Check this transformation if you want

[phatkid77]

Well. I’m impatient and went and got my dads ride to see how good I could make it. He thought it already looked great. Would be happy if I improved headlights

2007 Chevy equinox.
Black
Used PC
HEXLOGIC orange pad
Griots correcting cream
Then white pad with a quick shot of black light and then zipped a quick coat of. 476

He was beaming when he picked it up.
Took 3-3.5 hr.

Before. At pick up











Thanks for looking



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[Coleroad]

That`s a nice transformation for your dad. Way to take care of him. He`ll see better at night now too.

[65chevy]

nice save there

[Stokdgs]

phatkid77 !!!
Wow ! What a difference !!!
You are getting better with more hours, that`s for sure !
Think about what you learned every time you get behind a machine and save those lessons for the next time you start it up again..
Great job - on Black !!!!
Thanks for all that hard work, then more work to take, edit, and post your pics ..
Dan F

[phatkid77]

Well. This is something that will make you guys laugh
Can’t remember how many times..ATLEAST 4 or 5 I would lift the PC up while holding it at power 6.
And of course... slung crap everywhere. Even place I just finished.... just terrible lol.
This obviously added to the time. Lol.
Windows.... tires. It all got hit. Hell I look like I was painting a bathroom

Phats


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[Stokdgs]

phatkid77 ---

See, you learned for next time - Do NOT lift machine up without FIRST letting go of trigger or pushing trigger in to disengage trigger-lock feature...
I am so happy that you did such a great job on your Dad`s vehicle !! Clarity and gloss is amazing..
Dan F

[dcjredline]

Love the boss correcting cream. Nice work

[SWETM]

Nice work and write up and pictures! You did work fast too!

/Tony

[Accumulator]

phatkid77- Glad it turned out so well and that your Dad was pleased! That`s a lot to get done in that amount of time.

Now about that "being impatient" and *especially* "lifting the PC" and so on...you wouldn`t slip up like that at work now, would ya?!? Sorry, couldn`t resist busting you on that

[Ronkh]

Nice work

[WaxAddict]

You won`t get much love with this crowd on the Black Light, but I like it. Also GCC and 476.. all great stuff.

hmmm, 3 to 3.5 hours. If that includes the wash, you are The Flash.

[phatkid77]

Lol. Yeah. I’m impatient.
Much rather do it in 2-2.5.

Spruced mine up today. 1.3/4 of the car. Quick CC and 476



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[phatkid77]

phatkid77- Glad it turned out so well and that your Dad was pleased! That`s a lot to get done in that amount of time.

Now about that "being impatient" and *especially* "lifting the PC" and so on...you wouldn`t slip up like that at work now, would ya?!? Sorry, couldn`t resist busting you on that

Nahhh. I don’t use my physical strength. I use my quick wit and mouth. Kisses them off more. (Aka try to get them to swing first. Never works. Lol)


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[Lonnie]

Even operating a DA Porter-Cable, there are indeed, methodology/technique "tricks" to its use, as you found out the hard way. Here`s my PC-newbie list of common-sense usage:
1) Before connecting the PC electrical cord connector to at least 12 Gauge-wire extension cord, check that the PC switch is in the OFF position. Sound easy, but it is much easier to forget, especially if the extension cord and PC cord come apart, for what ever reason.
2) Drape/wrap the electrical cord over your shoulder so the cord does not rest against he paint of the vehicle as you move over it, like the hood or roof.
3) Tie a knot between the extension cord and the PC cord to prevent the electrical connectors from coming apart OR (better) buy a cord-connector tie and use it.
4) When setting it down with the pad on it, try not have it flop over onto the pad and pick up any contaminants that may scratch the paint as you continue to polish. If it does, clean that pad, or use a new or cleaned pad of the same type.
5) If the PC seems to vibrate too much, shut it off and re-center it on the backing plate. Even a slight mis-centering can cause a lot of vibration.
6) Do not overuse a pad for any length of time. Too much heat will literally melt the Velcro adhesive and cause the Velcro to delaminate (separate) from the pad. You will learn this the hard way when one flings across the vehicle as you are working and slightly lifting the PC from the surface.
7) Do not put too much pressure on the pad. Rather, let the weight of the PC, the pad itself, and the compound/polish do the work of removing the scratches and swirls. If you do, the oscillation/rotation of the PC is defeated or "stalled", and the cutting motion is negated. What you will have to do is to: a) stop and wipe off the compound/polish, b) add additional compound/polish to the pad, and c) go over that area again. This may need to be repeated 3 or 4 times before an area is corrected completely. It is just a working limitation of the PC and its motion.
8) Add a 1/4-20NC X 3/8" long hex-socket head cap screw to the OPPOSITE SIDE tapped hole of the PC where the single-grip handle extension connects IF you are using such a handle. It helps reduce the PC vibration. Just make sure it is fastened tightly in the tapped hole.

[phatkid77]

Yeah. Noticed my handle almost came right off the other day!! Vibrated itself loose?
Gunna get the GG6 prob. I’d do 15 but substantially more. Maybe if I started making actual money doing on side


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