How to use a random orbital buffer properly?

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Old 10-22-2004, 09:31 AM
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How to use a random orbital buffer properly?

I am about to buy an random orbital buffer to use on my CLS. But I first wanted to know the proper techniques when using a random orbital buffer (ie. how big of an area to do at a time, how long to stay over an area...etc.) Can anyone give me directions or advice on this so that I won't have any issues with my paint?
Old 10-22-2004, 10:23 AM
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I reccomend the Poter Cable 7424 or the 7336 (which I own amd love!). Go to www.detailersparadise.com they have a nice kit with 1Z polishes and all the pads you'd need! I would also reccomend some Clearkote Vanilla Moose polish to put on with the buffer and a polishing pad.
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Are there any special techniques when polishing/waxing a car with a random orbital buffer?
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www.bettercarcare.com has a great tutorial, however the site is temporarly down
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Originally Posted by CLpower
www.bettercarcare.com has a great tutorial, however the site is temporarly down
Yup, here's my thread with the link to that site.

https://acurazine.com/forums/ramblings-12/hot-lapotop-burns-mans-penis-86790/
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Originally Posted by mlb585
Are there any special techniques when polishing/waxing a car with a random orbital buffer?
Best advice, DO NOT hold the buffer in one place or put pressure on the buffer while it's running. Causes you to 'burn' your paint/harm the finish.
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Originally Posted by chris3240929
Best advice, DO NOT hold the buffer in one place or put pressure on the buffer while it's running. Causes you to 'burn' your paint/harm the finish.
Kinda tough to do with a Random/Orbital...now with an old school Rotary...you hit the nail on the head.
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Originally Posted by chris3240929
Best advice, DO NOT hold the buffer in one place or put pressure on the buffer while it's running. Causes you to 'burn' your paint/harm the finish.

extremely hard to pull off w/ a orbital
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