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Is the BP that comes with this kit ok to use for detailing or is it a better idea to get one made by Meg's, LC, etc.?
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Stick with a known quantity - go with the Meguiar's or LC pads rather than what comes with the tool. They may well be fine for some situations, but without any real info on them it's tough to say.
From a purely personal perspective, I can tell you that the pads that came with my own Makita 9227C are still in a cabinet in my garage, never having seen a drop of compound, cleaner or polish.Michael Stoops
Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.
Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.
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Sounds good. I'll forego buying the kit w/ the bag and pads and just buy some Meg's wool/solo pads and BP. Thanx Mike for the info. i knew I could count on someone to answer my question on here.Originally posted by Michael Stoops View Post2017 Honda CR-VComment
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The makita wool has a lot of cut.More then meg´s white,so be carefull if you use it on paint.But it´s perfectly good to use on paint.
Detailing cars is a form of art. Most appreciate it, few possess the required skill and even fewer understand it.Comment
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Thank you for the reply. I'm planning on buying the meg's wool as well in case I come across a job where I'll need to use it. Hopefully all my jobs will be w/ the foam pads. I cant wait to try it out and learn how to use it.Originally posted by Arne View PostThe makita wool has a lot of cut.More then meg´s white,so be carefull if you use it on paint.But it´s perfectly good to use on paint.2017 Honda CR-VComment
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The Makita BP is an oversized 7" diameter disk. As Mike said, better to stick with Meguiars BP's and pads.Comment
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Detailing cars is a form of art. Most appreciate it, few possess the required skill and even fewer understand it.Comment
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Cool thanks for the pointers guys. I ordered a Makita 9227C w/ a meg's BP and 6 pack of pads. I can't wait to try her out!!!Originally posted by ClearlyCoated View Post
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Enjoy the power of makita
Detailing cars is a form of art. Most appreciate it, few possess the required skill and even fewer understand it.Comment
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Thanx Arne.Originally posted by Arne View PostEnjoy the power of makita
So I got my Makita 9227C yesterday in the mail from ADS. Man I get my stuff quick from them. Anyway, I went to my buddies house to try it out on a practice hood he had laying around. I tried various methods. Wet sanded w/ 2000 grit sand paper followed by M85 via cut n shine wool pad, M105 via soft pad 2.0 polishing pad, and M205 via soft pad 2.0 finishing pad in one section.(still had some swirls left behind) M86 with a cut n shine wool pad. Didn't see much out of that combo. Does M86 only work with the solo pads? If so i have to order more stuff!! I'm running out of room as it is. And then I hit a section using M85 via cut n shine wool pad, followed by 105/205 w/ the same pads as before. I told my friend to do a section as i did w/ the whole wet sanding, 85, 105, and 205. He got better results than I did.(little to no swirls left behind) I have pics to put up when I get the chance. Not the best tho that's for sure.
If I have a problem with the Makita walking away from me when go certain directions what would cause this?? Am I only supposed to move it one way? Am I not supposed to use it as i would a DA?(you know back and fourth, side to side) I noticed it doesn't do it when i angle it but I know angling is bad when it comes to using a rotary buffer. So if anyone could give me some input on what I was doing wrong or trying something else for next time I give this thing a shot, I would appreciate it. As of now I wouldn't trust myself near any car with a rotary in my hands LMAO.
Well check back later for the pics I'm gonna post so you can check out my not so good work haha. But in my defense it was my first time using a rotary. But I can't wait to try it more and more so I can gain some experience with it.
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That Backing Plate works just fine. IF your concerned there are aftermarket ones of varying size.Comment
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