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flex orbital Polisher, speeds?
Hi,
I just got my Flex Polisher today.
I would like to know at what speeds should i run the machine to eliminate swirls and scratches . Also, at what speed should i run the buffer to remove wax.
Thanks,
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Re: flex orbital Polisher, speeds?
Congrats! 3401? I'd say 1-3 for applying wax/sealant and 3-6 for correction. Just do what "feels" right. IMO Remove wax by hand. Wax is removed so easily, no need for the machine here. The small surface area of a pad with a MF bonnet on it (don't try to remove wax with just a clean foam pad) will quickly cake up with dried wax residue, leave a haze, and you'll just have to come back and do a final wipe by hand anyway. At least IME.
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Re: flex orbital Polisher, speeds?
Originally Posted by A4 1.8tqm
Congrats! 3401? I'd say 1-3 for applying wax/sealant and 3-6 for correction. Just do what "feels" right. IMO Remove wax by hand. Wax is removed so easily, no need for the machine here. The small surface area of a pad with a MF bonnet on it (don't try to remove wax with just a clean foam pad) will quickly cake up with dried wax residue, leave a haze, and you'll just have to come back and do a final wipe by hand anyway. At least IME.
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Re: flex orbital Polisher, speeds?
What polishes do yo plan to use?
For polishing, I would likely work at speed 5 to 6 and then reduce pressure on the last pass or so.
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Re: flex orbital Polisher, speeds?
Originally Posted by A4 1.8tqm
Congrats! 3401? I'd say 1-3 for applying wax/sealant and 3-6 for correction. Just do what "feels" right. IMO Remove wax by hand. Wax is removed so easily, no need for the machine here. The small surface area of a pad with a MF bonnet on it (don't try to remove wax with just a clean foam pad) will quickly cake up with dried wax residue, leave a haze, and you'll just have to come back and do a final wipe by hand anyway. At least IME.
100% agree!
My name is Jim and I am an Old Auburn Tiger.
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Re: flex orbital Polisher, speeds?
Speed 3 for wax application. Speed 4-6 for correction. Wax removal by hand is a MUST!!!
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