Looking for a good buffer/polisher

neuronyx · 04-20-2007, 02:22 AM

I have always liked Milwaukee tools in the past, however I am not that eager to go out and spend $200 on a buffer.

Since I have no idea who makes a professional buffer, please give me some ideas. Anything within the 80-100 range would be great, but I do not know if that is just wishful thinking.

Thanks.

bad03xtreme · 04-20-2007, 01:26 PM

The Porter Cable 7424 is great!!

Link: Porter-Cable - Products - Tools - Listing - 6 Variable-Speed Random-Orbit Polisher

neuronyx · 04-20-2007, 02:18 PM

I saw that last night after I posted this up. I read that it was not originally designed to be used as a polisher (on clear coats) but it works excellent. I wonder how intense that orbital action is. I own a orbital one (it works poorly though) and your hands are always itchy after using it. The price is pretty decent for the porter cable one though but I am not sure about that motor. $150 for a 3a motor or $200 for an 11 amp one.

Other companies I found were all around the same price range (Makita, Porter Cable, and DeWalt).

wagonproject · 04-20-2007, 11:33 PM

The results you get with the pc are nice but the results with a buffer are so much better, but you run the risk of ruining your paint if your not careful as where on the pc its virtually impossible.

chevy power · 04-26-2007, 12:14 AM

If you are carefull I dont think you will mess the paint up.

wagonproject · 04-26-2007, 12:17 AM

I would practice on a scrap piece just to see what it can do and shit, be pretty pissed if your burnt through your nice paint.

neuronyx · 04-26-2007, 04:53 PM

Maybe I will consider the pc. Knowing me I will somehow manage to burn the clear and that would piss me off to no avail if that happened!

Plus I cant see myself spending $200 on a buffer that I may only use once or so a month.

***philntx*** · 05-09-2007, 12:35 PM

Look at this one. I have it. It's the best I've ever used.

Griot's Garage 1-800-345-5789 - Tools

Powerful 750W Motor
Variable Speed Control
Ergonomic Design
Soft-Start, Constant Speed
4000 - 7000 Orbits/Minute
Flexible 6 1/2 Ft. Power Cord

THE GRIOT'S GARAGE RANDOM ORBITAL... THE BENCHMARK OF THE INDUSTRY
My life's work has gone into developing a random orbital machine polishing system that is safe for your paint and easy for you to achieve flawless results with minimal work. Griot's Garage continues to lead the industry in this field and after sixteen years, I've achieved perfection and so can you. Plus, the older you get, do you still want to be using your arm and elbow to polish and wax your paint to perfection? With the Griot's Garage Polish and Wax System, there is no safer or easier way to remove swirl marks, fine scratches, and apply a protective coating to your paint. Not by wool pads, not by cotton bonnets, not by hand. The problem with the old way of using wool or cotton pads and non-orbital (straight drive) polishers, is that the cutting action was so great that it produced its own heat and swirl marks, burned through the color coat, and damaged the paint. By following the detailed instructions that are included or watching the process with our Machine Polishing DVD, you can polish and wax your car quickly and safely. The results will astound you. What makes it so easy? Our specially engineered Foam Pads, unique Machine Polishes and the Griot's Garage Random Orbital Machine! The problem with other machine polishes is that they have been formulated for non-orbiting machines and are made to work under high heat conditions. With our polishes, the first thing you'll notice is how cool the paint remains. This, combined with the proper foam pads and the machine's unique orbital pattern, eliminates the chance of you accidentally burning your paint. Our hook and loop Foam Pads are 6" in diameter. Start with the Orange Foam Pad if you're going to be removing swirl marks with our polishes or One-Step Sealant. Use the softer and gentler Red Foam Pad for waxing with our Best of Show Wax® or Paint Sealant. You'll notice that our nice thin pads will give you more control and precision over all other pads. Safe for all types of paint. Enjoy paint perfection!

neuronyx · 05-10-2007, 01:51 PM

Hey philntx thanks!

From what I have read this buffer is the same as the PC. Not sure if there is any benefits with either but from what I have read there is none. Would be nice if I can get a deal on pads and polish though when I buy it.

ChrisNJ · 05-14-2007, 09:23 PM

Best price I've seen is 120 shipped for the porter cable. thats from toolup.com then just pick up some pads and the appropriate backing plate from glimmerglassdetailing.com

chevy power · 05-14-2007, 11:30 PM

I bought the harbor freight variable speed. It works amazing for how much it cost, 40$ with a two year warranty out the door. I spent another 100$ on 3m compounds and a couple pads. It comes with a backing pad and is the standard 5/8 -11 shaft.

04-20-2007, 02:22 AM	#1
neuronyx Seeking Insight Age: 22 Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 554 Location: User is: OffLine	Looking for a good buffer/polisher I have always liked Milwaukee tools in the past, however I am not that eager to go out and spend $200 on a buffer. Since I have no idea who makes a professional buffer, please give me some ideas. Anything within the 80-100 range would be great, but I do not know if that is just wishful thinking. Thanks.
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04-20-2007, 01:26 PM	#2
bad03xtreme Choosy moms choose Jeff Age: 27 Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 5,118 Location: Manassas, VA User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher The Porter Cable 7424 is great!! Link: Porter-Cable - Products - Tools - Listing - 6 Variable-Speed Random-Orbit Polisher
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04-20-2007, 02:18 PM	#3
neuronyx Seeking Insight Age: 22 Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 554 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher I saw that last night after I posted this up. I read that it was not originally designed to be used as a polisher (on clear coats) but it works excellent. I wonder how intense that orbital action is. I own a orbital one (it works poorly though) and your hands are always itchy after using it. The price is pretty decent for the porter cable one though but I am not sure about that motor. $150 for a 3a motor or $200 for an 11 amp one. Other companies I found were all around the same price range (Makita, Porter Cable, and DeWalt).
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04-20-2007, 11:33 PM	#4
wagonproject Short Bus Anonymous Age: 21 Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 6,385 Location: Kalamazoo, MI User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher The results you get with the pc are nice but the results with a buffer are so much better, but you run the risk of ruining your paint if your not careful as where on the pc its virtually impossible.
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04-26-2007, 12:14 AM	#5
chevy power Bagged Age: 21 Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 2,124 Location: Canal Fulton Ohio User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher If you are carefull I dont think you will mess the paint up.
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04-26-2007, 12:17 AM	#6
wagonproject Short Bus Anonymous Age: 21 Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 6,385 Location: Kalamazoo, MI User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher I would practice on a scrap piece just to see what it can do and shit, be pretty pissed if your burnt through your nice paint.
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04-26-2007, 04:53 PM	#7
neuronyx Seeking Insight Age: 22 Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 554 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher Maybe I will consider the pc. Knowing me I will somehow manage to burn the clear and that would piss me off to no avail if that happened! Plus I cant see myself spending $200 on a buffer that I may only use once or so a month.
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05-09-2007, 12:35 PM	#8
*philntx* Build them right....Mod Age: 54 Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,123 Location: Plano TX User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher Look at this one. I have it. It's the best I've ever used. Griot's Garage 1-800-345-5789 - Tools Powerful 750W Motor Variable Speed Control Ergonomic Design Soft-Start, Constant Speed 4000 - 7000 Orbits/Minute Flexible 6 1/2 Ft. Power Cord THE GRIOT'S GARAGE RANDOM ORBITAL... THE BENCHMARK OF THE INDUSTRY My life's work has gone into developing a random orbital machine polishing system that is safe for your paint and easy for you to achieve flawless results with minimal work. Griot's Garage continues to lead the industry in this field and after sixteen years, I've achieved perfection and so can you. Plus, the older you get, do you still want to be using your arm and elbow to polish and wax your paint to perfection? With the Griot's Garage Polish and Wax System, there is no safer or easier way to remove swirl marks, fine scratches, and apply a protective coating to your paint. Not by wool pads, not by cotton bonnets, not by hand. The problem with the old way of using wool or cotton pads and non-orbital (straight drive) polishers, is that the cutting action was so great that it produced its own heat and swirl marks, burned through the color coat, and damaged the paint. By following the detailed instructions that are included or watching the process with our Machine Polishing DVD, you can polish and wax your car quickly and safely. The results will astound you. What makes it so easy? Our specially engineered Foam Pads, unique Machine Polishes and the Griot's Garage Random Orbital Machine! The problem with other machine polishes is that they have been formulated for non-orbiting machines and are made to work under high heat conditions. With our polishes, the first thing you'll notice is how cool the paint remains. This, combined with the proper foam pads and the machine's unique orbital pattern, eliminates the chance of you accidentally burning your paint. Our hook and loop Foam Pads are 6" in diameter. Start with the Orange Foam Pad if you're going to be removing swirl marks with our polishes or One-Step Sealant. Use the softer and gentler Red Foam Pad for waxing with our Best of Show Wax® or Paint Sealant. You'll notice that our nice thin pads will give you more control and precision over all other pads. Safe for all types of paint. Enjoy paint perfection!
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05-10-2007, 01:51 PM	#9
neuronyx Seeking Insight Age: 22 Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 554 Location: User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher Hey philntx thanks! From what I have read this buffer is the same as the PC. Not sure if there is any benefits with either but from what I have read there is none. Would be nice if I can get a deal on pads and polish though when I buy it. Last edited by neuronyx : 05-10-2007 at 02:08 PM.
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05-14-2007, 09:23 PM	#10
ChrisNJ Registered User Age: 30 Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 254 Location: jersey User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher Best price I've seen is 120 shipped for the porter cable. thats from toolup.com then just pick up some pads and the appropriate backing plate from glimmerglassdetailing.com
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05-14-2007, 11:30 PM	#11
chevy power Bagged Age: 21 Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 2,124 Location: Canal Fulton Ohio User is: OffLine	Re: Looking for a good buffer/polisher I bought the harbor freight variable speed. It works amazing for how much it cost, 40$ with a two year warranty out the door. I spent another 100$ on 3m compounds and a couple pads. It comes with a backing pad and is the standard 5/8 -11 shaft.
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