Gale Hawkins
Murray, KY
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lawnspecialties wrote:Gale Hawkins wrote:I bought one but then used RMP3 for better/longer results so I never used it.
Sounds great. Too bad I have no idea what RMP3 is? 
Search on rmp on rv.net search feature for 36 pages of links containing detailed info.
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Dick_B
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Walmart has one for about $22.00.
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MackinawMan
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hershey wrote:The safer way to approach power application/removal of wax on your MH is to get an orbital buffer.
The orbital buffer doesn't spin like a power buffer. It rotates slowly but mostly vibrates (for lack of a better word) and makes the task a lot easier.
The orbital buffer won't burn or swirl the paint. You can leave it in the same spot for a long period of time and never hurt the paint or clearcoat or gelcoat.
A power buffer needs a very experienced or professional operator to achieve a safe wax or polish job. The orbital buffer...heck your wife can do it....yeah like that will happen 
Thank You!! That's the type of info I was hoping for...
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RVman3252
Ohio, USA
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hershey wrote:The safer way to approach power application/removal of wax on your MH is to get an orbital buffer.
The orbital buffer doesn't spin like a power buffer. It rotates slowly but mostly vibrates (for lack of a better word) and makes the task a lot easier.
The orbital buffer won't burn or swirl the paint. You can leave it in the same spot for a long period of time and never hurt the paint or clearcoat or gelcoat.
A power buffer needs a very experienced or professional operator to achieve a safe wax or polish job. The orbital buffer...heck your wife can do it....yeah like that will happen
This is what I use an Orbital Buffer. It takes a lot or the work out of waxing without the worry of burning the finish.
RVman / John
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RAS43
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Yep, a random orbital buffer is my best friend! I wouldn't even try the job of waxing without one. I have used it on the RV, boat and vehicles for many years without any paint or finish issues. I wear one out about every 5 years as everything gets waxed twice a year. (I like um clean and shiny.
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ford truck guy
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I use a 10" Random Orbital buffer and my finished product looks like this >>  .. 
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GaryGus
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I use a Porter Cable 7424XP random orbital polisher. It will not damage the paint even if you are using a strong cutting compound and pressing down heavily. One of the better tools I have ever purchased. I just finished a 3-step Meguiar's fiberglass process (oxidation remover, polish, wax). It took about 20 hours but is well worth the effort every year. The gelcoat on my unit still looks OK, and I live in an area where the temperature is hot and dry during the May-September months and sun damage is the norm.
Gary and Donna
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