Polishing curves using a PC

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bxtreme

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I havent ordered the PC just yet, but was wondering if its easy and safe to use the PC on the convex and concave curves of cars like the 911 or Cayman (referring to the hips on the rear sides of the car).. Whats the safest way of placing the PC and is working on this area risky? In general, what are the areas one should avoid using a machine on, and hand polish instead?
 

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Personally I wouldn't have a problem using PC on those curves with flexible backing plate and thicker pad.
 
Would the 'Dual Action 5� Flex Backing Plate' & the 'Wolfgang ETS Dual Action 6.5� Pads' fit for the job?



Thank you!
 
FWIW, I use a PC all the time on those areas on my black 911. I think you will find that you will have a "natural" tendency to lighten the pressure just a bit as you work on the most rounded portions of the curved areas. Also, here's a tip that Anthony O gave me: work the major curve a half at a time. Start at the top and work toward the middle, then come up to that middle area from the lower portion, or go from the middle to the lower portion of the curve. Don't try and take care of the whole curved area at once. (Thanks Anthony!) It works well for me.



HTH
 
I find the best thing to do is somewhat let the machine guide you. Its actually very comforting polishing those hip areas.

Contrary to what Land is speaking about, I actually address the center of the curvature first, and work my way out. If any of you have seen Lands Carrera, you'll discover he knows what he's talking about. The machine is immaculate.

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I should also add that I've gotten a boat load of tips from Partick too. My point, though not nearly as clear as he made his, is that you don't have to be afraid of the curves. In the middle, or top to bottom. However, you approach them, they can be polished safely with your PC.
 
bxtreme said:
In general, what are the areas one should avoid using a machine on, and hand polish instead?
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Patrick--please chime in here. Forgot to address your other questions. The smaller areas, for example around the lettering on the rear lid, insdie door handles etc are where you're pretty much forced to polish by hand.
 
bxtreme said:
In general, what are the areas one should avoid using a machine on, and hand polish instead?
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Patrick--please chime in here. Forgot to address your other questions. The smaller areas, for example around the lettering on the rear lid, insdie door handles etc are where you're pretty much forced to polish by hand.
 
Hey anywhere a peice of foam can go, fear not! Emblems on a Porsche are very small, dont go "over" them, go around them. I tend to stay away from the PPF behind the doors or any other place it may be installed. (while polishing, sealing its ok). The lower vents/grill area in the fron may be a little too tight, as well as some rear bumper areas. The air vents on the back are fine, just be cautious wit the PC as your only using about 25% of the pad surface..
 
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