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      11-25-2018, 02:54 PM   #1
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Power Buffer Question

Ordered a 7” inch variable speed dual-action polisher

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Chemical Guys WAC_110_16 - Extreme Top Coat - Wax And Sealant In One.

Never used one before - any advice?
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      11-25-2018, 05:41 PM   #2
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I just put "how to use a random orbital polisher" in Google search - the first 3 videos will get you started, and the links that follow are also helpful. Good luck!
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You’re right - first vid from Chem Guys is great - thanks

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Yeah pretty simple if you bought a beginner type polisher. Just make sure you get a couple pads for each different type of use (compound, wax, sealant, whichever) Also no need to over do it on the amount of products to use on a single panel. Oh and let the polisher work. Let it do its job, no need to force things. If you understand what I mean.
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5.5 inch flat pads from Lake Country. Smaller size is easier to work with.
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gave it a whirl - left some marks that came off pretty easy - for now I’ll probably hand apply and use the polished to remove - the application process takes a bit of practice - thanks for the info
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The polisher is best used to polish - you can't move your hands fast enough to get much swirl or scratch removal/correction. It's easy to apply & remove wax/sealant by hand.
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