d/a polisher quistion

[trhland]

wheb useing the dual action polisher and compound are you supposed to move the machine around real slow .same as using polish?

 

[BigAl3]

yes, that is one of the keys in removing defects. if you move it too fast, you aren't letting the pad/product combo work in too it's full potential as it needs to break down...



here's a great guide... How-To Use The Porter Cable 7424 6" Orbital Polisher

 

[fdizzle]

the pc will accomplish hardly anything at all if you move it fast.



take very slow passes . . . and check out that link imacarnut posted . . .

 

[trhland]

thanks alot guys !! what size pads do you recomend for the pc single head?

 

[BigAl3]

thanks alot guys !! what size pads do you recomend for the pc single head?

most companies standard size pads are 6.5" and there are several different brands to choose from. many on here like lake country, megs, excelerasure/propel/p2, etc...