[er1k024]

Thank you all for your responses! This has helped me alot! I think I am going to go with Menzerna Intesive Polish.

[chefwong]

For the beginner, regardless of hand or machine application, I would rather recommend einszett Paint Polish 'Lack Politur' (16,9 fl oz)

and just focus on process ....

Menz can be forgiving & unforgiving at time.
Get the process down 1st....

[er1k024]

Sorry for bringing back a semi-old thread but I didn't want to make another new thread. Now I have another question..

When I first started in the detailing business I didn't do much research. My nextdoor neighbor collects cars and has had a few of his cars featured in Griot's Garage catalogues. So when I mentioned detailing he recommended Griot's and being a car nut he is I followed his words ordered many products from them, including a random orbital. Now that I am getting more serious into detailing I feel that the orbital isn't the right tool for me. Any suggestions on a different starter polisher?

[Asphalt Rocket]

Next step would be a rotary, and it is not as hard to use as people make it out to be.

[Nica]

Well there are several polishers you can go with, you could start with the PC but if your going to go that route why not just go with the Flex DA. I've only tried the flex once and that was enough for me...I'm used to the rotary so the Flex DA is taking a step backwards so I didn't like it.....any who the Flex is a good stool and plenty of power too.

If you feel your up to it, step up to the rotary and that's a whole different ball game. Many to choose from but my personal favorites are Metabo and Makita, I have them both and use them both.

To be honest there is nothing difficult about a rotary, it's quite easy...you just need to pay close attetion to what your doing and continue moving the rotary like you would a PC (DA).

Well hope this helps.

	PC Porter-Cable Orbital Buffer 7424 or 7336. One of the most famous tool used by a variety of detailers, from weekend warriors to professional detailers.

[er1k024]

Originally Posted by Nica

Well there are several polishers you can go with, you could start with the PC but if your going to go that route why not just go with the Flex DA. I've only tried the flex once and that was enough for me...I'm used to the rotary so the Flex DA is taking a step backwards so I didn't like it.....any who the Flex is a good stool and plenty of power too.

If you feel your up to it, step up to the rotary and that's a whole different ball game. Many to choose from but my personal favorites are Metabo and Makita, I have them both and use them both.

To be honest there is nothing difficult about a rotary, it's quite easy...you just need to pay close attetion to what your doing and continue moving the rotary like you would a PC (DA).

Well hope this helps.

It does help me, thank you. I don't think I am quite ready yet for a rotary, so the Flex DA does seem in the ballpark for me. Now this might be a noob question, but unless I completely use the Flex wrong is there any chance I can burn through the paint? Also, does anyone have a link to a site that sells this Flex?

	PC Porter-Cable Orbital Buffer 7424 or 7336. One of the most famous tool used by a variety of detailers, from weekend warriors to professional detailers.

[Asphalt Rocket]

You can actually burn the paint with any machine if not paying attention, its not the tool its the user.

[er1k024]

Originally Posted by Asphalt Rocket

You can actually burn the paint with any machine if not paying attention, its not the tool its the user.

Yes I understand that. I guess a better question may be, will I need a paint thickness gauge for the Flex DA?

[Asphalt Rocket]

Well, it is not a bad idea, I have gotten away without one for over 20 years but I will be getting one very soon from Phil @Detailersdomain.

[er1k024]

Originally Posted by Asphalt Rocket

Well, it is not a bad idea, I have gotten away without one for over 20 years but I will be getting one very soon from Phil @Detailersdomain.

Thank you for your help with this.

I have been searching online but can't find the Flex DA..