Swirl free!!!!!

RKF the true test is direct sun light, but on that note you did a nice job. I would say that your removal process for the buffer marks is not idea as Meg #2 on PC speed 1 will actually not break down the abrassives as you might have actually introduce some swrils. If you do have some swrills in the sunlight I suggest to go over the car with the PC and a polishing pad with a produce like #80 at speed 5. If that is not enough you can use the #2 at the same speed. Then follow with your VM.



For the guys who are afraid to try a rotary just make sure to start with a polishing pad and a milder polish then step up as needed. Make sure to keep the pad flat and don't tilt the machine and start with a slow speed like 1000-1200. Make sure that you move the machine with a medium hand speed and don't keep it on one spot. Its really not that hard to use, the mistake I see is more people introduce some new swril/ buffer marks. Then again you could always remove the buffer marks with your PC.
 
Another test that works when there is no sun, is taking a picture directly into the panel with the flash. It should show micromarring.
 
OK guys, I think by now we all know the best way to check for swirls. This isn't a "look at my picture and tell me if my car is swirl free" thread, it's a "hey, look, my car is swirl free" thread. Can we move on now? Thanks.
 
rkf76 said:
OK guys, I think by now we all know the best way to check for swirls. This isn't a "look at my picture and tell me if my car is swirl free" thread, it's a "hey, look, my car is swirl free" thread. Can we move on now? Thanks.
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Well put. :xyxthumbs
 
Can you explain what "buffer swirls" are?



I recently had my side panels repainted and they've used a buffer + polish to bring the car's shine back up. However, in the process the car's left with a ton of swirls that catches the sunlight.



They're not really circular though, they look more watermelon rinds after you finish eating the watermelon. Are those buffer swirls? Can I remove them using my PC?
 
Buffer swirls are also called holograms. They are not usually circular, but appear to travel in a curvy line through the paint. They also appear "above" the paint surface (hologram effect).



Normal swirls are just tiny scratches that appear to surround any source of light. You'll see these on almost all cars in the general public on a sunny day.
 
Ohh... then I bet these are buffer swirls that just need a good once-over with my PC to get off! They do give off somewhat of a hologram effect, but are definitely more like that watermelon rind that I described.



I lent my PC to a friend so I can't even give it a shot for a few weeks, but thanks for the info.



I'll try to take a photo of the swirls so you guys can comment.
 
rkf76 said:
ahaha, I was pretty confident in my skills but quickly humbled by the rotary. It's definitely a disaster waiting to happen in the wrong hands, yet a blessing in the right hands.
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You did great, I think it is one of the best details I've seen. Rotaries are almost as safe as PC's at low speeds, except you do need to tape if you are getting close to the edge. I definetly love the Paint Cleanser/Carnuba look, you sacrafice some durabilty but that baby is sweet!:bow





Lore, Pics would help. If it's not burnt or you cannot feel them with your finger nails you can remove them. Was the area CC, or is it a single stage? If they are holograms usually just a finishing polish will wipe them right out very easily.
 
It was base coat + clear coat in the damaged area (there was a fender repair a few months ago that I had redone) and they also cleared the entire right side to match the paint.
 
Burlyq said:
You did great, I think it is one of the best details I've seen. Rotaries are almost as safe as PC's at low speeds, except you do need to tape if you are getting close to the edge. I definetly love the Paint Cleanser/Carnuba look, you sacrafice some durabilty but that baby is sweet!:bow

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Wow, thanks for the kind words! I really shocked myself at the results I got, I figured since it was my first time ever with a rotary that I'd come away with ok results at best. But minus the burn, I did a damn good job, even if I do say so myself.
 
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