Which polisher is better

[SoFlo1]

I just got the polisher for $60 from harbor freight that has the Velcro on the back. It came with no pads

I found this one at northern tool for $79 for Black Friday.

Which is a better buy and best choice for beginners.

[HateSwirls]

Well since you already have the HF DA start with that.
Ditch the backing plate, not very good and buy you a backing plate that will accept 5.5 inch pads , the smaller pads work better which gives you a better cut.

Ultimate Compound is a good compound to start with along with Ultimate Polish.

Now buy you some good LC flat pads and you'll be ready to tackle pretty much anything for your needs.

[SoFlo1]

Are the back plates expensive? And do you get those at a local store or online only? I have this all purpose compound that I bought from my local supplier. More to removing scratches I believe. What ultimate compound would you recommend?

[HateSwirls]

I don't think I could find a backing plate here where I live but you can buy it here on the site , not expensive.

You can buy Meguiar's Ultimate Compound at any auto parts place, here or at any Wal-Mart.

Try this link

lake country 5 inch backing plate, 5 inch backin plate, 5 inch hook and loop backing plate (http://www.autogeek.net/lc43125.html)


UC

Meguiars Ultimate Compound, polishing compound, rubbing compound, meguiars rubbing compound, meguires, meguiars polish, auto compound polish (http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-ultimate-compound.html)





Are the back plates expensive? And do you get those at a local store or online only? I have this all purpose compound that I bought from my local supplier. More to removing scratches I believe. What ultimate compound would you recommend?

[SoFlo1]

I'll see if harbor freight has a 5 inch. And I'll check out walmart for the ultimate compound and polish. Thank you

[Kengo123]

Harbor freight has a backing plate but it's for a rotary. If you want to buy a backing plate locally, you can probably find it at an automotive paint store

Check that link that hate swirls posted otherwise

[07RS4]

SoFlo...the link in your sig, is that a link to your detailing shop in Florida?

Brandon's Auto Detailing | Premium Auto Detailing in Ocala, FL. (http://brandonsautodetail.com/)

Just curious...because you normally don't hear questions like this from someone that already owns/runs a detailing business.

Are the back plates expensive? And do you get those at a local store or online only?

[af90]

SoFlo...the link in your sig, is that a link to your detailing shop in Florida?

Brandon's Auto Detailing | Premium Auto Detailing in Ocala, FL. (http://brandonsautodetail.com/)

Just curious...because you normally don't hear questions like this from someone that already owns/runs a detailing business.

Are the back plates expensive? And do you get those at a local store or online only?

Here's another question, why does the Carrera GT have a signature for another detailing website on the bottom right?

[07RS4]

Another good question...that place is in Washington?

[SoFlo1]

SoFlo...the link in your sig, is that a link to your detailing shop in Florida?

Brandon's Auto Detailing | Premium Auto Detailing in Ocala, FL. (http://brandonsautodetail.com/)

Just curious...because you normally don't hear questions like this from someone that already owns/runs a detailing business.

Are the back plates expensive? And do you get those at a local store or online only?

Oh no I don't. I am detailing mobile but I haven't started advertising anywhere. Just need the site cached with google and all that fun stuff.

[jankerson]

I'll see if harbor freight has a 5 inch. And I'll check out walmart for the ultimate compound and polish. Thank you

I would recommend getting a better quality backing plate like in the link Hate Swirls posted.

Backing plates are extremely important so getting a quality product is highly recommended.

[SoFlo1]

Yeah I don't have a problem ordering one because I'm still new and I will be washing more cars right now than polishing.

[jankerson]

Yeah I don't have a problem ordering one because I'm still new and I will be washing more cars right now than polishing.

You will be a lot happier with a better backing plate. :xyxthumbs:

[Vegas Transplant]

The one that makes you the most $$$.
Your rep is riding on your tool/product choice and skill.

[07RS4]

Oh no I don't. I am detailing mobile but I haven't started advertising anywhere. Just need the site cached with google and all that fun stuff.

Who's shop is that in your Signature?