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Do u hand wax or use electric polisher?

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by tarheeler, Jul 5, 2014.

  1. Jul 5, 2014 at 10:24 AM
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    tarheeler

    tarheeler [OP] Well-Known Member

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    If u use electric do you put wax on and take off with it. Also, what type of polisher do u use
     
  2. Jul 5, 2014 at 10:54 AM
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    ace96

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    I don't use mine for waxing. I use it to polish and apply sealants. I have a porter cable setup with small pads and a flex 3401 with larger pads.
     
  3. Jul 5, 2014 at 2:03 PM
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    Snookie

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    Hand Man, Hand :}
     
  4. Jul 5, 2014 at 2:06 PM
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    TashcomerTexas

    TashcomerTexas My truck is a whiner

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    Nothing beats doing it all by hand, get to know your truck and give it some love
     
  5. Jul 5, 2014 at 3:18 PM
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    ABA180

    ABA180 It burns when I pee....

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    Porter Cable DA..wax on, wax off
     
  6. Jul 5, 2014 at 4:36 PM
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    mcdee

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    Klasse All In One cleaner and sealant, twice a year by hand. I'm getting older and weaker, have considered buying the PC but would like to try first.
     
  7. Jul 5, 2014 at 4:40 PM
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    toyotaman29

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    I like to use the clay bar by hand first and apply the wax by hand, then use terry towels to buff clean.
     
  8. Jul 5, 2014 at 5:29 PM
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    Rsoxfan1

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    Porter cable. Only to apply. Still do some sealants by hand though.
     

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