Hello from Chicago!

[chowoutside]

Hey guys!

I have recently been drawn to detailing cars after seeing some before and after photos. Now I look at my cars and wish to make them shine like new.

I have ordered a makita 9227. I know that this is not for beginners, but I plan on practicing on old hoods or fenders before I give it a go on a car.

I just had a couple of questions regarding pads, compound, and polish. There are so many brands and types; I have no idea which to go with. I understand that every car will need a different treatment. What's a good setup to start out with?

If I can master some technique down, I plan on trying to make some money off this during this summer.

Thanks!

[james_death]

Welcome to the forum....

Plenty of guides and tests on the site.

No problem going for a rotary take your time read the guides and practice...

As for pads look for a heavy cut pad a medium cut and a soft pad.

Always start a test section with the lightest cut pad and polish and work up till you get the level of correction you want that way your not taking lacquer off you dont need to...

[chowoutside]

Thanks for the tips james.

[StephenK]

welcome to the forum. aurora here

[WindyCity]

Hello and welcome!

West burbs here!

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[thedirtyshow]

welcome! Chicago southsider here. let's go bulls!

[Kaleb G.]

Welcome! Bloomington-normal here

[kingofsorrow]

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