Help with choosing a DA Polisher please. (1 Viewer)

[Revolvor]

I'm wanting to get a DA polisher, but don't know much about of them. It won't get used a lot - needed for MH, boat and car so I don't want to spend a lot, but do want it to do the job properly.

What is the most useful size? I've seen sizes varying from 3" to 7" diameter.

Please can anyone recommend a suitable one, or give me any pointers about features to look for?

 

[Abgs]

I bought this package during lockdown, watched a load of videos on YouTube and learnt to use it. You can get some excellent results and the guys at Clean your Car were really good at advising the best polish and pad combinations for the paintwork I was tackling.

DAS-6 V2 Dual Action Polisher - Meguiars DA Microfiber System​

 

[Lenny HB]

I have a Das 6 Pro, pleased with it.

DAS-6 PRO Dual Action Polisher

DAS-6 PRO Dual Action Polisher v2 Brand new to the market is the DAS-6 PRO Dual Action Polisher v2 which quite simply is the best random orbital car polisher available. We've taken the DAS-6 and improved it with an all new more powerful 900w motor which delivers much more low

www.cleanyourcar.co.uk

 

[Silver-Fox]

One the size of a 4” grinder will do you.

I use pads from 4” to 6” on mine.
If you get waffle pads they are more forgiving.

Always spritz the pad before starting

It will become addictive

 

[Abgs]

It will become addictive

Polished up the door like a mirror!

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[Abgs]

I'm wanting to get a DA polisher, but don't know much about of them. It won't get used a lot - needed for MH, boat and car so I don't want to spend a lot, but do want it to do the job properly.

Gave my DA polisher a serious workout today.

Wash, clay-bar then paint correction and wax.

I used Meguiars Microfiber Correction Compound followed by Meguiars Microfiber Finishing Wax.

Scrubs up well!

 

[MichaelT]

Gave my DA polisher a serious workout today.

Wash, clay-bar then paint correction and wax.

I used Meguiars Microfiber Correction Compound followed by Meguiars Microfiber Finishing Wax.

Scrubs up well!

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Looks great

 

[Revolvor]

Gave my DA polisher a serious workout today.

Wash, clay-bar then paint correction and wax.

I used Meguiars Microfiber Correction Compound followed by Meguiars Microfiber Finishing Wax.

Scrubs up well!

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Having never used an electric polisher, I'm nervous about practicing on my MH!

 

[Lenny HB]

Having never used an electric polisher, I'm nervous about practicing on my MH!

As long as you buy a decent orbital one and not a cheap rotary one you will be OK.

 

[Silver-Fox]

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Polished up the door like a mirror!

Nice one.

I’ve not had the time to do any of our vehicles for the past couple of years.
Once our house is finished I’ll be back on it

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[Silver-Fox]

Gave my DA polisher a serious workout today.

Wash, clay-bar then paint correction and wax.

I used Meguiars Microfiber Correction Compound followed by Meguiars Microfiber Finishing Wax.

Scrubs up well!

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Looks a treat

If I had somewhere indoors I’d ceramic coat all my vehicles.
Than probably wax top

 

[Revolvor]

As long as you buy a decent orbital one and not a cheap rotary one you will be OK.

I've been watching lots of YouTube videos. The choice of pads and compounds seems extensive.

Firstly, I want to use it on my 45 year old boat. The hull got painted long ago, but the cabin is very matte gel coat. I never expect it to look pristine, but I just want to have a surface that doesn't attract dirt and mould.

Then there's the MH. Not been polished for a while, but not as shiny as I'd like.

Any pointers as to suitable pads, polish and waxes?

 

[WESTY66]

Having never used an electric polisher, I'm nervous about practicing on my MH!

Nowt to it

 

[Coastal Cruiser.]

Nowt to it
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Polish up that guttering while you are there

 

[Abgs]

Having never used an electric polisher, I'm nervous about practicing on my MH!

It’s a bit nerve wracking at first - but there are plenty of tutorials on YouTube. Keep it away from the graphics thou.

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[Abgs]

I've been watching lots of YouTube videos. The choice of pads and compounds seems extensive.

Firstly, I want to use it on my 45 year old boat. The hull got painted long ago, but the cabin is very matte gel coat. I never expect it to look pristine, but I just want to have a surface that doesn't attract dirt and mould.

Then there's the MH. Not been polished for a while, but not as shiny as I'd like.

Any pointers as to suitable pads, polish and waxes?

I've been watching lots of YouTube videos. The choice of pads and compounds seems extensive.

Firstly, I want to use it on my 45 year old boat. The hull got painted long ago, but the cabin is very matte gel coat. I never expect it to look pristine, but I just want to have a surface that doesn't attract dirt and mould.

Then there's the MH. Not been polished for a while, but not as shiny as I'd like.

Any pointers as to suitable pads, polish and waxes?

I use this set up.

DA Polisher

 

[danielf]

I have the sma wine mentioned:

I have a Das 6 Pro, pleased with it.

DAS-6 PRO Dual Action Polisher

DAS-6 PRO Dual Action Polisher v2 Brand new to the market is the DAS-6 PRO Dual Action Polisher v2 which quite simply is the best random orbital car polisher available. We've taken the DAS-6 and improved it with an all new more powerful 900w motor which delivers much more low

www.cleanyourcar.co.uk

Work well for me for my occasional use a few times a year.

Just finished my camper spring clean with a light paint clean an polish and it does make the job much easier but it is easy to get addicted/go down a rabbit hole on detailing…..

Amazing I did not take after photos this time as I was doing it in evenings after work , Just on the roof decontamination and wash ….

 

[Sue and Rick]

I use the Das 6 and orange pad 6" and 3" for small areas. You can slow it down to suit. Spray a little water on to stop overheating. Even used it on my car. Then ceramic coating (the car).
I use Menzerno 400 grit cutting paste, dont bother with the finer 3500 paste.

 

[Oldrat]

Just make sure that the pad never goes dry, keep it moist