can you use this as a buffer or just polisher
67092
Yes! That's the beauty of this machine. It's not a one speed "buffer" like you see at the auto stores and such. It's truly several machines in one. The speed control is one of the best I've used in a machine (and I have been a professional detailer for 20 years). On lower speed (1-3) you can use a soft pad (black or tan) for waxing, then switch to a microfiber pad for buffing. Higher speeds (5-6) are optimal for defect removal (scratches, water spots, etc.). Machine is nicely balanced. Also, unlike the buffers (where you're stuck with a fixed head size), you can use varying sizes of backing pads, allowing you to use varying sizes of applicators. I have 6" for large areas, 4" for better control/small areas, and 2" for detail work. Meguiar's also stands behind their product. My first one died after 14 months. I lost the receipt. I called Meguiar's and got ZERO grief/problems. Their response was simple- "here's our address. send it back. We will send you a brand new one. we want you to be happy with our product".
67093
Can be used as both. Variable speeds and auto torque control work well when you purchase the correct pads. Overall a good mid priced buffer. A couple notes: poorly designed on/off switch and no rear grip!
67094
I didn't buy this.After researching and talking to body shops, i ended up buying the Porter Cable.What i do is apply the wax with it, then wipe most of it off with a towel, then use it to buff. Belive me , you wont be sorry.
1699940
You should be able to since it runs on some high speeds. It's a very good buffer, I've had mine for awhile now and use it in the shop on a day to day basis and it still holds up.
960568
We don't use that part, but yes it does. We use ours with diamond grinding pads for concrete. We have had 4 of these buffers for a while now & they still work great.
2192710
It is a good buffer. It is used after one applies the polish, buffs the shoes (with a horse hair brush) then the "final" shine with the buffer. Also it works good in between polishings.
1607481
I'm sorry I don't think so I only use it to shine my granite not for removing anything else...its a polish!
1864217
I am not aware of a buffer system for this tool. It's RPM is too fast to be used as a buffer for paint. Makita does make a sander/buffer that turns at a slower speed.
340597
As long as you have a Makita (or similar) orbital buffer, it's a top shelf product. For hand or polisher, it's useless.This is used with a coarser (cutting) pad...the brick red Maguires.....this will remove light scratches and watermarks. You have to work the product at 1000rpm or better because it takes heat to work correctly. I follow this with a(maguires)light yellow pad and #205 Polish. On a black (or any strong colored car) I finish with a black pad (finishing or jeweling) and "Ultimate Polish". A nice synthetic wax finish will protect all your work. You won't believe the results. Hope I helped As long as you have a Makita (or similar) orbital buffer, it's a top shelf product. For hand or polisher, it's useless.This is used with a coarser (cutting) pad...the brick red Maguires.....this will remove light scratches and watermarks. You have to work the product at 1000rpm or better because it takes heat to work correctly. I follow this with a(maguires)light yellow pad and #205 Polish. On a black (or any strong colored car) I finish with a black pad (finishing or jeweling) and "Ultimate Polish". A nice synthetic wax finish will protect all your work. You won't believe the... » Read More As long as you have a Makita (or similar) orbital buffer, it's a top shelf product. For hand or polisher, it's useless.This is used with a coarser (cutting) pad...the brick red Maguires.....this will remove light scratches and watermarks. You have to work the product at 1000rpm or better because it takes heat to work correctly. I follow this with a(maguires)light yellow pad and #205 Polish. On a black (or any strong colored car) I finish with a black pad (finishing or jeweling) and "Ultimate Polish". A nice synthetic wax finish will protect all your work. You won't believe the results. Hope I helped « Show Less
1236772
I use it in 1 to 4 mixture with distilled water on a felt pad and polish glass pendants to a high clear polish. It is not consistent particle size and l don't think this is the best for precision optical polishing.
2211492
I have used it to polish other items. A good tip would be to reduce the amount of air pressure because of the very high RPM's it can turn using 100 psi+. I use it to polish various metal items around 40 psi so as to reduce how fast it turns. Other wise you can actually cause buffing and polishing pads to fly apart. It's well made and has been working for over 2 years of seeing lots of work!
1243117
You can use any of the gel polishes. I use the Gelish system and have great results.
288128
No, This is for waxing and buffing. Product is OK, I do not use as expected.
422809
This is fine. Use it with a Dremel & Mother's mag wheel polishing cream. You'll like the results.
1481853
NO. this will remove the entire top layer even if you use a fine thing. I would recommend professional manicure to create a base. From there it should be easier to maintain. This is if you use acrylic or gel for false nails. Sally's has the most options I've found for buffers. But honestly a good clear top coat nail polish is the best option for that high shine I have found. When I use a buffer it is to make my nails soft and smooth not for shine.
1931778
I have one of these buffers. I have only used the 7 inch pad but the nine inch would work as the pads come with their own backing. This is great buffer and makes paint look like new. I'm glad I bought this one. The one it replaced was about 30 years old and was leaving lot of streaks. Don't have that with this one. Joe
1313900
It would be hard to polish as the wax in the crevices wouldn't be reached by a regular cloth or buffer....
251887
Yes you will have to use a buffer to buff this product up to a shine. DO NOT OVER APPLY this product...it will not dry...
1475431
This polisher would work great, just use the right polish. This is a dual action polisher that gets the job done.