Got a snazzy new buffer for Christmas

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FMW

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Yes Chrismas is early at our house. The buffer is a DeWalt rotary polisher. I ordered and got in some pads and I'm busy reading about how to use it. Obviously I have a lot to learn. Hope my involvement with the forum will be a good learning experience.
 
I also have a Dewalt 849x and yes it will take time to adjust.Just practice on junk panels before moving ahead to your car or someone else's. One feature i like is the soft touch switch for starting or finishing.
 
Mike@DedicatedPerfection said:
Welcome to AutoGeekOnline!

Im guessing you received the 849x? Also which plate and pads did you order?
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Yes, that's right. I bought a set of 8 1/2" pads made by Lake Country both foam and wool. I got polishing and finishing models. I also ordered a 4" set on this site with backing plate. They haven't arrived yet so I'm not sure of the manufacturer. Is there something else I should add?
 
Dannyk said:
I also have a Dewalt 849x and yes it will take time to adjust.Just practice on junk panels before moving ahead to your car or someone else's. One feature i like is the soft touch switch for starting or finishing.
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Thanks. My understanding is that I should use slower speeds and keep it moving. I have an old but low mileage Mercury I can use for practice.
 
Here's two how-to articles both with tips for how to use a rotary buffer. I used the word polisher in one of the articles to separate the threads for Google. :D


How to use a Rotary Polisher

M105 with a W5000 Wool Pad on the DeWALT 849X

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FMW said:
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Yes, that's right. I bought a set of 8 1/2" pads made by Lake Country both foam and wool. I got polishing and finishing models. I also ordered a 4" set on this site with backing plate. They haven't arrived yet so I'm not sure of the manufacturer. Is there something else I should add?
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I would honestly order another size say 6.5" in between what you ordered. The 8.5" pads will be cumbersome to handle if working on a small sedan.

That is unless you are working on RV's, Boats, Planes, etc.
 
Although this article was written for the Flex PE14 the pad and backing plate recommendations will work for any rotary buffer.

The smaller the pad the easier the rotary buffer is to learn how to use and use once you've learned how.

My recommended buffing pads for the Flex PE14


Here's an example from the above article...



Lake Country 6.5" Hybrid Pads in Orange/Cutting, White/All purpose polishing, and Black/Finishing.


Link to 6.5" Hybrid Pads

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Lots of pictures and links...


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Thanks to both Mikes. Ok, I'll order up the 6.5 set. I appreciate the advice from you professionals.
 
Mike, I just have to ask. Did you and Nick take the Batmobile cruising in costume?
 
OK, now that I have the buffer and pads resolved. I ordered some chemicals to use with the buffer. I bought a cutting compound, a mild polish, a clay set, a sealant, a carnauba wax and some microfiber towels. I'm hoping that should handle the exterior work except for plastic trim.

I have two additional questions. My old Mercury has leather seats that are very discolored on the driver seat. I've tried leather cleaner I bought at the auto parts store and it didn't do much. Is there something stronger? The second question involves the aluminum wheels on the same car. The wheels have a silvery crusty corrosion that won't come off with chemicals or pressure washing. I guess I need abrasives. Do I buy a flap sanding attachment for a drill or do I sand by hand? Thanks for any suggestions.
 
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