how to buff single stage paint?

[kjimpressions]

Hi all, im curious on what different precautions need to be taken when buffing single stage paint. im sure its much more workable, but have never actually tried working with it.

advice?

[Dr Oldz]

Same except the pads get dirtier from oxidation and abraided paint. So just keep the pads clean. Some SS can be pretty soft in comparison to modern clears.

[kjimpressions]

hmm ok. these cars i have to do are show cars and arnt in any form of bad shape. they just need to be polished. all i have is rotary. soo like 1000rpm or so?

[Dr Oldz]

Speed depends on polish too. So to just say xxxxx RPM's is not giving good advise. Check what your polish requires and try a test spot from there. Different polishes break down differently with different RPM's.

[BillyJack]

Without a tough clearcoat, you may be working with more delicate edges and ridges. Definitely be generous with the masking tape.
Bill

[ScubaCougr]

My recent experience as a newbie with Griots and a couple different polishes:
DA Practice on 'The Beast': 73 Nova

If it's not listed, I polished with the Griots on 6 and applied the wax on 3. Dr. Oldz is right about doing a test spot to be certain with your products. Also about pads gumming up quickly. Have a bunch and/or plan to wash every panel.

[Mike Phillips]

Without a tough clearcoat, you may be working with more delicate edges and ridges. Definitely be generous with the masking tape.
Bill

Good advice...

I have some information about the paint hardness of single stage paints in this thread.

The Lesson White Paint Teaches Us