Circuluar Polisher Help Question?

**Labshark** · 04-16-2003, 02:52 PM

Hello all,

I just ordered my first Circular polisher,

I have some swirl marks, hairline scratches, and minor abrasions on the roof of my brand new Nissan 350z, silver stone.

I am going to be using 3M compounds and polishers, followed by BlackFire protectants.

I will be using low speeds of 1,000 RPM`s and purchased all the needed pads, cotton, wool, foam, etc.

My question: Is this safe for me to do? Can I easily harm my finish? I am following directions from Classic Motoring`s website.

I have moderate detailing skills, though I am a power tool rookie, and am a bit nervous.

However, I am 10 times more nervous about letting some highschool kid at the dealership mess with the paint further, using Turtle Wax!

Thanks very much for any insight and advice,

Eric

**imported_Tony** · 04-16-2003, 02:58 PM

Please review this thread:

http://www.autopia.org/forums/showth...threadid=15479

**imported_vazee** · 04-16-2003, 03:32 PM

I really don`t think you need the circualr since your car is fairly new. The PC should be able to take the swirls out without worrying about burning the paint.

My .02 cents, I have a 350Z and used 3M Swirl Remover, it worked great.

**Labshark** · 04-16-2003, 06:20 PM

Good idea Vazee,

I`ll start with the PC and then upgrade to a circular at a later date, when I have more practice with power tools.

My Girlfriend has a dark red / burgandy 2002 Hyundai Santa fe, that is trashed with swirl marks and scratches, I think I`ll practice on her car first.

I also ordered 3M swirl remover and compound.

Thanks,

Eric

**imported_vazee** · 04-16-2003, 10:18 PM

Hey,

Eric make sure you get the yellow pad, you may need it if the white one that comes with the PC doesn`t have enough bite. I think you can get one from properautocare.com,

I bought mine here for 119.00

http://www.coastaltool.com/cgi-bin/S...06b+1050556662

It includes the Hook and Loop Pad (Velcro)

Happy Zeeing