Scott,
A couple years ago I did some research on this subject and ended up buying a
variable speed polisher with *electronic* speed control. The trigger is
simply on-off with a trigger lock. A dial allows you to select the maximum
rpm. The *electronic* speed control is used to keep the speed of the
polishing bonnet constant, regardless of load. I bought a Makita from
Harbor Freight. Here's a link
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=37642
This polisher is not random orbital and uses a wool pad. I would never use
a high speed buffer on automobile paint because it will eat up too much
paint. Remember, polish is an abrasive-mild, yes-but still an abrasive.
Polish is to remove the surface layer of oxidation and dirt. Most polishes
also have an ingredient to protect. If you just want to protect, use a good
paste wax and apply by hand in the shade.
Stephen I. Early
Portfolio Conversions
MBNA America
302.457.4788
800.441.7048 x74788
stephen.early@mbna.com
-----Original Message-----
From: Isensee@aol.com [mailto:Isensee@aol.com]
Sent: Monday, September 23, 2002 12:41 PM
To: Bricklin@autox.team.net
Subject: Buffing Paint
I have always used a high speed power buffer with a wool pad for polishing
my Bricklin. Somebody told me recently that it is better to use a random
orbital buffer with a foam pad. I looked at a few stores and am confused by
the variety of sizes, speeds, prices, quality of pads, etc. Can anyone
suggest what I should look for?
How should the foam pads be cleaned? Should a different type of polish be
used with a random orbital buffer than with a high speed buffer?
Scott Isensee
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