New to the DA Meguiar's Polisher

[wally05]

Hey guys, I bought a 110 polisher last year and it's still in the box with a ton of soft buff pads (the smaller ones). I just picked up a '98 Ford contour SVT in black that needs some swirling removing and really needs buffed out bad. I'll get pics. And the headlights need sanded. Anyways, where the heck do I start to learn how to use this thing? I was going to clay bar the car first, then go from there. Any suggestions as to the order of applications? I'm very new to all this. Also, do I need to get the bigger backing plate?

[Poki]

Re: New to the DA Meguiar's Polisher

I just posted a new thread on the W67DA backing plate so I'll address that part of your question and let others help on the remainder. I used the new bigger plate on my motorhome and to me the big difference was the increase in ease of use. With the original plate, I had to readjust the pad after "cleaning on the fly" and after just normal buffing. I was able to polish the entire side of a 37 ft. motorhome and never had to readjust the pad once! It also makes buffing uneven areas much easier. I feel it's well worth the few dollars to step up.

[Andy M.]

Re: New to the DA Meguiar's Polisher

Here are some videos to get you started in the right direction.

Meguiar’s Complete Video Guide

Tere are also some great videos on you tube of people using the DA Polisher.

Here is one I found for you but there are many more.

DA How to

Andy M.

[wally05]

Re: New to the DA Meguiar's Polisher

Great replies, guys! keep em coming. I've been doing searches and I'm coming up with a process.

[Michael Stoops]

Re: New to the DA Meguiar's Polisher

Welcome to MOL!

These links should take you to the core of what you're looking for:

Using the G-100 to Remove Swirls and Scratches
Recommended Products - G100a Dual Action Polisher
Tips & Techniques for using the G110, G100, G220 and the PC Dual Action Polisher

[wally05]

Re: New to the DA Meguiar's Polisher

I love this site already. I've been using Meguiar's products since my first car 8 years ago and I don't use anything else.

[wally05]

Re: New to the DA Meguiar's Polisher

Alright, I picked up the car today. There is a lot of swirling in the clearcoat and the bumper has some hazing as does the hood. It looks slightly oxidized. I think this could be a very worthwhile project! I'll get some good pics in the sun. I've already ordered some products laid out in one of the above links. . It looks as if the front end got more sun than the back end. The nice window tint saved the interior for the most part, but the leather could use some moisturizing and the interior just needs some detailing. Pics to come!

Also, I need a way to bring the trim back to life. It's a little faded around the window. The rubber window gaskets, I guess.