PC Speeds

I prefer to start at about 4, let the product disperse itself evenly, then crank her up to 6......As for SG and other sealants, i usually do by hand....
 
I use polishes the same way Patrick does. With ALL products, I like to do the "start slow and speed up". When I apply "cleaning" products like VM and AIO by PC, I don't speed it up as much, but rather keep it down to 4.5-5.5. For applying sealants, I'll sometimes go as high as 5, but not faster. When applying wax, I usually don't go over 4-4.5. Not like I'll NEVER crank it up, but those are about what I usually use.



Generally, if you use too fast a speed it can dry out your product too fast and make it hard to remove. Other than that, IMO, you don't need to worry TOO much about going too fast with the PC.
 
Around 3-3.5 for waxes max, 4.5 for most polishes that don't need the extra speed/heat. I don't like to crank it all the way to 6 - I just don't feel like I have as good control over it.



-FordTaurus
 
Interesting, i find that i cant get the aio to diserse evenly unless i am on 5 or 6, whens its on 6, it lays down a nice, thin, even layer....ideas?
 
BlueRanger said:
Interesting, i find that i cant get the aio to diserse evenly unless i am on 5 or 6, whens its on 6, it lays down a nice, thin, even layer....ideas?
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That's a good thought...I might try to speed it up a little because I think my AIO could spread better.
 
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~One man’s opinion~





3.5 - 4.5 Polishing, SMR, Resin Polish, Paintwork Cleaner, Wax application



4.0 - 5.5 Machine Polish, Compound, SMR



4.0 - 5.5 Machine Polish, Compound, SMR



3.5 - 4.0< Finishing, Final Buffing,



I prefer to let the product do it work over time as opposed to using a faster speed















>Hope this helps<





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justadumbarchitect * so i question everything*
 
Accumulator said:
Generally, if you use too fast a speed it can dry out your product too fast and make it hard to remove.
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I've never used a PC so forgive these simple questions.



After applying most products with a PC is there much product left to remove? I was of the opinion that there wasn't.



Would you use different speeds to apply IP vs FP?
 
i like about 4-5 for say a dacp like product



i like 6 for heavy cut / fine cut if im removing sanding marks



i like 3 or 4 for final polishing with a polishing pad. you have to just use a speed that will make the product disappear after 4 passes over it (up/down, sideways, and at diagnols)
 
NHBFAN said:
After applying most products with a PC is there much product left to remove? I was of the opinion that there wasn't.
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A PC will give you a nice, uniform, thin layer of product if done right...I don't have much trouble removing the residue.



I like to use my PC between 4.0 to 5.5 speed...Use the low speed for waxes.
 
NHBFAN- Can't help you with the Menzerna, havent' tried it.



As far as the residue after polishing, it seems to depend on



A) the type of product- some are worked until almost gone (little residue) while others are removed while still wet (more residue).



B) how much you use. Generally, if there's a LOT of residue/remaining product to remove, it's probably a sign that you're using too much.
 
I'm like Patrick, I start out at 3 to work polish around then go progressively up to speed 6. I let the product and the speed of the pad do the work, and use just the weight of the PC as pressure. Glazes I apply at about 4-5 and sealants and waxes I apply by hand.
 
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