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Wax Buffing Machine
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2009 6:20 pm
by den525
Does anyone know any good ones? I have been using just a waxing cloth in the past, and it gets pretty tiring.
Wax Buffing Machine
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2009 7:20 pm
by MX5CHIC
Considering waxing is not done everyday I just bought a machine from Repco, forget the brand but it is orange and black.
Important to consider is a variable speed type as you should never wax / polish over 1800/2000 rpm or risk burning in your polish. Also a padded rubber base is important and get yourself a few quality buffing and polishing mitts so that you always have a clean one on hand.
Wax Buffing Machine
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2009 7:21 pm
by philz
Just for waxing? or do you want it for polishing as well?
For waxing only, Mother's has a kit, or I'm sure one of those $20-$30 el cheapo ones will do the job.
However, for polishing, I would be using a RO machine.
Wax Buffing Machine
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2009 7:24 pm
by marcusus
I got my mate just some random orbital buffer from Bunnings. Ozito brand or something I think. I just made sure that it had the velcro bit on the bottom so the pads I bought off
Waxit would go on.
It works a charm, and is definitely a lot cheaper than the full on options you can get.
Wax Buffing Machine
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2009 8:35 pm
by Mr Morlock
Forget machines which are not built for purpose. A buffing machine can be used for cutting and polishing. Best bet go to a proper paint supplier one that supplies to professionals and ask them for advice on the different machines.these days they usually have a choice. My local guy was also a painter by trade and you get the right advice. If you buy the right tool it will last you a very long time. If you know any pro painters also not a bad idea to watch them in action. I have a 2 speed machine which I have used for a variety of jobs including heavy sanding and rust removal etc. The right advice avoids getting a machine that is too fast or not powerful enough for different work.
Wax Buffing Machine
Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2009 9:48 pm
by JBT
As a non-professional, you're best to stick with a random orbital buffer/sander for polishing and very minor swirl removal.
A rotary buffer/sander (similar in operation to an angle grinder) can easily wreck the paint at worst and leave holograms and swirls at best in the wrong hands.
As with anything, you get what you pay for. Google Autopia, Detail Paradise or even Meguiars for info and/or videos on machines in use.