buying my first detailing machine!

[sapple89]

alright i am a complete noob and i have searched thro the site.

i have an 07 white cayman and i just got finished dawning the car twice and claying(the 1st time) and i am now wondering what the next step is. polish and then wax i belive which leads me to my next question. what machine should i use to apply wax and polish. a pc or a rotary?(i dont really know what a rotary is)
keep in mind im trying to keep the $ as low as possible (under 150)

[Roger V]

I would go with a PC.

You can pick one up for 99$ on ebay. This is your safest bet and you won't have to worry about some of the mistakes you can make with the rotary.

[ConglomrationAL]

I second that. It's impossible to screw up with a PC.

I got mine at toolsplus.com. Cheapest tool site around.

[sapple89]

Next question. What kind?

[atticdog]

porter cable 7424

[sapple89]

what kind of pads should i start off with. i am thinking of detailing a few cars for money in the later future

[sapple89]

and where can i pick one up from a local shop, i hate waiting!

im in los angeles if that helps

[noooorb]

Sorry but I have to say that you gotta learn to use the search function. All of these questions have been more or less answered.

[bigfoot]

Lowes used to have them, but I'm more than sure they're gone from the shelves by now(I got one for $45.00) you can't go wrong when ordering packages from Danase.com or autogeek.net Depends where you are located to get it sooner.

[Changeling]

Cyclo, the easiest running, smoothest running orbital type detailing machine you will encounter! Not cheap, but quality never is. Has 2, 4 " heads that can be turned sideways/whatever to get into the majority of places, be it small or whatever.
At least 5 times easier to use than the PC, won't shake you to death and leave your hands feeling like you've been attached to a chain/buzz saw, Cheaper pads, although you do need 2 (2 heads).

If you are seriously considering a tool (orbital type) this is the best there is!
Changeling

When I say expensive it is sort of a relative thing, you will spend probably $100.00 more for a cyclo than a PC, while searching the Internet for deals. Easier on pads/wallet Legiondary rugedness and the best customer service in the world!

The best analogy I can think of for the PC vs Cyclo would be the difference between 12:00 midnight and 12:00 . All the lights will come on and you will understand why the cyclo kicks donkeys !
Good luck, Changeling