looking for a small polisher like this to polish my Harley. How does the rotation do under medium to heavy pressure? thanks
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I repainted my bike and used this to polish the clear coat. I had my 3 inch polisher handy and I just checked it out. It spins easy with light pressure,it slows about 50 % medium pressure!and stops spinning with heavy pressure.
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I run a 1/2 inch impact pretty regularly. It doesn't cycle that much. It has a very hard time with a cut off tool or angle grinder.
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I was following the advise of another Harley rider and some information that I found on the internet. I am not a mechanic just trying something different. So far I only have about 200 miles on this oil in my transmission however have noticed a smother shift otherwise no difference. I am running this in the transmission on my 2007 Road King Classic.
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I have this polisher, and you won't be disappointed. Shipping weight is nominal, I'd guess just a few ounces. Hook n Loop is the way to go, and this one's great.
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This may seem harsh, but really, you must have no mechanical skills if you can't handle a rotary. The ADT failed after one car and the Makita was a dream. Can get into edges that the dual action can't and only had one minor burn through. Considering it probably saved me 10 hours of work, that sounds fair.And as the previous response indicated, DO NOT use this pad. The Meguairs is light-years better and contrary to my expectations, very durable. After 4 vehicles can see no wear.
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I have a 4 gpm 4,000 pressure washer and I have found This whirl-A-way surface cleaner to do the job. This unit does not work using less than 3,200 psi and depending on the condition of the surface you are cleaning you may have to make two or more passes. I have had no reason to remove either of the two tips for the angle at factory specs does the job.
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It has a lot of power, so for grinding or polishing in a tight spot, I would be careful of kickback. I use it for grinding/polishing jobs in a large area. Foe wheel rims it would work, just hold on tight!
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Dean, Using M105 and M205 with the Porter Cable 7424XP and Country pads is a great combination. Go to Youtube and search for junkman2000 AJ is a great teacher and he will guide you to understanding paint correction, setting up your DA polisher, and using proper technique. Find his videos "How To for Novices to Machine Polishing" this is a 5 part series. You'll want to watch all his videos where he demonstrates how to properly wash a car to prevent paint damage and how to clay bar. That is where I learned to polish the right way. Andy
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Use Rotella T1 oil.I purchased this product and it broke before I even used it. It is not worth the money IMO. I replaced it with a Bosch hammer and it is much better quality. The Bosch hammer was about $750.00 though.
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I would say it is smooth and requires some torque to move it. A bit stiffer than I thought it would be but not to the point being unhappy. After some use I didn't and do not really notice it. Definitely stiffer than my 18-200.
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Hi, I think this one will be good for waxing but not for polishing. Regards!!
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As I understand it, this particular version is supposed to be hard. It's meant to be put on a polishing wheel first. You can soften it with heat and olive oil to make a paste, if that is what you are looking for.
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One could always install a Rheostat (just like on a Router Table) and control the speed from "0" to what ever speed it will do. The low speed is plenty slow for turning or polishing anything..............if one desires very, very slow........consider the "Mini Lathe". Just suggestions.
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I used it on a 89 ford truck was heavily oxidized. It worked well but watching car shows a lot if guys use a straight spinning polisher as it works faster. You will need the separate pad holder not included for using w pads. See pads that are color coded for use on cars. I've done woodworking and this is a beast might be awkward to use vs handheld. Except on big areas!
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This polisher would work great, just use the right polish. This is a dual action polisher that gets the job done.
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I would definitely try the 205 first. It should take out the swirl marks. 105 is very abrasive. I would only use it on deeper scratches or badly oxidized paint.
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You have to mix in some fast reducer to make it a little smoother. It will then have a slight shine to it.