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Harbor Freight Polisher
I just purchased the Harbor Freight 6in polisher but have heard that the backing plate is terrible and it's wise to replace it. I'm a complete polishing virgin and need some help getting started. Anyone have advice for a first timers list of accessories?
I have a 2013 F150 with swirls that I would LOVE to see gone!
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Re: Harbor Freight Polisher
Lots of info in this thread...
Mark Your Backing Plate - Makes it easy to see Pad Rotation
More than just marking your backing plate...
I'd recommend getting a copy of my how-to book too, see the links in my Signature Line...
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Re: Harbor Freight Polisher
Your new HF dual action polisher will get the job done. I recommend a 5" backing plate, with 5.5" pads. Also you can use smaller backing plates with smaller pads for more intricate areas.
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What they said. If you don't buy Mike's book, I strongly advise consulting these threads:
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...-polisher.html
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...m-pad-fly.html
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...test-spot.html
Get a 5" backing plate (lake country 5 inch backing plate, 5 inch backin plate, 5 inch hook and loop backing plate) and this pack (with 3 white and 3 orange): Lake Country 5 1/2 x 7/8 inch Beveled Edge Pads 6 Pack, foam pad kit, build a kit, buffing pads, curved edge pads. Not sure if you want to machine apply wax/sealant. If so, grab 3 black or blue of these.
I hear the Hydrotech pads are good as well We Are Car Care -- Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detailing Supplies, Car Buffers & Car Accessories Store.
2011 Toyota Camry SE - Magnetic Gray Metallic
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Re: Harbor Freight Polisher
Here is the info that beamerstrumpet left me and it is just what you want to know about the HF Polisher. I have not used any of the larger more powerful polishers yet but the HF does a very nice job.
I haven't rotated the switch but the cord swap, new backing plate and changing out the grease were big helps. I was stunned by how little grease was actually in mine when I opened up. The larger gear was basically dry and thankfully hand't started to wear out yet.
From beamerstrumpet
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You guys rock, thanks for the help!
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Re: Harbor Freight Polisher
Originally Posted by A.P.A.D.
Your new HF dual action polisher will get the job done. I recommend a 5" backing plate, with 5.5" pads. Also you can use smaller backing plates with smaller pads for more intricate areas.
I agree totally. I went with the Lake Country 5" backing plate and 5.5" pads and found it's a great tool that works very well for my occasional use.
I originally went with the HF DA because I wasn't sure how well I'd like working with a DA, and I didn't want to drop a ton of money on a tool that would be my "trainer". I'm a firm believer in starting cheap and working up to bigger/better as my skills improve. In this case, I wasn't disappointed and really feel no need to upgrade. If/when it dies, I may move on to a better DA.
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Re: Harbor Freight Polisher
You first purchase for your new DA should be a Meguiars Mirror Glaze W67DA G110 DA Polisher 5 inch Backing Plate
That said then a nice set of Lake Country 5.5" foam pads (six pack) 2) Orange 2) White 1) black 1) Blue
This should get you started in the BP and pad department.
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Is it common to need all those pads to polish a car? Would I run through all 6 in any given polish?
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You guys are amazing, I feel like I should pay each of you for the advice. Do you take a check?
I have another question, here is my situation.....I have a 2014 F150 (red) that I believe was a rental truck before I purchased it from the dealership. Needless to say it has been abused by machine washing...over...and...over...and over. Looks great at a distance but to anyone in this forum it looks like a giant spiderweb. I don't consider it to be needing extreme paint correction but what products should I use with these new pads. I know I can read how-to's and do my own research but I need the expert opinion based on my truck's paint job. http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...es/buffing.gif Thanks again!
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