To DVD has been updated with the latest techniques. Mike Phillips and special guest Matt Steele demonstrate how to use Pinnacle products to create a sizzling shine.

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1313/PinnacleDVD.jpg



Plus my buddy Matt Steele is in this one and he's great guy as well as a very funny guy...



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[Mike Phillips]

Here's Bruno Massel and myself, this one also has tons of tips and techniques shared throughout the video...


Wolfgang Concours Series Instructional How-To DVD (http://www.autogeek.net/wolfgang-how-to-dvd.html)
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1313/WolfgangDVD.jpg



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[Mike Phillips]

Here's an article that walks you through the entire process with videos embedded plus links to more info and TONS of info...


How To Detail Your Brand New Car by Mike Phillips (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/54451-how-detail-your-brand-new-car-mike-phillips.html)


Here's one of the truck that we've detailed here at Autogeek and it went from a swirled out mess to a flawless, show car finish...


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1290/54Ford50.jpg
1954 Ford F-100 - Modeled by Janna (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-autogeek-s-car-week/42302-1954-ford-f-100-modeled-janna.html)



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