Any suggestions on a buffer/polisher

[35boulder]

Was wondering what y'all use for a buffer/polisher. I have never owned one would appreciate any suggestions. Thanks

[projectking]

I have a Dewalt with the rpm dial that I really like. I've never used one but heard a lot of people like the HF buffer.

[davepl]

Yes, and I'm passionate about it.

The Meguiar's Microfibre Correction System (MFCS) has a goofy long name but is a spectacular product. Here's the basics:

The best way to polish out a car is with a rotary buffer. Unfortunately it's dangerous, as you can heat a spot really quickly and burn through paint, particular on edges and so on.

The safer way to polish out a car is with an orbital buffer. They won't burn like a rotary, but unfortunately, they don't do anywhere near as good a job.

The MFCS is an orbital that delivers the results of a rotary, but safely. I used it to polish out some shop scratches on a $250K restoration with black paint, and it did a superb job. No way I'd get near that car with a rotary, I'm just not skilled enough. That's something you need to be a pro at before you risk a paint job.

I have no interest in it other than I'm a happy owner of the buffer and products (I really think you need both). I even think the name is silly and usually buy 3M over Meguiars but they hit a home run with this one.

Here's the starter kit for the product, in 5". Buffer sold separately:

Amazon.com: Meguiar's DMCKIT5 DA Microfiber...

[cypressbog]

Makita 10 amp is what a professional car dealer detailer uses.

[Malo83]

I have Griot's 6" random orbital with both 6 and 5" pads, does a great job on the paint
http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/...Picks&refType=

[Willie Makeit]

DeWalt DWP849 and the 3M Perfect-It system.

[35boulder]

Thanks for the help.

[FlameOut]

Originally Posted by cypressbog

Makita 10 amp is what a professional car dealer detailer uses.

This is the one I have. I bought it because I've read many good things about it. Unfortunately, I'm far from professional, but so far it's been working out very nicely for me

[TKCR]

Originally Posted by Malo83

I have Griot's 6" random orbital with both 6 and 5" pads, does a great job on the paint
http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/...Picks&refType=

I also have the Griot's radom orbital. I detail on the side and it does great. It is guaranteed not to burn your paint. Just a few pics of some of the cars I've done using the Griots. The red Miata, the paint was really faded. After polishing you can now see the reflection of the lights in the garage.

[racecougar]

I just corrected a couple of my cars using the HF DA polisher and Lake Country CCS pads. I'm quite impressed with the power of the HF polisher. Comparing it to the reviews I've read on the loved PC 7424, the HF has more "balls". I used Meguiars UC and M205 on the Cougar. M105 finished well enough on the Mustang that I didn't have to do a second step.

[haycatcher]

We have Makitas and Dewalts in use at work (high volume auto body shop) and they both do a pretty good job. Personally I think the Makita is smoother operationally through the motors rpm range and lighter when buffing cars all day. It's Achilles heal is the cord. After awhile the makitas get an extension cord installed and the original cord removed.