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: i just got an orbital buffer and im not really sure how to use it... the directions are vague at best...all they say is "be careful while using power tools" and tell you where the on button is. I would like to do this today but i am afraid since i have never used one or seen one used i might do serious damage to my car? i have read some former posts and FAQ but nothing says step by step what i need to do...I need to use this desperately as the waterspots on my hood and trunk have become unbearable. : From what i gather...all i need to do is squirt some meg. clear coat stuff on there and go in circles up and down all over the place with light pressure? I hope it is that easy. : Any directions-tips-warnings-etc would be greatly appreciated : THank you it's difficult to burn in the compound onto the finish with an orbital buffer since the revolutions aren't that high. If you're using a 2-hand variable speed buffer then yes you can burn the finish. I use a Dewalt variable speed (1000-3000 rpm):
 with 3M detailing stuff:
 and a blue pad for polishing (fine cut) and the yellow (medium cut) for rubbing compound. The hand glaze and wax I apply by hand.
(note: since the Z has a clearcoat, you won't get any coloring on the pad. These pads were used on my Miata, which doesn't have a clearcoat so it takes off some paint). If you plan on using the buffer for both rubbing compound and polishing, you'll need two separate pads. I have separate buffer pads, towels, and applicator pads (for smaller areas the buffer can't reach) kept in different bags so they don't get mixed in.
Later,
Phuong
 Rice Land
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