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Title: Talk to me about machine polishing on a budget
Post by: jmsheahan on 11 August 2011, 15:36
Hi all,

I'm getting a bit fed up of the poor paint on my Tornado red Mk2 and am looking into machine polishing. Basically, I know nothing about it. Zilch. I've been reading up on a fair few points however the likes of 'detailingworld' and the more hardcore cleaning techniques scare the hell out of me! I need things in basic English  :grin:

I've established I need a Dual Action polisher as I'm extremely paranoid about burning through the paint (I've experienced this before, not good). I'm looking to basically freshen up the paintwork in general. Not expecting a flawless finish, just something that'll breathe some life back into the car. I spent a whole day recently polishing, waxing etc by hand and it still looks rubbish.

This is what I'm looking to get rid of (this was a week after the day of cleaning):
(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y235/jmsheahan_44/IMG_5299.jpg)
Oxidation, watermarks and general 20 years worth of swirls and scratches.

I'm not looking to spend a fortune so will probably be looking for second hand machine. Can anyone more experienced recommend a good but budget polisher with a few pads to go with it? Current kit includes SRP, Red Moose Glaze, Britemax cutting compound and Jetseal 109.

Cheers!
Title: Re: Talk to me about machine polishing on a budget
Post by: Dan J on 11 August 2011, 16:09
drop chris at waxamomo a message and he'll sort you a kit out to suit your budget. it'll be money well spent mate.
Title: Re: Talk to me about machine polishing on a budget
Post by: jmsheahan on 12 August 2011, 16:47
Quote from: Purple Haze on 11 August 2011, 16:09
drop chris at waxamomo a message and he'll sort you a kit out to suit your budget. it'll be money well spent mate.

Ta, will do.  :smiley:
Title: Re: Talk to me about machine polishing on a budget
Post by: waxamomo on 12 August 2011, 16:53
Hi,

Drop me an e-mail or PM and i'm sure I can sort you out with a good bit of kit. I could have something absolutely perfect for you  :wink: My second hand Meguiar's G220? If not, can always sort you a good deal out on a Dodo Buff Daddy.

Chris
Title: Re: Talk to me about machine polishing on a budget
Post by: Jimble on 13 August 2011, 10:09
Is the Buff daddy exactly the same as the original das6 but with a dodo juice sticker on?
Title: Re: Talk to me about machine polishing on a budget
Post by: waxamomo on 14 August 2011, 10:57
Quote from: Jimble on 13 August 2011, 10:09
Is the Buff daddy exactly the same as the original das6 but with a dodo juice sticker on?

It comes out the same factory but not exactly the same machine. It's about 95% the same I think. As far as I can remember, it comes with a longer lead, a better backing plate, and the Dodo carrying bag.
Title: Re: Talk to me about machine polishing on a budget
Post by: jmsheahan on 15 August 2011, 09:42
Quote from: waxamomo on 12 August 2011, 16:53
Hi,

Drop me an e-mail or PM and i'm sure I can sort you out with a good bit of kit. I could have something absolutely perfect for you  :wink: My second hand Meguiar's G220? If not, can always sort you a good deal out on a Dodo Buff Daddy.

Chris

Cheers Chris, a PM will be on your way later :smiley: