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Got the Contributing Memberships stuff finally worked out and made up a thread as a sort of "How-To" to help people figure out how to participate. So if you need help figuring it out, here's the thread you need to take a look at -> http://www.corvetteflorida.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3581 Thank you, everyone! Rich Z.
Anyone ever use one of these.....
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I'm not really sure the ball shape would be best for flat surfaces. The contact area would be much smaller than something like a Porter-Cable random orbital buffer pad. Plus the PC would be a whole lot less likely to burn the paint if not done perfectly.
I believe the ball attaches to a regular drill, which may be difficult to hold onto and control.
My thoughts on the balls would be that they would probably be great for doing the wheels as well as polishing smaller areas underneath the hood. The intercooler would probably be much easier to polish that way.
Unfortunately, I think doing a good job on the finish just requires a certain amount of elbow grease, no matter what tools you use to assist you.
I believe the ball attaches to a regular drill, which may be difficult to hold onto and control.
My thoughts on the balls would be that they would probably be great for doing the wheels as well as polishing smaller areas underneath the hood. The intercooler would probably be much easier to polish that way.
Unfortunately, I think doing a good job on the finish just requires a certain amount of elbow grease, no matter what tools you use to assist you.
Rich427
'69 Vert/'01 Vert/'04 Z16
Since you have a shoulder problem, you are much better off buying a Porter Cable buffer and some quality detailing products to make your job easier. Everyone has their own favorite brands, but some are a lot easier to apply. I used to be an avid Zaino guy. Loved the end result but did not like the time and some of the steps in their process.
I found that with Adam's and a PC I can detail any of my Vettes (wash, clay bar, polish & wax) in about 2 hours. Plus, my arm is not falling off when I am finished. The PC is really great for this. You can get the PC at most Home Depot's and Lowe's. Adam's also sells them, plus he has a quick disconnect for the PC that allows you to use a double sided pad (each side has a different level of aggressiveness for a specific application). The PC is really easy to handle, does not wear out your arm, and is very quick.
I have a power ball that I occasionally use for my wheels, but I typically only use it when I take the wheels off to do a thorough detail on them. I would not attempt to use the power ball on your paint surface. I just don't think you would have the ability to control a drill with a round object as well as a PC with a flat pad. JMO.
Rich
I found that with Adam's and a PC I can detail any of my Vettes (wash, clay bar, polish & wax) in about 2 hours. Plus, my arm is not falling off when I am finished. The PC is really great for this. You can get the PC at most Home Depot's and Lowe's. Adam's also sells them, plus he has a quick disconnect for the PC that allows you to use a double sided pad (each side has a different level of aggressiveness for a specific application). The PC is really easy to handle, does not wear out your arm, and is very quick.
I have a power ball that I occasionally use for my wheels, but I typically only use it when I take the wheels off to do a thorough detail on them. I would not attempt to use the power ball on your paint surface. I just don't think you would have the ability to control a drill with a round object as well as a PC with a flat pad. JMO.
Rich
THOR
New member
Nice writeup and I wholeheartedly agree. :thumbsup::thumbsup:
shakedown067
Sinister C4
I just got one of those body powerballs. I love it. Used it on my Vette (with adam's polish & wax I might add) plus on my wifes car. Very good results, easy to use, easy to clean and reuse. I actually own all three powerballs, but I use the other two on my truck's billet wheels.
Ms. AntiVenom
Vicious Evil Person
Ive used one for years on my red trans am fleet of 3 and never had any problems
Blueleader
New member
Chip Foose had one in an ad, I thought it is too much work...I went back to RejeX, eazy on, eazy off. :dancer01: :dancer01: www.rejex.com/rejexmain.html
Flash man
Cruzin
Hello All,
A power ball works well on circular surfaces and hard to reach areas where you dont want to bust your knuckles, wheels, mirrors etc. For polishing large flat vehicle surfaces I would recommend using an orbital polisher for removing swirls and waxing, or a rotary polisher for removing swirls, scratches, oxidation, paint cleaning and polishing. Malco makes a great metal polish that is easy-to-use and very effective by hand. It does not contain grit and will not scratch soft metals. It comes in a 16 oz bottle and well sell it on our website www.flashwax.com . Malco metal polish is a high quality commercial grade product. Take Care.:thumbsup:
Joe- Flash Auto Detail Products
A power ball works well on circular surfaces and hard to reach areas where you dont want to bust your knuckles, wheels, mirrors etc. For polishing large flat vehicle surfaces I would recommend using an orbital polisher for removing swirls and waxing, or a rotary polisher for removing swirls, scratches, oxidation, paint cleaning and polishing. Malco makes a great metal polish that is easy-to-use and very effective by hand. It does not contain grit and will not scratch soft metals. It comes in a 16 oz bottle and well sell it on our website www.flashwax.com . Malco metal polish is a high quality commercial grade product. Take Care.:thumbsup:
Joe- Flash Auto Detail Products
