Can anyone recommend an orbital buffer?

Newera09 · 10-03-2007, 12:01 PM

So I have gotten pretty fed up with the light scratches and swirls I have found on my car lately and was wondering if anyone had any buffers they could recommend. I have used several waxes and stuff but next year Im gonna be attending less track events and more shows. I have gone to a couple local Auto Zones, Pep Boys , Advanced Auto Parts, etc and dont know what to look for really. The buffer will probably be used to buff 3-4 cars 1-3 times a year. Any product s you guys can recommend to use in conjunction with the the buffer like chemicals , pads, etc?

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WRXdonkey · 10-03-2007, 12:05 PM

http://autopia.org/forum/guide-detai...erfection.html

Porter Cable 7424. Read the link carefully.

and http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....1004&SKU=10925 (they make a kit).

Newera09 · 10-03-2007, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WRXdonkey

http://autopia.org/forum/guide-detai...erfection.html

Porter Cable 7424. Read the link carefully.

and http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....1004&SKU=10925 (they make a kit).

Do you have any personal experience with any of that stuff. First link I think will have all the info I need. Im also curious to know if anyone here has any of their own testimonies of products or techniques they have used.

chewbakarox · 10-03-2007, 12:59 PM

You will find that the PC 7424 is the industry standard when it comes to random orbitals. I have one and love it. It's nearly idiot-proof, as long as you know the basics and do your homework. Good luck.

salvagedSTI · 10-03-2007, 01:03 PM

Check out autopia.org It has a wealth of information for detailing. Porter cable or the ultimate detailing machine are great for a starter. I prefer rotary buffers but those take a bit of experience to use well.

InfamousDX · 10-03-2007, 01:08 PM

Yea I think everyone and their mom (seriously, the vast majority) of us start out and/or are currently using the PC 7424.

EdHilario · 10-03-2007, 01:22 PM

Porter Cable FTW!

TnTWRX · 10-03-2007, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by salvagedSTI

Check out autopia.org It has a wealth of information for detailing. Porter cable or the ultimate detailing machine are great for a starter. I prefer rotary buffers but those take a bit of experience to use well.

+1 for the Ultimate Detailing Machine. Either one you can't go wrong.

WRenXhaven · 11-21-2007, 09:33 PM

Porter cable, CSS pads, Opti Polish, all are your friends.

x2ThorsHammer2x · 11-21-2007, 11:59 PM

Porter Cable, SFX1-3 pads, and SFX1-3 polish. autopia.org has very good write-ups and videos on how to properly use the PC. Just keep the thing moving and you should be ok.

Car door or mirror?

jason.g · 11-23-2007, 02:09 PM

I have a Porter Cable 7336..essentially the same as the 7424 but I like the counterweight better. Cheapo lake county pads and the usual 303,zaino, p21 treatment.
These guys are right tho - autopia is pretty much your salvation.
You're in Boston (crappy winters) also it looks like - does your car stay outside all the time or do you garage? You may want to take that inot consideration for what products you use.

ScoobySnacker · 11-23-2007, 08:32 PM

I really like the Griot's garage one. I have had it for about 2 years now and have loved it since i bought it. I only used it twice a year (once before and after winter) and thats all i need to keep my car looking perfect. I highly suggest it....

truenosan · 11-25-2007, 02:45 AM

i use a makita orbital buffer at work and at home

they are a little bit pricey though

DFWrxWagon · 11-25-2007, 05:03 AM

watch meguiars online for their traveling detail show. Worth the Saturday afternoon. They sell a reboxed PC & have a full line of products available through the professional line that is very reasonably priced & work awesome.

go here:

http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/5886/ShowForum.aspx

rob

mikeythejew · 11-25-2007, 07:50 AM

Sears has a 6" one for $19.00. It gets a

from me.

10-03-2007, 12:01 PM	#1
Newera09 Scooby Specialist Member#: 125294 Join Date: Sep 2006 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: 617	Can anyone recommend an orbital buffer? So I have gotten pretty fed up with the light scratches and swirls I have found on my car lately and was wondering if anyone had any buffers they could recommend. I have used several waxes and stuff but next year Im gonna be attending less track events and more shows. I have gone to a couple local Auto Zones, Pep Boys , Advanced Auto Parts, etc and dont know what to look for really. The buffer will probably be used to buff 3-4 cars 1-3 times a year. Any product s you guys can recommend to use in conjunction with the the buffer like chemicals , pads, etc? * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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10-03-2007, 12:05 PM	#2
WRXdonkey Scooby Specialist Member#: 105437 Join Date: Jan 2006 Chapter/Region: South East Location: New Orleans Vehicle: 2006 STI OBP	http://autopia.org/forum/guide-detai...erfection.html Porter Cable 7424. Read the link carefully. and http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....1004&SKU=10925 (they make a kit).

10-03-2007, 12:59 PM	#4
chewbakarox Scooby Specialist Member#: 25478 Join Date: Oct 2002 Chapter/Region: SCIC Location: I fart 15 psi. Vehicle: 2003 WRX Sport Wagon PSM	You will find that the PC 7424 is the industry standard when it comes to random orbitals. I have one and love it. It's nearly idiot-proof, as long as you know the basics and do your homework. Good luck.

10-03-2007, 01:03 PM	#5
salvagedSTI Scooby Newbie Member#: 145815 Join Date: Apr 2007 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Milwaukee, WI Vehicle: 2002 WRX Wagon WRB Bruised and Battered	Check out autopia.org It has a wealth of information for detailing. Porter cable or the ultimate detailing machine are great for a starter. I prefer rotary buffers but those take a bit of experience to use well.

10-03-2007, 01:08 PM	#6
InfamousDX Scooby Guru Member#: 25413 Join Date: Sep 2002 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: North NJ Vehicle: 2009 junior screwed!	Yea I think everyone and their mom (seriously, the vast majority) of us start out and/or are currently using the PC 7424.

10-03-2007, 01:22 PM	#7
EdHilario Scooby Specialist Member#: 137398 Join Date: Jan 2007 Chapter/Region: E. Canada Location: http://edhilario.ca in Markham Vehicle: 2004 Impreza 2.5RS Platinum Silver Metallic	Porter Cable FTW!

11-21-2007, 09:33 PM	#9
WRenXhaven Scooby Specialist Member#: 43905 Join Date: Sep 2003 Chapter/Region: South East Location: The CBT Vehicle: 02 WRXBastardchild WRB	Porter cable, CSS pads, Opti Polish, all are your friends.

11-21-2007, 11:59 PM	#10
x2ThorsHammer2x Scooby Newbie Member#: 158971 Join Date: Sep 2007 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: Pittsburgh PA Vehicle: It's not an eye for a lesser eye	Porter Cable, SFX1-3 pads, and SFX1-3 polish. autopia.org has very good write-ups and videos on how to properly use the PC. Just keep the thing moving and you should be ok. Car door or mirror?

11-23-2007, 02:09 PM	#11
jason.g Scooby Specialist Member#: 88467 Join Date: Jun 2005 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Super 88 Vehicle: Jway Spec	I have a Porter Cable 7336..essentially the same as the 7424 but I like the counterweight better. Cheapo lake county pads and the usual 303,zaino, p21 treatment. These guys are right tho - autopia is pretty much your salvation. You're in Boston (crappy winters) also it looks like - does your car stay outside all the time or do you garage? You may want to take that inot consideration for what products you use.

11-23-2007, 08:32 PM	#12
ScoobySnacker Scooby Specialist Member#: 105303 Join Date: Jan 2006 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: Oakland Twp, MI Vehicle: 2003 WRX White	I really like the Griot's garage one. I have had it for about 2 years now and have loved it since i bought it. I only used it twice a year (once before and after winter) and thats all i need to keep my car looking perfect. I highly suggest it....

11-25-2007, 02:45 AM	#13
truenosan NASIOC Supporter Member#: 78893 Join Date: Jan 2005 Chapter/Region: VIC Location: Richmond BC Canada Vehicle: 2007 WRX UGM	i use a makita orbital buffer at work and at home they are a little bit pricey though

11-25-2007, 05:03 AM	#14
DFWrxWagon Scooby Specialist Member#: 154005 Join Date: Jul 2007 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Dallas, Texas Vehicle: 2004 WRX Wagon WRB	watch meguiars online for their traveling detail show. Worth the Saturday afternoon. They sell a reboxed PC & have a full line of products available through the professional line that is very reasonably priced & work awesome. go here: http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/5886/ShowForum.aspx rob

11-25-2007, 07:50 AM	#15
mikeythejew Scooby Specialist Member#: 141672 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Liberalville, OH Vehicle: 07' wrx Suzuki DR-Z400S	Sears has a 6" one for $19.00. It gets a from me.