Measuring paint thickness

Danforz · 02-28-07, 06:54

Hey guys, do you do this on EVERY vehicle which you use a PC on? Do I need to purchase one of these machines for my weekend outfit?

Danforz · 03-02-07, 03:05

Any input?

SilverSeven · 03-02-07, 04:01

What are u working on with the PC....? If u are using the PC for waxing then u might not need it. But if u are removing defects, imperfections, swirls, scratches every weekend then it's a good idea. Altho if u are using mild polishes eg. OP, M80, MFP...eh lets say twice to four times a year. U should need not worry bout the Clear Coat being polished out. Hehehe...

jmsc · 03-02-07, 05:26

PC no. I've never read on here where anyone using a PC has gone thru cc.

Rotary yes. Some have burnt cc/paint and some have not. I would own an ETG if I was using a rotary on customers' cars. My .01.

velobard · 03-02-07, 07:38

The most I'd probably ever get for my own personal use is a magnetic gauge. I know they're not nearly as accurate as the electronic ones, but there's no way I could justify the expense of an electronic one just for my own use.

Danforz · 03-02-07, 03:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by SilverSeven

What are u working on with the PC....? If u are using the PC for waxing then u might not need it. But if u are removing defects, imperfections, swirls, scratches every weekend then it's a good idea. Altho if u are using mild polishes eg. OP, M80, MFP...eh lets say twice to four times a year. U should need not worry bout the Clear Coat being polished out. Hehehe...

I'm using a PC, with tools such as VM, RMG, kAIO, and Sonux SFX 2. Still need to measure paint?

velobard · 03-02-07, 04:37

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Originally Posted by Danforz

I'm using a PC, with tools such as VM, RMG, kAIO, and Sonux SFX 2. Still need to measure paint?

No, you should be fine.