How much for a polisher??

wozza-vrs · 23-04-2008, 11:11

Iv been looking at buying my first polisher so I can remove all those swirls on my car but have not got a clue where to buy from and what sort of price for a ok one with all the pads! If someone could help, it would be much appreciated. cheers

Bigw2069 · 23-04-2008, 12:26

Hi Wozza, Detailing world is your friend. A world for detailers...

There is a large selection of buffers to choose from, without sounding derogatory Pick a Random Orbital polisher, rotary is a seperate skill and can be easy to damage paintwork, RO gives a bit of a safety net.

As for which polisher then the only advice I can give is you get what you pay for, go with one of the big brands like Porter Cable, G220 or UDM.

The halfords type cheap ones, IMO of course, will cause more problems than it solves.

G220 - Meguiars G220 Dual Action Polishing Machine - Meguiars Car Care and Detailing Products

Theres a good how-to here: Machine Polishing by Dual Action Polisher - Full Guide - Detailing World

ryand · 23-04-2008, 13:03

Sealey tools do a good range, and I have been advised to buy that if I were to get one, variable speed and slow start are good features to have.

mattbeef · 23-04-2008, 14:38

Another vote for the G220.
I personally have the UDM from the states as i couldnt wait for the G220 to arrive

wozza-vrs · 23-04-2008, 15:26

Im not going to bother now as ready on detailing world there is loadsa things that can go wrong and dont wana mess the paint work up. Think i will use super resin polish to remove swirls and do it by hand. They say its the best product to remove swirls by hand!

Bigw2069 · 23-04-2008, 15:39

If you register on DW and have an ask (I think there's already a wozza on there

) theres usually folks in your local area willing to have a bash at your motor for a few quid

wozza-vrs · 23-04-2008, 15:40

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Originally Posted by Bigw2069

If you register on DW and have an ask (I think there's already a wozza on there

) theres usually folks in your local area willing to have a bash at your motor for a few quid

I have just reqistered! Where the hell are these people wanting to clean my car for a few quid??

Baker21 · 23-04-2008, 15:49

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Originally Posted by wozza-vrs

I have just reqistered! Where the hell are these people wanting to clean my car for a few quid??

I have a UDM and a G220 and do this sort of work on weekends, more than happy to do your motor if you don't wish to do it yourself however I am not that close to Cambridge................

wozza-vrs · 23-04-2008, 15:55

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Originally Posted by Baker21

I have a UDM and a G220 and do this sort of work on weekends, more than happy to do your motor if you don't wish to do it yourself however I am not that close to Cambridge................

So how do I go about saying I would like my car having a once over for a few quid and where do I do this I cant seem to find an appropiate section? Thanks for the offer but Banbury is a long way!

Baker21 · 23-04-2008, 15:57

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Originally Posted by wozza-vrs

So how do I go about saying I would like my car having a once over for a few quid and where do I do this I cant seem to find an appropiate section? Thanks for the offer but Banbury is a long way!

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wozza-vrs · 23-04-2008, 16:14

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Originally Posted by Baker21

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Cheers mate.

If you know anyone my way I would appreciate it if you could leave a message foor me! Many thanks.

ryand · 23-04-2008, 17:41

AG Super Resin Polish doesn;t have much cutting in it so not sure how much swirls it would remove, depends how bad they are. Might be ok if they are not too bad and then you wax over the top to seal the work in.

Baker21 · 23-04-2008, 17:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by ryand

AG Super Resin Polish doesn;t have much cutting in it so not sure how much swirls it would remove, depends how bad they are. Might be ok if they are not too bad and then you wax over the top to seal the work in.

I don't use AG SRP anymore as it's sooooo dusty but that is because it's a 'filler'.........

postmanpat · 23-04-2008, 18:09

As mentioned its the rotary polishers that are more likely to damage/burn paint. With something like a g220 you are pretty safe so long as you use your common sense and check your work regularly. If you are really worried about paint damage nip down to your local scrappers and buy a cheap panel to practice on

in the long run it will save you pounds

mattbeef · 23-04-2008, 18:24

Plus its no where near as bad as people on DW make out.

Get something like a G220 and follow the guide on DW with how to choose your pad and polish and you will be fine

23-04-2008, 11:11	#1
wozza-vrs Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: cambridge Posts: 205 Thanks: 4 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	How much for a decent polisher and where to look?? Iv been looking at buying my first polisher so I can remove all those swirls on my car but have not got a clue where to buy from and what sort of price for a ok one with all the pads! If someone could help, it would be much appreciated. cheers __________________ Silver 06' VRS.......PD160 air intake + GREEN filter so far Last edited by wozza-vrs; 23-04-2008 at 12:12.

23-04-2008, 12:26	#2
Bigw2069 Moderator Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Rosyth,Scotland Posts: 5,143 Thanks: 195 Thanked 181 Times in 147 Posts	Re: How much for a polisher?? Hi Wozza, Detailing world is your friend. A world for detailers... There is a large selection of buffers to choose from, without sounding derogatory Pick a Random Orbital polisher, rotary is a seperate skill and can be easy to damage paintwork, RO gives a bit of a safety net. As for which polisher then the only advice I can give is you get what you pay for, go with one of the big brands like Porter Cable, G220 or UDM. The halfords type cheap ones, IMO of course, will cause more problems than it solves. G220 - Meguiars G220 Dual Action Polishing Machine - Meguiars Car Care and Detailing Products Theres a good how-to here: Machine Polishing by Dual Action Polisher - Full Guide - Detailing World __________________

23-04-2008, 13:03	#3
ryand Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Poole, Dorset Posts: 122 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: How much for a polisher?? Sealey tools do a good range, and I have been advised to buy that if I were to get one, variable speed and slow start are good features to have. __________________ Ryan -------------------- Skoda Fabia v/RS in Black Magic 2001-2007: Ibiza GTi Cupra Sport 2.0 8v

23-04-2008, 14:38	#4
mattbeef Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 3,336 Thanks: 38 Thanked 114 Times in 113 Posts	Re: How much for a polisher?? Another vote for the G220. I personally have the UDM from the states as i couldnt wait for the G220 to arrive __________________ I few bits here and there but im happy to Performance Torque Go on click me you know you want to

23-04-2008, 15:26	#5
wozza-vrs Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: cambridge Posts: 205 Thanks: 4 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: How much for a polisher?? Im not going to bother now as ready on detailing world there is loadsa things that can go wrong and dont wana mess the paint work up. Think i will use super resin polish to remove swirls and do it by hand. They say its the best product to remove swirls by hand! __________________ Silver 06' VRS.......PD160 air intake + GREEN filter so far

23-04-2008, 15:39	#6
Bigw2069 Moderator Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Rosyth,Scotland Posts: 5,143 Thanks: 195 Thanked 181 Times in 147 Posts	Re: How much for a polisher?? If you register on DW and have an ask (I think there's already a wozza on there ) theres usually folks in your local area willing to have a bash at your motor for a few quid __________________

23-04-2008, 17:41	#12
ryand Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Poole, Dorset Posts: 122 Thanks: 1 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: How much for a polisher?? AG Super Resin Polish doesn;t have much cutting in it so not sure how much swirls it would remove, depends how bad they are. Might be ok if they are not too bad and then you wax over the top to seal the work in. __________________ Ryan -------------------- Skoda Fabia v/RS in Black Magic 2001-2007: Ibiza GTi Cupra Sport 2.0 8v

23-04-2008, 18:24	#15
mattbeef Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 3,336 Thanks: 38 Thanked 114 Times in 113 Posts	Re: How much for a polisher?? Plus its no where near as bad as people on DW make out. Get something like a G220 and follow the guide on DW with how to choose your pad and polish and you will be fine __________________ I few bits here and there but im happy to Performance Torque Go on click me you know you want to

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