Where to start...hoo boy

[Cal Cruzer]

I have a random orbital buffer and am curious about which kind of pad to use on it. I have foam, terry and lambs wool. All I have ever done on my cars is to clay bar and wax...well wash too...I know that there are a bunch of steps in the whole process that would make things look a lot better. Where do I start?

Okay, that was trying to get all my questions into one sentence...that doesn't work. How 'bout just the last question...Where do I start?

[Markus Kleis]

Re: Where to start...hoo boy

Well, for starters what kind of random orbital is it? What brand are the pads?

What are you trying to accomplish?

What are you trying to accomplish it on?

Pictures always help a bunch...

[Maserati Mario]

Re: Where to start...hoo boy

mmmmm.....lot's of answers to your questions. If you can make it to the Thursday Night Garage you can get a better understanding of what you can do with what you've got. Or just keep asking and you'll get some good info

[gsxr310]

Re: Where to start...hoo boy

I have a random orbital buffer and am curious about which kind of pad to use on it. I have foam, terry and lambs wool. All I have ever done on my cars is to clay bar and wax...well wash too...I know that there are a bunch of steps in the whole process that would make things look a lot better. Where do I start?

Okay, that was trying to get all my questions into one sentence...that doesn't work. How 'bout just the last question...Where do I start?

Cal Cruiser, welcome to MOL! for starters, check out this thread regarding the
Meguiar's 5-Step Paint Care Cycle

[gsxr310]

Re: Where to start...hoo boy

and before you use your orbital, know the difference between different polishing machines...

Rotary vs DA Polisher vs Traditional Orbital Buffer