Buffer/waxer ???

**Yoda** · 07-31-2003, 11:38 AM

I know the Corey-cable is the best one out there, but I don't think I want to spend that much to just buff out my dad's truck. Any cheaper alternatives that are halfway desent?

(Dads truck has some paint damage and I want to clean it up before I give it back to him. He loaned it to me when my car was totalled out) I think it is stained by the pine tree pollen that fell this spring.

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Bob_98SR5 · 07-31-2003, 12:58 PM

David,

How's it going? Can you better define "paint damage?" B/c even if you get the infamous Corey cable, it might not be the cure for the type of paint damage your dad has on his truck. I have used (and have) the Corey Cable/method as well as Zainos. I'm very sold on Zainos but I'll hold my advice until i know more about your dad's truck.

My questions are:

1) Age of truck
2) Clear coat?
3) Type of damage- tree sap, oxidation, loss of paint (patches), scrapes, spiders, etc
4) Last time polished/waxed
5) Color

If you could answer these questions, I could help you too. Maybe even b/f Corey gives his Griot's schpeel too!

Edit: David, just ask Corey to come over and be done with it! Just tell him you're a total skeptic and he'll do a live demo for ya.

Bob

**Yoda** · 07-31-2003, 01:41 PM

It seems like the paint has been stained (I think by pine pollen). It has a rough texture to it. I used Turtle wax rubbing compund (heavy duty) and it didn't seem to cut it. Guy at NAPA tried some deep cut Maguires (by hand) and it seemed to do some good (but it is for a machine use). My arms feel like they are going to fall off!!

Specs:
1986 Ford Ranger Turbo diesel
Red, solid color, no clear coat
Paint was oxidized before I used it. Rubbing compunds removed the oxidation, but now it looks like shiny dirt (the discolor almost has like an oxidized aluminum look to it. It is also only on the horozontal surfaces.
I was looking at a B+D polisher (6" single speed, 1/2 amp) at the outlet mall, but was not thrilled looking at it

Woodbert · 07-31-2003, 05:18 PM

David,

FYI: I bought the Porter Cable from Lowes for $107 and it was free shipping.

Cebby · 07-31-2003, 06:29 PM

Sounds like you need to clay it, polish it then wax it... I just got the Corey Cable @ HD for $109. Can't wait to break it in...

07-31-2003, 12:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
Bob_98SR5 Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,092	David, How's it going? Can you better define "paint damage?" B/c even if you get the infamous Corey cable, it might not be the cure for the type of paint damage your dad has on his truck. I have used (and have) the Corey Cable/method as well as Zainos. I'm very sold on Zainos but I'll hold my advice until i know more about your dad's truck. My questions are: 1) Age of truck 2) Clear coat? 3) Type of damage- tree sap, oxidation, loss of paint (patches), scrapes, spiders, etc 4) Last time polished/waxed 5) Color If you could answer these questions, I could help you too. Maybe even b/f Corey gives his Griot's schpeel too! Edit: David, just ask Corey to come over and be done with it! Just tell him you're a total skeptic and he'll do a live demo for ya. Bob Last edited by Bob_98SR5; 07-31-2003 at 12:59 PM.

07-31-2003, 01:41 PM	#3 (permalink)
Yoda Super Moderator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 2,664	It seems like the paint has been stained (I think by pine pollen). It has a rough texture to it. I used Turtle wax rubbing compund (heavy duty) and it didn't seem to cut it. Guy at NAPA tried some deep cut Maguires (by hand) and it seemed to do some good (but it is for a machine use). My arms feel like they are going to fall off!! Specs: 1986 Ford Ranger Turbo diesel Red, solid color, no clear coat Paint was oxidized before I used it. Rubbing compunds removed the oxidation, but now it looks like shiny dirt (the discolor almost has like an oxidized aluminum look to it. It is also only on the horozontal surfaces. I was looking at a B+D polisher (6" single speed, 1/2 amp) at the outlet mall, but was not thrilled looking at it __________________ David TLCA 14788 71 Landcruiser FJ-40 TBI 327, TH-350, Warn 8000, disk axle swap. 76 Landcruiser FJ-40 project/parts (haven't decided)

07-31-2003, 05:18 PM	#4 (permalink)
Woodbert Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,147	David, FYI: I bought the Porter Cable from Lowes for $107 and it was free shipping. __________________ Woody "Drive your Dreams" 2003 Dark Blue Mica 4X4 Hilux Surf SSR-G 5VZ-FE V6. My 2003 HILUX Surf Checkout My Truck \|Full Leather\| \|Moon Roof\|\|XREAS\| \|Rear Torsen LSD\| \|Mobil 1 Synth Oil\| \|TRD Sport Oil Filter\| \|TRD Cat-Back Exhaust\|\|Dueler A/T Revos 265-70-17\|\|THULE/Toyota Lappland 619 Roof Rack/Basket\| \|Full Husky Liners\| \|Cee Bailey's Window shades\| \|Toyota OEM Vent Visors\|\|Griots and Porter "Corey" wax treatment\| \|Soon: TRD Air Filter\|Stay tuned for more...\| 2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Jet Ski "With the right vessel, it easy to get a good crew." 1993 Hilux Surf SSR-G "Sold"

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Cebby Contributing Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 11,246	Sounds like you need to clay it, polish it then wax it... I just got the Corey Cable @ HD for $109. Can't wait to break it in... __________________ UZswap.com A site dedicated to sharing info for swapping the Toyota/ Lexus UZ (V8) engines into Toyota Trucks and 4Runners. My 4Runner 1993 4Runner, 1UZ (V8) auto dual ultimate crawler, double locked, 35's on beadlocked SR5 alloys, low lift, hacked fenders, tubbed firewall, custom armor TOOLandFAB.com A discussion forum dedicated to tools, fabrication & workshops. See my JD2 Bender Hydro Conversion BUY THIS 2008 CALENDAR

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