Detailers>>orbital vs rotary
Evening all, Have a 2007 fifth wheel that I am trying to get to sparkle. From everything I have read on detailing page, a orbital buffer polisher does not "cut" into the clear coat enough to remove...
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I've got three different polishers.
My Porter Cable polisher/sander is a 6" dual action polisher that I use with a wool bonnet to polish my pontoon boat toons. You can also get a 6 or 7" foam pads used to apply polishes and apply waxes. It's easy to use, and will not do damage to your finishes if you're using the right polishes and foam applicators.
My high speed rotary polisher is what professionals use to apply polishes. It too uses different foam applicators. It's like holding onto a bucking bronco, and it's not difficult to burn through a finish--especially at corners and cracks. It will literally liquefy a finish if used properly--and it puts out the best finish. That said, I'm not a professional, experienced polisher.
My orbital polisher is used to remove the polish after using the above polishers or applying car wax by hand. It uses a 9" terry cloth applicator. It is something anyone can use.
Each has its special use. I use the Porter Cable the most.
My Porter Cable polisher/sander is a 6" dual action polisher that I use with a wool bonnet to polish my pontoon boat toons. You can also get a 6 or 7" foam pads used to apply polishes and apply waxes. It's easy to use, and will not do damage to your finishes if you're using the right polishes and foam applicators.
My high speed rotary polisher is what professionals use to apply polishes. It too uses different foam applicators. It's like holding onto a bucking bronco, and it's not difficult to burn through a finish--especially at corners and cracks. It will literally liquefy a finish if used properly--and it puts out the best finish. That said, I'm not a professional, experienced polisher.
My orbital polisher is used to remove the polish after using the above polishers or applying car wax by hand. It uses a 9" terry cloth applicator. It is something anyone can use.
Each has its special use. I use the Porter Cable the most.
