Rotary w/foam pad...will it still

klnyc

klnyc

Deep scratch guy.
Hi,



Can a foam pad burn thru CC? I heard the wool pads it would have higher chance of burning the paint then the foam pad(i.e. LC pads). So, can someone clearify that? :confused:
 
Yes the foam pads can still burn through. They create plenty of heat to burn through the clear. Just don't keep the pad in one spot for too long, and don't apply too much pressure.
 
Thanks for the reply Pual, I know you order your CE rotary. I'm here still debating. Should I go for the Makita 9227(159.99) or the CE rotary for 25.00 :nixweiss. See, with m9227, I can atleast(which I think) start off at 600rpm. Whereas CE Rotary is start at 1000 rpm. I'm abit nervous with that rpm range.

Hahah noob on rotary training you know :o
 
I thought the CE started at 600RPM too? If not, I have an old minivan to practice on, so at least I won't have to use 1000rpm on a customer car or anything. Not before I'm comfortable with it at least.
 
Hmm, anyone can confirm that? Hella of nice, if start at 600 rpm. Me too, I have a 1991 Hond Civic Si(B18 Inside) to pratice on too :up
 
both a foam pad and a wool pad can burn thru CC. I think the foam pad will cause more swirls than a wool pad cause the foam pad retains heat more and a wool pad has areas to realease heate through fibers. either way if your careful you should be fine.
 
You are more likley to burn the finish with a foam pad because they build up heat faster (due to higher surface contact (i.e. friction) and high insulating properties).



You will swirl the finish more with a wool pad because the fibers tend to scratch (due to higher surface pressure of each individual fiber distributed over the polishing area).



As for one polisher vs. another, I always choose the higher quality tool. How many times over the coarse of your life have you said to yourself, "damn, I should have bought the crappier one"?



If you're concerned about speed and technique (which is good for somebody new to the rotary) start out with a very gentle combination until you get the hang of it. Start with a finishing or polishing pad rather than a cutting pad and apply waxes, sealants or glazes with no cutting ability at all. Then work up to more aggressive products as you get comfortable with it.



I would highly recommend a copy of Meg's polishing video.





PC.
 
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