Great job! The car looks phenomenal. I also just completed a black Corvette (2005 C6) and had some similar issues. I used a Meguiar's burgundy foam cutting pad with Pro Ultimate Cutter at...
The polisher is a Makita 9227. I'm not too familiar with the Makita 6040; however, I believe it doubles as a DA. The 9227 is strictly a rotary machine.
Here are a few images of a detail I recently accomplished. I was asked to complete a one step correction in order to remove swirls and waterspot etchings.
Here are a few pics of a CTS I recently completed. The car wasn't in horrible condition; however, it has the typical swirls and rids characteristic of multiple runs through automatic wash racks.
I just purchased a wheel brush made from tampico material. The manufacturer indicates the brush is safe for cleaning all types of wheel finishes, however, it feels a little abrasive. Anyone know if...
I was actually talking about the woodgrain on the interior dash (i.e., accent pieces). I can tell the woodgrain has been covered with some type of clear simply because it is glossy; however, I'm not...
I have some light swirls on the woodgrain in my vehicle and was contemplating whether or not a polish would be able to remove these. Just wanted to get some feeback and see if anyone has ever...
Anyone hear Flex is actually owned and operated by Porter Cable? Not sure, however, I have ran across this information several times. If so, PC sure has a monopoly on the DA polisher market.
Although I completely agree with using a least agressive approach, I don't believe the yellow pad and polish were completely responsible for the incident. You did what is commonly recommended; start...
Yeah, the Makita broke down the polish fairly quick; however, I had to compound twice and then follow up with a finishing polish. I operated it at approximately 1200 - 1500 RPMs once I started to...
I got some practice with the rotary on two hoods provided by a local body shop. They didn't come out perfect; however, these hoods were in terrible shape and this is the first time I've ever...
I've just recieved the rotary and managed to pick up two hoods and a bumper from local body shops. I would like to thank everyone again for their valuable input. I've spent the better part of an...
Again, I thank everyone for continuing to provide their input. D & D, I've heard plastic has a tendency to shrivel under the heat of rotary buffers; however, does this happen very quickly or are...
I appreciate all of the helpful input provided. I initially expected a number of persons to try and steer me away from stepping up to the rotary. All of the input has been extremely helpful and has...
I really want to learn how to use rotary buffers and am looking at buying one. My friend has a beater vehicle and has agreed to let me learn on it. I know quite a few of you use rotary buffers and...
I would start out using a high grit sandpaper and moving down to more agressive grits as necessary. Mix some auto wash and water, soak the sandpaper, and gently sand the surface. Make sure to keep...
I wanted to thank everyone for looking out for me. A lot of information was brought to my attention which I had not previously considered. I decided not to pursue the purchase.
I have a rhino liner for my truck and was wondering what is the best way to clean it and get it looking black again. So far, I've tried using a foaming tire wet, however, it didn't do much.
Thanks, D&D and Bunky for the advice so far. Do you know of anything I can do to ensure this isn't a shady situation. Of course I would get a carfax report, however, do you think talking to a Benz...
I am considering buying a 2005 Mercedes E320 from a private seller in my area. KBB lists the vehicle at 35,000 and this individual is selling it for 25,000. The vehicle is in pristine condition;...
