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I just wanted to say thanks for having a sight like this. I spent about four hours reading information last night and on again the first thing this morning.

I originally found this forum by looking for reviews for the Cyclo Buffer. I just don't have as much time as I used to. Twice a year every year I hand wax a Mercedes e320, F350 Crew Cab and the one that kills me is the 35 Foot fifth wheel with four slides. What I am looking for is something that is almost completely safe for the wife and I to use. I am looking for a capable tool that is able to remove light oxidation on the fifth wheel trailer, light scratches on Mercedes and a few heavier scratches on the Truck "Stupid Branches"

I know the reviews are mixed between the PC and the cyclo. I guess this is where my plea for help comes in one more time before I make my final decision.

Lost in Maryland at least for more months before retirement.

Thanks in advance
Kyle
 
:cool::welcome: to D.C. You may want to check the old FORUMS on this subject(search mode) However I would recommend the P.C. as little as you will use it.They are fairly inexpensive and even a cave man can use it(GIECO) :welcome: 2 THA FAMILY:cool::dcrules
 
Hi Kyle:
Welcome to DC.

The PC is what I use and it is somewhat limited in its capabilities. The price is/was right though. :)

The Cyclo seems to have more correcting power at a higher cost and might be a little awkward to use in some spots. Never used one so I can't say for sure.

For about the same cost as the Cyclo, you can get the Flex XC 3401 which is developing quite a following.
Flex XC 3401
It might be worth doing some research on it.

How's that for muddying up the waters even more. :)
 
Welcome to DC! I hope you enjoy your stay.

I went with the PC, but that was before the Cyclo was available. I had a newer car anyways, so I wasn't really worried about doing a lot of correcting. I was just concentrating on maintaining the finish I had.
 
jaybs02 said:
Hi Kyle welcome to DC :howdy

Nice to have you here, enjoy your stay
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:cool::dcrules Jabs02 you didn't acknowledge Tara. Tara and Kyle sorry bout that. Jabs gets alittle excited sometimes and forgets his manners.Jabs has a wealth of information though, maybe yall could give Jabs a 2nd chance.:cool::dcrules
 
Welcome to DC. Glad to have you here. :welcome:

The Porter Cable is a good buffer to start with. You can do some great work with it at little to no risk to your paint.

CharlesW said:
The Cyclo seems to have more correcting power at a higher cost and might be a little awkward to use in some spots. Never used one so I can't say for sure.
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Where are you getting the idea that the Cyclo has more correcting ability?
 
Troy@DetailCity said:
Welcome to DC. Glad to have you here. :welcome:

The Porter Cable is a good buffer to start with. You can do some great work with it at little to no risk to your paint.



Where are you getting the idea that the Cyclo has more correcting ability?
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From the many comments of people that have used both machines that I found with a quick "search".
Here's a few:
http://www.detailcity.org/forums/car-polishers-buffing-pads-accessories/22883-cyclo-users.html?highlight=PC+Cyclo
http://www.detailcity.org/forums/car-polishers-buffing-pads-accessories/22293-cyclo-orbital.html?highlight=PC+Cyclo
http://www.detailcity.org/forums/detailing-product-discussion-misc/8780-cyclo-polisher-review.html?highlight=PC+Cyclo
http://www.detailcity.org/forums/car-polishers-buffing-pads-accessories/16240-owners-cyclo-pc.html?highlight=PC+Cyclo

There's lots more, but I got bored with reading the same basic information in each thread.
 
CharlesW said:
From the many comments of people that have used both machines that I found with a quick "search".
Here's a few:
http://www.detailcity.org/forums/car-polishers-buffing-pads-accessories/22883-cyclo-users.html?highlight=PC+Cyclo
http://www.detailcity.org/forums/car-polishers-buffing-pads-accessories/22293-cyclo-orbital.html?highlight=PC+Cyclo
http://www.detailcity.org/forums/detailing-product-discussion-misc/8780-cyclo-polisher-review.html?highlight=PC+Cyclo
http://www.detailcity.org/forums/car-polishers-buffing-pads-accessories/16240-owners-cyclo-pc.html?highlight=PC+Cyclo

There's lots more, but I got bored with reading the same basic information in each thread.
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Just to clarify.
For the money involved, the Flex would be my choice rather than the Cyclo.

For my money, it was the PC. It does everything I ask of it on my own vehicles, but they are rarely in need of much paint correction.
While the PC does the job, it takes time.
Doing an F350 Crew Cab and a 35' trailer could take quite a bit of time.
 
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