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*Kol*

cena wrote: »

It doesn't say what size the thread is

You can measure it or check it with a bolt to see what matches.

Noccy_Mondy

These things are retard proof, aren't they? Tempted to snap one up.....

*Kol*

Noccy_Mondy wrote: »

These things are retard proof, aren't they? Tempted to snap one up.....

If you put a sandpaper disk on it you get a really shiny finish. So I'm told anyway....

ianobrien

*Kol* wrote: »

If you put a sandpaper disk on it you get a really shiny finish. So I'm told anyway....

I heard brake fluid works best as a lubricant for the sandpaper.....






Before anybody thinks of running down to the motor factors for gallons of brake fluid, check their sarcasm detector is working.

Curran

The thread size on most DA's is 5/16.

I suppose you could machine the large backing plate down to size.

Yes, a DA is pretty much fool proof, in terms of operation and risk involved. Something to consider before starting out would be; has the paintwork being polished before? If someone has done a lot of machine polishing before, the clear coat may already have a larger percentage removed already Microfiber pads offer more cut, but still relatively safe, but there are also pads available that would offer similar ability to 2000 and 3000 grit sandpaper....but if you are going this route, you are likely to have read up on how they perform, etc, and be aware of the risks involved.
But unless you were to drop the DA onto the car, it has little potential to do damage to the paintwork.

colm_mcm

picked up one of these today. got a €5 voucher too.

the backing plate is massive. 180mm

gonna mess around with it anyway and see what happens.

Noccy_Mondy

colm_mcm wrote:

gonna mess around with it anyway and see what happens.

Mine has dust gathered in the shed, must take it out and running in the next few weeks.

colm_mcm

that didn't go amazingly.
I had meguiars ultimate compound and it made some difference, but the pad only seemed to do anything in the middle.
I really need to do more reading up on speeds. a smaller pad and different product would help too id say.
Where would I get such a thing in clare/limerick?

Noccy_Mondy

Thought you had marks you wanted to take out?

In that case wouldn't you need the likes of hex logic pads off detailing shed or the likes.

colm_mcm

yeah. I need them. just figured id see what the supplied pad was like. I wasn't expecting anything great.

nd

colm_mcm wrote: »

Where would I get such a thing in clare/limerick?

I know james vti s mentioned these in newcastle west and said they have tonnes of stuff

http://www.swifco.net/about_us.html

colm_mcm

ah yeah. I just got excited having it!
will just order the stuff recommended earlier in the thread. will have it for when I need it.

Noccy_Mondy

Did the yoke already on it do much to the paintwork?

colm_mcm

Not a whole lot, it got rid of some of the scratches but I'd imagine it would be OK for polishing.

Must figure out the thread size and see if it's a regular thread.

hoodie6029

Anybody have any experience of this kit?
https://www.donedeal.ie/caraccessories-for-sale/car-polisher-dual-action/12468129

Danger781

Anyone seen the kit in Aldi at the moment?

https://www.aldi.ie/en/specialbuys/hurry-while-stocks-last/hurry-while-stocks-last/ps/p/car-polisher-2/

Noccy_Mondy

Danger781 wrote:

Anyone seen the kit in Aldi at the moment?

Looks fair similar to the one that does be in Halfords, which is meant to be pure muck.

Curran

That isn't capable of doing paint correction. It will buff off polish and add a bit of depth and gloss, but isn't considered a machine polisher, in detailing terms.

traco

Anybody have any comments on this one? Looking at jumping into this.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sealey-DAS150T-Random-Orbital-Action/dp/B000ROD3OO/ref=sr_1_2?s=diy&ie=UTF8&qid=1468579056&sr=1-2&keywords=DA+Polisher

Update - the one above is 500W

This one is 900W and comes with pads etc
https://www.amazon.co.uk/SPTA-Variable-Orbital-Polisher-Polishing/dp/B01HB22HJQ/ref=sr_1_19?s=diy&ie=UTF8&qid=1468579056&sr=1-19&keywords=DA+Polisher

Foxhole Norman

If I was buying one I'd be going for a named brand one to be honest, Orbital, Dodo Juice and Kestrel would be very good ones.