Anyone willing to teach How to Use a Rotary/DA Polisher?

[EnzoMC]

Andy - done a fantastic job on the paint, which compounds did you use?

rossyl - on another thread we were looking at a detailing day but i think this will be more of a one 2 one with jerkmoans as not much interest so if your also up for a trip to north MK, i would show you and jerkmoans the various steps with some do's and don't, including machine

 

[EnzoMC]

oops, just seen fcz360 has also offered his services, didn't mean to step on anyones toes

 

[CatmanV2]

I'd be tempted, but I'm just not sure of time, and I *know* my paint is a bit ******* (peeling lacquer and some rust) so I'm not overly worried about damaging it more in learning, nor about getting a mirror finish....

C

 

[jerkmoans]

Andy - done a fantastic job on the paint, which compounds did you use?

rossyl - on another thread we were looking at a detailing day but i think this will be more of a one 2 one with jerkmoans as not much interest so if your also up for a trip to north MK, i would show you and jerkmoans the various steps with some do's and don't, including machine

Looks like we're gaining some traction...

Rossyl: race ya

 

[Brendan]

I would also be interested

 

[rossyl]

Andyk - That looks brilliant. Like a mirror.

rossyl - on another thread we were looking at a detailing day but i think this will be more of a one 2 one with jerkmoans as not much interest so if your also up for a trip to north MK, i would show you and jerkmoans the various steps with some do's and don't, including machine

You would have to be a numpty to do much wrong with a DA really, unless your paint has been polished every month and very thin.

I now use a rotary as it offers much better finish but they are a little dangerous unless you know what your doing. Ive no problem bringing my old DA and showing what can be done but im up in Worcester, maybe next time we get together at an event I could bring the kit along and we can have a demo, Newton is also good with a polisher i believe.

Thanks Enzo and Fcz - very kind of you both. Why don't we have a Northerm AND a Midlands day? I think we'd gt a few people interested.

 

[EnzoMC]

depends what you call midlands ? looks like fcz avatar says midlands, so maybe not that far north of me.

 

[SimonCC]

detailing

Hi Rossyl

I bought a Meguirs DA polisher a few years ago along with a couple of polishes. I studied the detailingworld forums and asked a few questions, then when I had enough knowledge I took on both our cars.

First step after washing is to clay the paint. This takes away the contamination and leaves paint work glossy and glass-like. Next was to use the DA polisher. once this was done its time to wax and protect the freshly cleaned paint.

End results were breathtaking - I'd removed all the swirls and minor scratches and blemishes leaving a beautiful deep glossy finish. But it does take a long time and is hard work. When I tackle the Massy I'm going to do a couple of panels at at time as I work slowly. The detailers certainly do earn their money and produce amazing results, but I would definitely recommend doing it yourself if you have the time - it's very satisfying to stand back and admire knowing you did this.

It's also important to carefully clean the car going forward as your hard efforts will be wasted if you use sponges or get the local east euros at the cheapy car wash to clean it with their harsh chemical cleaning products.

 

[rossyl]

Hi Rossyl

I bought a Meguirs DA polisher a few years ago along with a couple of polishes. I studied the detailingworld forums and asked a few questions, then when I had enough knowledge I took on both our cars.

First step after washing is to clay the paint. This takes away the contamination and leaves paint work glossy and glass-like. Next was to use the DA polisher. once this was done its time to wax and protect the freshly cleaned paint.

End results were breathtaking - I'd removed all the swirls and minor scratches and blemishes leaving a beautiful deep glossy finish. But it does take a long time and is hard work. When I tackle the Massy I'm going to do a couple of panels at at time as I work slowly. The detailers certainly do earn their money and produce amazing results, but I would definitely recommend doing it yourself if you have the time - it's very satisfying to stand back and admire knowing you did this.

It's also important to carefully clean the car going forward as your hard efforts will be wasted if you use sponges or get the local east euros at the cheapy car wash to clean it with their harsh chemical cleaning products.

Thanks Simon, sounds easy enough...but I'm a tad cautious! So Hopefully there will be a detailing day that Enzo is kindly putting on

 

[SimonCC]

Detailing

Thanks Simon, sounds easy enough...but I'm a tad cautious! So Hopefully there will be a detailing day that Enzo is kindly putting on

Hi Ross

I got around to clay/polish/wax the Massey last weekend - now looks excellent, glossy and perfect glass-like finish.

Understand why you maybe a little cautious but if you use a dual action polisher like the Meguirs G220 (and not a rotary polisher) it's as safe as houses, it's impossible to burn through the paint. The rotary polisher is for professionals though, I wouldn't ever use one myself.

Anyway, keep us posted should you get your car detailed by a pro!

Simon