Great, just great. All these new products and a Cyclo to try...
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Bill D
Hooked For Life
Something tells me Scott's on his way to The Trinity ( PC, Cyclo, rotary) 
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Bill D
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Accumulator
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Bill D- Watch that you don't miss anything, using those bonnets for the first time on a white car. Looks like you have them over LC pads 
Oh, and I use nice, new, dedicated pads under *my* bonnets, but then I'm different 
ScottWax- Good first-impression write-up. Yeah, certain panel contours take a little effort with the Cyclo, and sometimes it's just not the right tool for the job (e.g., don't try it instead of a PC on a Jag XJS ).
Once you get the hang of how it handles you'll be using it upside down/sideways/etc. with just one hand (either on the regular handle or the black plastic one).
See what you think when you use it on something with significant marring, where you can really take advantage of its additional aggressiveness.
Oh, and I use nice, new, dedicated pads under *my* bonnets, but then I'm different ScottWax- Good first-impression write-up. Yeah, certain panel contours take a little effort with the Cyclo, and sometimes it's just not the right tool for the job (e.g., don't try it instead of a PC on a Jag XJS
). Once you get the hang of how it handles you'll be using it upside down/sideways/etc. with just one hand (either on the regular handle or the black plastic one).
See what you think when you use it on something with significant marring, where you can really take advantage of its additional aggressiveness.
Bill D
Hooked For Life
Accumulator said:Bill D- Watch that you don't miss anything, using those bonnets for the first time on a white car. Looks like you have them over LC pads
Once you get the hang of how it handles you'll be using it upside down/sideways/etc. with just one hand (either on the regular handle or the black plastic one).
Accumulator,
Yep did just that, tight spots,etc I made a final pass with a mf by hand
I sure am getting the hang of it
I'm doing that upside down, sideways thing with the one handle too!
togwt
The Old Grey Whistle Test
Bill D said:
History:
Cyclo U.S.A commenced operations in 1953 manufacturing their unique twin head orbital action polisher designed specifically for the aircraft and aerospace industries. In a short space of time the Cyclo polisher (together with the various polishes) established itself as the standard aircraft polishing system throughout the world and is now used by virtually every airline and aircraft manufacturer
In the mid 1970â€â„¢s the Cyclo machine was discovered by the automotive industry (including recreation vehicles like the all aluminum Airstream) and was such an instant success in resolving the paint problems of the auto motive industry that it is now the approved machine for all Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Lexus, Hyundai and Nissan dealer outlets in the U.S.A.
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LightngSVT
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I own the trinity!!! Ha...
Have the Cyclos changed much over the years? I have a Cyclo that Ive had since about 1995, and I think it was probably 3+ years old when I got it. The only "pads" I ever had were the carpet scrubber pads and thats all I had ever used it for. Over the course of time it got relegated to the back of the detail cabinet and I kinda forgot about it until I became an Autopian about a year ago.
What I want to know is, is this the same machine they still sell? Who sells accessories? I need the black plastic handle, backing plates and foam pads. Its an easy machine to get a feel for, Im kinda anxious to try it on paint!
Have the Cyclos changed much over the years? I have a Cyclo that Ive had since about 1995, and I think it was probably 3+ years old when I got it. The only "pads" I ever had were the carpet scrubber pads and thats all I had ever used it for. Over the course of time it got relegated to the back of the detail cabinet and I kinda forgot about it until I became an Autopian about a year ago.
What I want to know is, is this the same machine they still sell? Who sells accessories? I need the black plastic handle, backing plates and foam pads. Its an easy machine to get a feel for, Im kinda anxious to try it on paint!
Bill D
Hooked For Life
LightngSVT said:
:bigupsAccumulator
Well-known member
LightngSVT said:
Nah, they're still the same. The one I bought in the early '80s is identical to the one I bought a year or two ago. The *really* old ones have a cool aluminum handle instead of the black plastic part and don't have the plastic sleeve over the rear handle or a grounded plug (I'd like to get one of those old-timers some day, but I'd update the cord).
For the handle, contact Steve at CycloToolMakers . I'd call rather than email, the number is on the website. The people there were very helpful when I contacted them.
Get the velcro pad holders for use with foam pads. The pads that don't use velcro (but rather fit directly over the heads of the machine) are *way* too hard to put on/take off.
SilverLexus
Super Enthusiast
Thanks Bill for the web link.
What's the current thinking on what is the best possible package (model#, bonnets, etc.) to buy?
What's the current thinking on what is the best possible package (model#, bonnets, etc.) to buy?
Accumulator
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Only model consideration is what country you live in (get one for the correct voltage) or maybe air/electric (I'd sure go with the electric one). For the US, I believe you want the Model #5, that's the "normal" one IIRC, but my memory may be faulty, it's been a while since I thought about this and I haven't looked it up recently.
If you just order from WCD or TOL you'll get the right one, they don't generally sell the "weird" ones.
For starters, just get the velcro pad holders and some cutting, polishing, and finishing pads. And maybe the carpet brushes, they work well. Oh, and a wrench for the heads.
IMO the best bonnets for the Cyclo are the sued-style ones from TOL (use over foam), but they really only work well with LSPs. The Viper MF bonnets work well for removing polishes but may be insufficiently soft for some paint (beware of micromarring).
If you just order from WCD or TOL you'll get the right one, they don't generally sell the "weird" ones.
For starters, just get the velcro pad holders and some cutting, polishing, and finishing pads. And maybe the carpet brushes, they work well. Oh, and a wrench for the heads.
IMO the best bonnets for the Cyclo are the sued-style ones from TOL (use over foam), but they really only work well with LSPs. The Viper MF bonnets work well for removing polishes but may be insufficiently soft for some paint (beware of micromarring).
Bill D
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He he, don't thank me , thank Accumulator As for the pads/bonnets. I'mwaiting on word for 4" Sonus pads to be released but in the meantime I hear the orange Cyclo cutting pads are really good . You could get those and the suede mf bonnets from TOL.
As for the pads/bonnets. I'mwaiting on word for 4" Sonus pads to be released but in the meantime I hear the orange Cyclo cutting pads are really good . You could get those and the suede mf bonnets from TOL.
jimmybuffit
That'll buff right out!
The PC currently sells for just less than $100 (Lowe's).
The Cyclo sells for $275 (+/-).
Who can justify the price difference?
BTW, I have both, and I can't...
Jim
The Cyclo sells for $275 (+/-).
Who can justify the price difference?
BTW, I have both, and I can't...
Jim
Bill D
Hooked For Life
I guess it's sorta like the expensive watch vs. moderately priced watch analogy
mtodde
Silver Car Fan
Yes Lee...you need a Cyclo! I need a friend with a Cyclo, LOL...
SilverLexus
Super Enthusiast
Sure...I'll let you borrow it. It may be a while until I have the cash. I'm going to buy a digital camera soon. 
Bill D
Hooked For Life
Scott, sounds like yet another type of Cyclo pad aside from the orange ones TOL now has coming out :bounce I have a feeling next year might be the year of Cyclo pads for me