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First Buffer
So I am planning on ordering my first ever buffer. But I need help deciding. There is so many different types of polishers. Then there are so many brands. Then there are so many series. So I don't even know where to start in buying a new polisher. I have always done things by hand. And I don't exactly have a lot of money to spend. So a good quality polisher that wont break the bank is needed. Please help.
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Re: First Buffer
As you start out a lot of people begin with the Porter Cable and the Flex, I personally like rotaries. Metabo and Makita are my choices.
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Super Member
Re: First Buffer
as a newb myself, I went with the Porter Cable 7424 that was in a kit. I got some extra pads. If you're nervous about the whole machine polishing thing, then the PC might be the best bet for you. If you're like me though, I read and watched so much prior to my purachase, that I felt more confident. I kinda wish I would have gone for the Flex DA, but the PC is a reliable, affordable tool that gives great results.
Good luck with your purchase.
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Re: First Buffer
Just bought my first also (about a month ago) and after much thought, I went with the Flex. Man am I glad I did. I really can't imagine that the PC is that much safer to use and from many comments the Flex is a smoother operating machine even though more powerful. One thing everyone I think will agree on is the Flex makes faster work on about any correction. The time savings alone made it worth the extra $$ to me. The + I understand on the PC side is the ability to use 4" pads which helps in tight corners but you buy a PC kit and then immediately have to start retrofiting to make it at its best. (Forgive this statement if any of the kits come with 4")
What I can attest to is that the Flex/Menz kit removed pretty much all the swirls/scratches from my Porsche. And if any remained it was an oversight not an issue with the equipment. All I added to the order in terms of the polishing step is a couple extra/varying pads. I will note that I did not use the Glaze included in the kit as a fully corrected car needs no glaze. I plan to use that on my wifes tahoe since her swirls are light (car is new) and I'm too lazy to do a full correction on it right now.
I mean no disrespect to the PC or its owners, much of the work/pictures on this site were done with PC and were my motivation to proceed with at $500+ investment.
Either way, with the proper amount of time and polishing product, I think you can achieve like results, I just put a pretty high value on my weekend time.
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Re: First Buffer
So pretty much I have a choice between
This: Porter Cable 7424 & Foam Pad Kit - Car Buffer
or This: Dual Action Flex Polisher Kit, Lake Country Pads, Flex XC 3401 VRG Buffer
The flex is a lot more expensive, perhaps a little more expensive that I can afford. And I do kinda need those pads. =p
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Re: First Buffer
Originally Posted by Kevzaz
If money is an issue and you are new to polishing go with your first choice! I still use my PC7424 and love it!
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Re: First Buffer
So money being an issue I can certainly understand going with the PC and I appologize I did not catch that statement in your initial post. To anxious to praise the Flex I guess.
One thing I notice though is you have mentioned no polishing products, just the buffer/pads. Do you already have polish(s)? If not, you may consider a kit that includes Menz. or some other products.
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Re: First Buffer
A good inexpensive polish for beginners using PC is XMT. Menzerna is a great line but "A" he is on a budget, and "B" he is a newbie!
Last edited by Meghan; 08-19-2008 at 01:53 PM.
Reason: I can't spell!
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Re: First Buffer
i'm new using a orbit buffer and i went with the PC7424 i would have to say i just used it on sunday and it was fun and easy to use. plus the price is right for a newbie detailer like me. i bought the PC7424 with 5.5 backing plate and CCS orange,white,gray, and blue pads.
09 Subaru Sti (Lightning Red)
06 Subaru Sti (Rally Blue)
05 Scion XA RS2.0 (Spectra Blue Mica)
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Newbie Member
Re: First Buffer
I completely agree with Meghan's post....I bought the XMT PC7424 kit and used it on my Audi last weekend. It did an awesome job and was easy to use. I also purchased some XMT360 to make it easier for a "half" detail. Although I absolutely love this forum, but everyone's situation is different. I chose the XMT after talking to Bobby at AG. It was between the XMT and the Wolfgang kit. How much detailing do you do?
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