Porter Cable Errors - Mistakes
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Porter Cable Errors - Mistakes I just bought a 7424XP off of Steve at tropicare this morning with the Menzerna SIP to blitz some swirls. I have never used a PC before, so I am looking to the wise on LS1 tech to help me not screw this up. Has anyone here made a newb mistake with this thing? Thanks!
And my process:
1) Dawn wash
2) Clay
3) Wash
4) Menzerna SIP
5) Polish
6) Wax
And my process:
1) Dawn wash
2) Clay
3) Wash
4) Menzerna SIP
5) Polish
6) Wax
You can skip the Dawn if you want.
Take your time with the PC and the Menzerna. It will want worked in. Slow movements with the PC. Apply product to the pad, set pad down on surface. Before turning on the PC, move it around a little to get the product started, then start on a nice low setting. Spread product, then up the speed and work it in.
After the Menzerna, the rest should be fairly easy and quick.
Take your time with the PC and the Menzerna. It will want worked in. Slow movements with the PC. Apply product to the pad, set pad down on surface. Before turning on the PC, move it around a little to get the product started, then start on a nice low setting. Spread product, then up the speed and work it in.
After the Menzerna, the rest should be fairly easy and quick.
Staging Lane
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Antelope Valley, CA
The Porter Cable's are very friendly. Just make sure everything is tight and go to it. Let the machine and product do the work. Menzerna SIP is good Stuff. Take your time and have fun. If your still not convinced watch a video on how its done.
^^^Yea you really cant screw up with a PC, as in it will not swirl up your paint, unless your pad is dirty or something lol. Start out with 3.5 to spread the polish, then 4.5-5 to work it in. Just be sure to work the polish til it's almost clear and work under a good light.
You can skip the dish detergent wash, any decent car wash soap will do the job. The polishing process itself will remove any old sealants/waxes.
Also no need for a second "polish" step (#5 above) unless the PC/SIP somehow leaves some buffing marks or spider webbing behind. Step 5 IMO would be a quick wipe down with 50/50 IPA/water, and then application of your sealant/wax of choice.
Also no need for a second "polish" step (#5 above) unless the PC/SIP somehow leaves some buffing marks or spider webbing behind. Step 5 IMO would be a quick wipe down with 50/50 IPA/water, and then application of your sealant/wax of choice.
You have been given some very sound advice here already.
Concentrate on a small section of the surface to learn the capabilites of both the machine and the Menzerna. You will notice any dulling haze and ultra fine lines disappear first. For any remaining lines and scratches, you can continue to pass over the surface with the machine/product as it levels the clear coat making those lines appear less noticeable until removed. Once you have achieved your desired result, then you can proceed to finish the rest of the car.
You can use the Menzerna as needed for any future surface corrections/improvements as well. Once you have finished polishing for the day, be sure to apply the last step protection product with your blue pad.
Concentrate on a small section of the surface to learn the capabilites of both the machine and the Menzerna. You will notice any dulling haze and ultra fine lines disappear first. For any remaining lines and scratches, you can continue to pass over the surface with the machine/product as it levels the clear coat making those lines appear less noticeable until removed. Once you have achieved your desired result, then you can proceed to finish the rest of the car.
You can use the Menzerna as needed for any future surface corrections/improvements as well. Once you have finished polishing for the day, be sure to apply the last step protection product with your blue pad.
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Launching!
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From: Almonte, Ont. Canada
Here's a small tip for you.
Make sure to throw the electrical cord up over your shoulder and have the extension behind you when you are using it.
Nothing like scratching your nicely polished paint by dragging the power cord over the edge of a fender!!!
Make sure to throw the electrical cord up over your shoulder and have the extension behind you when you are using it.
Nothing like scratching your nicely polished paint by dragging the power cord over the edge of a fender!!!
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