Kestral SIM180

[SaxoFurio1988]

Does this polisher have a 240v plug? Or do you need a transformer?

Cheers.

[J222JRA]

240v, only porter cable is 110v

[grant_evans]

as above. if your thinking about getting one CYC are doing them very sheap at the moment. i got mine the other day :y:

[SaxoFurio1988]

Cheers guys.

Yes that's where im looking to get it. How long is the deal on for?

[J222JRA]

Not sure, its been on for a week or 2 already so wouldnt think it will be on for much longer.

I bought one the other week............have you got experience with polishing as you can soon mess up with a rotary.

James

[SaxoFurio1988]

Not sure, its been on for a week or 2 already so wouldnt think it will be on for much longer.

I bought one the other week............have you got experience with polishing as you can soon mess up with a rotary.

James

You bought the kestrel?

Nope have never used one, but i read the entire guide on using a rotary on the DW website. Just use the least abrasive pad/polish combo first, then work my way up to the specified correction? Why are they easier to mess up with? Something to do with the single orbit, so it's working the polish down quicker = more heat = burn the paint??

[smittytom]

You bought the kestrel?

Nope have never used one, but i read the entire guide on using a rotary on the DW website. Just use the least abrasive pad/polish combo first, then work my way up to the specified correction? Why are they easier to mess up with? Something to do with the single orbit, so it's working the polish down quicker = more heat = burn the paint??

You would be better off getting in on the Group Buy I am setting up for the DAS-6.
http://www.saxperience.com/forum/showthread.php?t=270334

Its the same kit as this http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/polishing-machine/das-6-dual-action-polisher-meguiars-kit/prod_521.html
but for £114.

[SaxoFurio1988]

You would be better off getting in on the Group Buy I am setting up for the DAS-6.
http://www.saxperience.com/forum/showthread.php?t=270334

Its the same kit as this http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polishing/polishing-machine/das-6-dual-action-polisher-meguiars-kit/prod_521.html
but for £114.

That's a good price. I was looking at this kit, before i decided i wanted a rotary rather than a DA. Im sure somebody could tempt me to lean towards the DA. You got no interest in that group buy though? Just yourself? lol.

[smittytom]

That's a good price. I was looking at this kit, before i decided i wanted a rotary rather than a DA. Im sure somebody could tempt me to lean towards the DA. You got no interest in that group buy though? Just yourself? lol.

Started a new thread as the other one was full on other stuff there are a few people that said they would be up for it so i PM'd them
Only need 5 people to get it for £114

[SaxoFurio1988]

Started a new thread as the other one was full on other stuff there are a few people that said they would be up for it so i PM'd them
Only need 5 people to get it for £114

When would you need the money and what's the payment options?

[smittytom]

When would you need the money and what's the payment options?

I just need to get rough numbers for the guy so he can order them but I will find out the ways we can pay,
How would you prefer to pay if you were in on this?

[SaxoFurio1988]

I just need to get rough numbers for the guy so he can order them but I will find out the ways we can pay,
How would you prefer to pay if you were in on this?

Ok. Well don't have pay-pal, not sending cash/cheque to anyone. So would have to use my card over the phone.

[smittytom]

Ok. Well don't have pay-pal, not sending cash/cheque to anyone. So would have to use my card over the phone.

Im sure that will be fine mate

[J222JRA]

Imo orbital is best for beginners as yes it is far easier to make a big mistake with rotary....burning paint etc etc etc.

James

[SaxoFurio1988]

Imo orbital is best for beginners as yes it is far easier to make a big mistake with rotary....burning paint etc etc etc.

James

But is there much difference in terms of correction and finishing on the two?

[J222JRA]

Paintwork correction is slower with a orbital machine yes, i also believe that the final finish with rotary is slightly better...however have you seen my progress thread showing the results i got with an orbital machine??


Also you have to be very careful using rotary on saxos as alot of the panels are plastic.......the heat the rotary produces can warp the plastic panels very easily.

I highly recommend you have a think before buying a rotary buddy....dont want you to damage your cars paintwork.

James

[SaxoFurio1988]

Paintwork correction is slower with a orbital machine yes, i also believe that the final finish with rotary is slightly better...however have you seen my progress thread showing the results i got with an orbital machine??


Also you have to be very careful using rotary on saxos as alot of the panels are plastic.......the heat the rotary produces can warp the plastic panels very easily.

I highly recommend you have a think before buying a rotary buddy....dont want you to damage your cars paintwork.

James


Cheers mate.

When you say slower.. Is it a ridiculous amount of time to do? I believe you have experience of using the both, so which one do you honestly recommend?

Is your avatar the work of a DA?

[J222JRA]

Yes mate my avatar is orbital (DA) work, so is this,

http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/5264/img00047200908091216.jpg

I have been using Orbital for a few years now and only just think im ready for Rotary (the next stage lol)

If i was you i would sign up to the group buy for the da machine with pads and polish.

James

[SaxoFurio1988]

Yes mate my avatar is orbital (DA) work, so is this,

http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/5264/img00047200908091216.jpg

I have been using Orbital for a few years now and only just think im ready for Rotary (the next stage lol)

If i was you i would sign up to the group buy for the da machine with pads and polish.

James

That sort of shine is more than good enough for me :y: What polish/pad combo do you use preferbly?

Yep i've put my name down on it :y:

[J222JRA]

Meguiars pads, menzerna polishes mate

[SaxoFurio1988]

Meguiars pads, menzerna polishes mate

Don't rate the Meguiars polish highly then?

[J222JRA]

Its good.....but menzerna polish is bloody awesome