Cordless Random Orbit Polisher Suggestions?

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JimGo

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I'd like to take a crack at detailing my car, but I live in an apartment, so running power out to my car is a bit of a problem (understatement). I figure that if I can find a cordless random orbit polisher, I should be able to do most of what I want to do. I realize that it won't be a PC, but it should be better (or at least faster) than working by hand. I happened to see the G-104 from Meguiars while poking around their site, but from what I can glean from the limited information provided, it appears to be an orbital, not random orbit. Since I'm just starting out, I think a RO is a better way to go based on what I've read on here. Can anyone confirm/deny the non-random motion?



I also saw this cordless buffer at Sears. I don't know much about it. The charge is pretty short, but I think I can get a spare battery or two for pretty cheap.



Has anyone tried either of these, or can you suggest any other reasonably priced equipment? I mean, I know I COULD always buy a small generator and a PC, but that would blow my budget for a few years!



Thanks!



- Jim
 
I've got the Meguiar's unit which *is* a random orbital, single speed unit. I take it to car shows and use it primarily with an mf bonnet for a final shine.



The Meg's came with 2 batteries, 8006 pad, and a nice nylon carry bag.



The batteries each last 1 - 1.5 hours and it is a single speed machine.



It's a good unit for applying (using a 9006 pad) wax and as a final buff with an mf bonnet.



Don't know about the Sears product, but Meguiar's has top notch customer service.
 
JimGo said:
Has anyone tried either of these, or can you suggest any other reasonably priced equipment? I mean, I know I COULD always buy a small generator and a PC, but that would blow my budget for a few years!



Thanks!



- Jim
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I have one of the Meguiar's RO units as well. It's single speed and works best with LSP's and a MF cover. It's not up to PC-type duty, but it's a good product if you understand it's limitations.
 
I have a Nikota cordless (which, if I'm not mistaken, may be the same machine as the Meg's version). It's excellent for applying a quick glaze or coat of wax/sealant, but IMO, it would be pretty useless for any kind of serious defect correction.



Check e-Bay for the Nikota version; I got mine for < $40 shipped.



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