Simoniz Cordless Buffer.... pads?? wtf??.......... and what wax.....

[impactga]

ok......so i just picked one up..... i wanna buy somemore pads but i dont know where to buy em, i cant get em at canadian tire..... or wal-mart, so i'm stumped....... do you guys know any better ones than the stupid sponge type thing that came with it, it sucks for applying the wax because the wax just soaks into the pad?? what are some steps of using this? because i have no ****in clue, i need to remove some scraches off my Black impala fast......also IYO whats the best wax you have ever used?? ive been using NuFinish for like 4 years now, works kinda good, but i wanna try somethin new?? i was thinking like Zanio? i hear that crap is pretty good???

[urweak]

whatever size the buffer is (6inch, 12inch.... so on) get pads that are that size, if you cant find them locally then ebay or somewhere else on the net will have them

[Detailed Image]

Originally posted by impactga
ok......so i just picked one up..... i wanna buy somemore pads but i dont know where to buy em, i cant get em at canadian tire..... or wal-mart, so i'm stumped....... do you guys know any better ones than the stupid sponge type thing that came with it, it sucks for applying the wax because the wax just soaks into the pad??

First couple of things I want to address 1) What kind of buffer is it? A random orbital or a rotary? 2) Wax won't remove scratches, you need a polish w/ abrasives to achieve those results.

When applying the wax or polish. Either put the wax/polish right on the surface and use the pad to spread it around. Or put the wax/polish on the pad and smear it around the area you'll be working in. Use small 2' x 2' sections.

Originally posted by impactga what are some steps of using this? because i have no ****in clue, i need to remove some scraches off my Black impala fast......

Honestly if you purchased a rotary buffer, practice on some old cars or goto a junk yard to pick up some fenders or hoods to practice on. A rotary buffer can cause more damage than do good if not used correctly. I would do some research on the internet about how to properly use the rotary. It is not something you can really learn overnight. If it is a random orbital you should be fine, they are pretty much dummy proof.

Originally posted by impactga also IYO whats the best wax you have ever used?? ive been using NuFinish for like 4 years now, works kinda good, but i wanna try somethin new?? i was thinking like Zanio? i hear that crap is pretty good???

The best sealant for protection I've used is Klasse High Gloss Sealant Glaze and Poorboy's EX or EX-P. (click to view our sealants) (http://secure.detailedimage.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=DI&Category_Code=Sealant)

Zaino is a good product as well.

For scratch removal look into Poorboy's Super Swirl Removal line (SSR). They work very well for removing swirl marks and minor scratches. (Click to view our polishes) (http://secure.detailedimage.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=CTGY&Store_Code=DI&Category_Code=Pure)

After you write back about some more details on the buffer you purchased I'll give you some more feedback.

Also try to see what kind of backing plate it uses for pads if it has one, and what size pad it is using now like urweak said.

Sincerely,

George @ Detailed Image

[impactga]

its a random orbital ..... the backing on the pads are just a cloth type of stuff.......(it attaches like velcro (spelling)..........heres the info off the box, orbital head oscillates at 2900OPM , hook and loop fastening system, 4" random orbit Polisher, 4" foam applicator pad, 4" scrubbing pad,4" scrubbing bursh, 6"buffing pad, 4" lambs wool polishing pad, 4"sanding discs (1 coarse, 1 medium, and 1 fine)

[Detailed Image]

Ok if its a random orbital you shouldn't have to worry about ruining your paint, unless you throw the thing at it :)

2900OPM is safe operating even at its highest speed so you can crank it up. It may take a while to get out scratches though b/c it will be tough to generate enough heat to the paint @ 2900 OPM. You will have to just keep at it.

I myself generally use only Foam pads but they sell different grades of them. Some are designed for cutting - meaning more coarse and will generate the most heat, some are designed for polishing some are designed for finishing. The brand I use is Lake Country they are very popular.

Some tips when using u'r buffer... let the weight of the buffer do the work, there is no need to force or apply any more pressure than the weight of the machine. Also make sure you don't let the product get caked up in the pad... Look into a pad scrubber to keep it from caking up. You can also spray your pads with quick detailing solution for added lubrication and help aid in the application of wax / polish.

They should sell replacement pads locally if not email me for some places you could order online.

Hope that helps,

George @ Detailed Image