Polishing working time

[AndrewF]

How important is polish working time for a beginner?

 

[rider9195]

It is an important factor. The one thing you don't want to do is dry buff. Most polishes have a good working time and are user friendly.

 

[truckbutt]

How important is polish working time for a beginner?

It depends on what "polish" you are using. Some have abrasives (M205, P085rd) and some don't (BFGEP, Duragloss #105). Some abrasives are DAT (P085rd) and some are SMAT (M205). It's very important to familiarize youself with the specific characteristics of the product that you are using as well as the manufacturer's application instructions. AG does a great job of posting these recommendations for the products it sells.

 

[Mike PhillipsMike Phillips is verified member.]

Read these two articles,

This one has tips on maximizing buffing cycle or "polish working time"

Tips for working in warm/hot weather or direct sunlight



This one is an article everyone should read "before" starting out learning to machine buff...


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