Buffing help

[jaqfan]

Ok Experts.. Time to share your knowledge, I attempted to wax the Ranger but I'm not getting the results that I am looking for..... I am using Fiberglass restorer compound fm wally world and that did a good job and now at least the Top Cap is smooth again. It did take the oxidation off and I dont believe I need to wet sand, Next I used Maguires Flagship Marine wax and it did a ok job but not what I expected... I have a Varible speed buffer from Harbor Frieght..... Maybe I put the wax on wrong or didnt buff it at the right speed I DONT KNOW... Help Please...Anybody have a book on Boat Waxing for Dummies

[WVfishnfool]

I usually apply the wax by hand then use the buffer on low speed to remove. Make sure your using a bonnet made for removing the wax. Don't use the same type you used to compound the boat it will just take most of the wax off.

[perfect-storm]

Get some 3M Finesse It II Finishing Material. Use it with a HIGH SPEED buffer. Following that, wax the boat. The junk from wally world is to coarse and while it will remove oxidation, it will not leave a fine finish.(does more damage than good). The finish has to many scratches to shine properly.

[jaqfan]

Thanks .. I'll get the 3m tomarrow

[wycough]

Get 3M Perfect II Rubbing Compound #5973. See my post. Get a GOOD compounding pad. Compound it then wax it. I found the glaze to be unnecessary. I think if more people used this product there would be less wet sanding needed by everyone. Use the III setting on the bufffer. Spread it w/ your hand on the boat then use buffer w/ GOOD pad.

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[DUP1014]

I just did a fender on my Basscat trailer that was oxidized pretty bad and did it by hand I used 3M restorer and wax and it took about 20 min.turned out awesome also buffed with a coat of wax by hand when done.

Brian

[Benton]

When applying the 3M Finesse It II. How do you apply, and which bonnet/pad do you use. Please explain in detail. Also what setting on the buffer? Does this give a really shiney finish. My top deck looks like it has a haze...I had it buffed by a car detail shop, but did not change it much.
Thanks...

[wycough]

Benton...check my post...

Get 3M Perfect II Rubbing Compound #5973. See my post. Get a GOOD compounding pad. Compound it then wax it. I found the glaze to be unnecessary. I think if more people used this product there would be less wet sanding needed by everyone. Use the III setting on the bufffer. Spread it w/ your hand on the boat then use buffer w/ GOOD pad.
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[RW68560]

The last four weekends I've been working on my 482VS Ranger. Finally finnished it tonight but forgot to bring the camera. Boat is 65 miles away. Anyway I wet sanded with 2000 and a block. Then used the HF variable buffer with 3M compound and a sponge pad. Then used final glaze with a sponge pad. Lastly I used Colinate Fleetwax to go over the finish. Tonight I did a second coat of Fleetwax. Some scratches have "flashed" the glitter on the sides and against a dark blue background, it's obviouse. Couldn't buff that out That's an old body man's line "It'll buff out" no matter how bad it is.

It's hard work. I worked on 3ft sections and basically did a quarter of the boat each weekend (sat & sun) The old boat has been fished hard, but I will give you guys a big THANK YOU for all this great information. The boat looks a whole lot better then it did. Just waxing wasn't getting it. I would still like to slide the boat back a few feet on the trailer to get at a few areas I can't get around because of the wheel-wells and side boards.

Next week I'll be redoing the bunks. Have to replace the boards. Can't find stainless steel staples around here.