Porter Cable 7424XP 6-Inch Variable-Speed Polisher on Amazon for $89
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I figured there are probably a few people on here who would appreciate this deal.
If you follow that link, the company selling/shipping it is CPO Outlets and from them it's $109 + $7.99 S&H.
If you look at More Buying Choices to the right, Amazon.com is an option. From them it also shows up as $109 in the cart but there's a $20 coupon that will apply at the end of the checkout sequence (right before you confirm the order). However, the downside from getting it from Amazon is a 3-5 week wait, but CPO currently only has 12 left in stock. I didn't mind waiting to save $28.
If you follow that link, the company selling/shipping it is CPO Outlets and from them it's $109 + $7.99 S&H.
If you look at More Buying Choices to the right, Amazon.com is an option. From them it also shows up as $109 in the cart but there's a $20 coupon that will apply at the end of the checkout sequence (right before you confirm the order). However, the downside from getting it from Amazon is a 3-5 week wait, but CPO currently only has 12 left in stock. I didn't mind waiting to save $28.
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I am assuming this can be used for waxing as well as polishing?
Is there a "starter kit" of pads to get?
Is this going to turn in to a huge time suck with hours spent researching on car detailing websites and I should, instead, just work a couple of hours extra and pay a detailer?
Is there a "starter kit" of pads to get?
Is this going to turn in to a huge time suck with hours spent researching on car detailing websites and I should, instead, just work a couple of hours extra and pay a detailer?
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waxing, polishing, swirl and some scratch removal.
I use all Adams Polishes. Easy to use and gives great results. For me a typical detail lasts 6+ hours. The MSM takes far less. Usually 4ish. If you pay a detailer expect $300 or more depending on the time it takes. For a miata I usually charge $250 for everything. Exterior, interior, wheels, and engine bay.
I use all Adams Polishes. Easy to use and gives great results. For me a typical detail lasts 6+ hours. The MSM takes far less. Usually 4ish. If you pay a detailer expect $300 or more depending on the time it takes. For a miata I usually charge $250 for everything. Exterior, interior, wheels, and engine bay.
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I've been tossing the idea of getting one for a while, thanks for the link. Got it, now I need to spend a bunch more on supplies lol.
I was looking at the Optimum kit on autogeek http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-kit.html or I might just piece something together. They have a bunch of starter kits on there depending on your brand preference.
Wash
Optimum No Rinse http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-no-rinse.html No need to wash with a hose, no it doesn't scratch your paint
Clay:
Pinnacle http://www.autogeek.net/ultra-fine-poly-clay.html
for heavily contaminated cars http://www.autogeek.net/meprdeclag.html definitely need to polish the paint after using aggressive clay
Going to use Optimum no rinse in a spray bottle for lubricant
Pads:
CCS backing plate http://www.autogeek.net/duflbapl6.html
Going to go with the Optimum pads, microfiber is more efficient compared to foam on curved surfaces http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-micr...g-pad-625.html http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-micr...h-pad-625.html and probably some sort of finishing pad, maybe Megs http://www.autogeek.net/mgw9000.html don't need it now though
Cutting/Polish
Optimum compound http://www.autogeek.net/compound-polish.html
Optimum polish http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-final-polish.html
Might just do the 3 for 30 and throw in something else http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-polishes-3pack.html
Wax
Just going to with a spray wax, quick, easy and durable, applies by hand with a MF towel http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-spray-wax.html
I was looking at the Optimum kit on autogeek http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-kit.html or I might just piece something together. They have a bunch of starter kits on there depending on your brand preference.
Wash
Optimum No Rinse http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-no-rinse.html No need to wash with a hose, no it doesn't scratch your paint
Clay:
Pinnacle http://www.autogeek.net/ultra-fine-poly-clay.html
for heavily contaminated cars http://www.autogeek.net/meprdeclag.html definitely need to polish the paint after using aggressive clay
Going to use Optimum no rinse in a spray bottle for lubricant
Pads:
CCS backing plate http://www.autogeek.net/duflbapl6.html
Going to go with the Optimum pads, microfiber is more efficient compared to foam on curved surfaces http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-micr...g-pad-625.html http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-micr...h-pad-625.html and probably some sort of finishing pad, maybe Megs http://www.autogeek.net/mgw9000.html don't need it now though
Cutting/Polish
Optimum compound http://www.autogeek.net/compound-polish.html
Optimum polish http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-final-polish.html
Might just do the 3 for 30 and throw in something else http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-polishes-3pack.html
Wax
Just going to with a spray wax, quick, easy and durable, applies by hand with a MF towel http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-spray-wax.html
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Washing and claying the car shoul remove all wax residue. Or if you really want make sure all wax is removed you can wipe the car down with isopropyl alcohol.
Thats all you need for the pads and what goes with them for polishes. You'll still need a brush to do your wheels and engine. Car shampoo with a bucket and a pad to wash the car. After that its all how intricate you want to be. I have a heated carpet extractpr all my interior cleaner and protection. I have wheel well dressing and tire dressing. I got everything from Adams. You can also buy a lot of their stuff in gallons too.
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http://www.adamspolishes.com/t-Detai...a_Car_Wax.aspx
That shows it better than I can explain it. But yes use the buffer to wax. Just need to adjust the speed. You'll spend longer wIting for the wax to cure than doing the waxing.
That shows it better than I can explain it. But yes use the buffer to wax. Just need to adjust the speed. You'll spend longer wIting for the wax to cure than doing the waxing.