Re: Buffing Paint??

Ric Seyler wrote:
> I have a friend whos SUV (Black) needs buffing.
> Love Bugs & Waterspots....
> He has an ORBITAL buffer.
> 
> What is a good compound to use with an orbital?
> 
> He called a local paint supplier and the guy immediately went to
> the 1500-2000 grit wet sanding route, then buff... That's a little
> severe for me to help him with. LOL
> 
> Plus I don't know if an orbital will bring it back from a full on 
> wetsanding.
> 

Hey Ric, ...probably best to let Dad rule on 
this one.

Check to see if it's clearcoated.  My last 
experience trying to restore black was on a 
friends '87 that had clearcoat over the black. 
Car has been 'cooked' in the sun a lot.

We started a gentle buff and the clearcoat 
started 'falling apart' (sort of lifting in 
crumbs).  Turned into a lot of sanding to remove 
the coat.
--
pj