I have a Makita not cheap, but it's a dual action. Bit safer on the car when you haven't a clue.
PO6000C/2 Orbit Polisher, 900 W
Random orbit with forced rotation mode for scratch polishing
Random orbit mode for final polishing and coating with wax
Soft start
Variable speed control trigger and dial
Constant speed control under load
Elastomer bumpers to protect the work piece from damages and scratches; The tool can be rested upside down
Lock on function for continuous use
Das Pro kit is superb to start with.
I've used DA's for years and now have a Rupes. These are superb pieces of engineering for when you've surpassed the DAS.
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I see lots of folks asking about DA polishers and which one to buy, lots of personal preferences, of course, and quite a lot of fear about buying the wrong one or using it badly and causing paintwork damage.
My tip would be to buy a recognised brand as a kit with pads and compounds together, so you have everything you need and all compatible.
Next, go to your local bodyshop or scrap yard and beg/buy a scrap bonnet/boot/ door panel and practice on that first until you feel you have gotten the feel for how it all works. Then and only then start work on your pride and joy. :thumbs:
Top advice above. The main thing is the machines a machine with fuel action it's hard to damage anything. The main thing is the pads and the compound, if they are wrong you'll have little effect. What cuts through BMW clearcoat bounces of Porsche clearcoat, it seems much harder, pads can get clogged quickly and again there's then little effect.