Buffer / Polisher

**MRKensRT** · 01-02-2011, 08:30 AM

Morning,

I am a begginer for polisher / buffer. I would like to buy a kit thats for the novice detailer. I jus want something that is easy to use and will not get me in trouble. I have seen alot of polisher/buffers here on this site but need some help before making the jump.

THANKS !!!!!

**BobbyG** · 01-02-2011, 08:34 AM

Here's one that contains some of the necessities however there are many to choose from.

XMT Porter Cable 7424 Intermediate Swirl Remover Kit, polishing kit, xmt polishes, detailing kit

**James K** · 01-02-2011, 08:46 AM

When I got mine I made my own kit. I got the porter cable along with a six pack of pads, and the xmt conditioner and cleaner. I then picked out my own polish and wax.

The kit that bobby posted is a good starter kit though.

**batb** · 01-02-2011, 09:38 AM

I purchased a PC7424 kit through AG. I like the PC but found out that I did not like the 6.5 inch pads that came in the kit. I ended up buying 5.5 inch pads. I believe I have seen posts on the 5.5 inch pads being recommended for the PC. I am new to this so I am sure that others that have more experience will give better input.

**nava222** · 01-02-2011, 10:10 AM

Is it ok for the beginner to jump to the rotary?

**James K** · 01-02-2011, 10:34 AM

I originally learned on a rotary back in 1993, so sure. Although this is when I was in school for auto body repair. We made lots of test panels that we painted ourselves. I would not recommend going straight to a car with a rotary though.

When I got back in to detailing recently, I purchased a PC to work with first so I could vet the feel of it again. Things have come a long way since the mid 90's. My trusty old rotary was stolen, so I just purchased a new one to get back in to rotary use.

If you do decide to get a rotary, pick up some junk panels from a salvage yard and practice on those for a long time.

**nava222** · 01-02-2011, 11:00 AM

Originally Posted by M.P. Cobra Fan

I originally learned on a rotary back in 1993, so sure. Although this is when I was in school for auto body repair. We made lots of test panels that we painted ourselves. I would not recommend going straight to a car with a rotary though.

When I got back in to detailing recently, I purchased a PC to work with first so I could vet the feel of it again. Things have come a long way since the mid 90's. My trusty old rotary was stolen, so I just purchased a new one to get back in to rotary use.

If you do decide to get a rotary, pick up some junk panels from a salvage yard and practice on those for a long time.

Thank you for your advise.

**dbbrooks** · 01-02-2011, 11:13 AM

You can't go wrong with the PC7424. It's a great machine and if you're a newb it will keep you out of trouble. Stay with 5.5" pads and experiment with different materials until you get the results you want. It is best to stay within product lines as you go through different stages of correction. The manufacturers design their materials to work together.

**ScottB** · 01-02-2011, 01:36 PM

If I bought my first combo today heres what I would order personally:

Griots Random Orbital Buffer
5 inch backing plate
5.5 inch Hydro Tech or Flat Pads
Menzerna SIP Polish
Menzerna 085rd

Now thats a combo that will please all, and also makes it fun and easy with noticable differences.

**BobbyG** · 01-02-2011, 01:41 PM

Originally Posted by nava222

Is it ok for the beginner to jump to the rotary?

Yes it is!

DA polishers are relatively new and for a long time the rotary was the only choice we had.

Start slow and proceed with caution. There's plenty of reading here and on the Internet so educate yourself a little then move forward....

Oh, by the way; today's rotary's are much easier to learn and come up to speed than the ones I learned on....