went ahead with this now need a rec on 7" pads...not sure what or where to buy? imagine I'd need applicator and buffer pads...tia
Makita 9237CX2
Makita polisher/buffer pads...
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Lake Country pads for cutting/polishing - be careful.
You do not apply wax/sealant with a rotary.
Honestly, I recommend you cancel the order. With your level of knowledge it is very likely you will damage your paint. Start with a Random Orbital. Griot's makes a very nice one with a lifetime warranty for a few bucks less. They also sell kits complete with everything you need - including a basic introduction to what you are trying to achieve.
Lake Country Cross Cut Rotary Pads
You do not apply a wax or sealant with a rotary - that's like trying to paint a picture with a hammer.
Originally Posted By: rooflessVW
Honestly, I recommend you cancel the order. With your level of knowledge it is very likely you will damage your paint. Start with a Random Orbital. Griot's makes a very nice one with a lifetime warranty for a few bucks less. They also sell kits complete with everything you need - including a basic introduction to what you are trying to achieve.
Lake Country Cross Cut Rotary Pads
You do not apply a wax or sealant with a rotary - that's like trying to paint a picture with a hammer.
I recommend that you tape all edges so you don't burn through.
For $20 you can get a wax spreader and remover at WM. Let the machine and product do the work instead of your arms. Use the foam bonnet to apply the wax or sealant. Then switch to the microfiber bonnet for removal.
The rotary that you have will do a good job of polishing. Which is what gets rid of scratches, microscratches, spider webbing and swirls. When starting out use it on one of the lower speeds and that should keep you out of trouble.
You can also by some door skins or hoods cheaply at the junk yard to practice on. Start out on a small area. Buff off with a plush microfiber. Then wipe with rubbing alcohol to remove the oils from the polish.
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Cut refers to how much bite the pad has to help get rid of defects in the paint. Always start with the least aggressive method since the paint is razor thin. As well as the clear coat.
The most aggressive cut would be wet sanding, followed by compounding with a rotary. Polish is a step down in aggressiveness compared to compound. Meguiars Ultimate Polish would be a good start. An All in One contains a little polish and sealant, AIO. So a one step product. HD Speed is available on Autogeek. One of the guys on here recently used some of it. I'll see if I can find the thread.
https://bobistheoilguy.com/forums/ubbthr...ail#Post4435774
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Yes, it's a cutting pad. Also the paint on the Honda will be soft and may not have a clear coat if the color is white. Which just means to be extra careful with it.
Yes, HD Speed will be fine. I wouldn't use a compounding pad on it though. A less aggressive "polishing" pad will be fine.
Originally Posted By: dblshock
then buff it all off with a wool.
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