search through autogeeks forums about the cyclo. I think you will find most, if not all, would recommend a DA over the cylco. I went there looking for info on the cyclo and after a couple days searching the forums I bought a DA.

I don't see how you could do both at once. You have to finish the correction before you can polish. I don't see how you could run different compounds at the same time. You are overlapping with each pad and basically mixing/cross contaminating the compounds and pads you are using

 

Damn you for getting me hooked now. Funny thing is I think my car is that shiny and glossy with just my hand working it.

 

where is andrew? and has anyone talked to steve?

 

I talked to Steve a few days ago. He's been busy with his stores. Andrew is MIA. Probably that time of year near the end of the semester. Everyone is super busy.

 

 

the machines basically make it easier, but anything is possible with enough time doing it by hand. That said, buy one of these and then see if your paint is in the same condition as you thought it was

edit:
Since we are on topic, just thought I would post up the link to Pakshak in case anyone is interested in where to buy quality microfiber -> LINK
I have spent way too much time on the detailing forums as of late. Found out how much I didn't know about even washing a car (two bucket method, girt guards, straight line method, waffle weave microfiber drying), let alone swirl correction

 

andrew is around. I got a message from him last week. When you are a young college kid, there is a lot of tail to chase

 

I have been considering buying a Porter cable for sometime now and I think I am more convinced to go for it. Now, can those pads be washed and re-used or you need a brand new set each time?
I have a question while we are still on this topic. How do you go about the underbody
washing?. Our cars are so low you can only basically get the underside with the water in a horizontal direction. I get worried about getting water somewhere it should'nt. On the other hand I know cars can safely be driven in heavy rain and minor water pools on the road. Any ideas welcome. Thanks

 

the pads can be reused. Just buy some of these or a diluted solution of a degreaser can be used.

I wouldn't worry about the undercarriage. It is coated. The only real way to clean it would be with the use of a hoist

 

Thanks. I will get the Porter Cable. I have my stock sideskirts sitting in the basement. I would start practicing with it till I feel more confident to hit the car itself

 

What the hell ever, no I don't. The reason I made a reference to an HR in this case is the fact that the top bolts are indeed a major pita to break loose, where as on the DE they are not, just stating a fact.

 

you want to know what is a PITA to do... building a motor and installing a twin turbo conversion kit. Done it a couple times; I think I am almost comfortable enough with my skill level to tackle an HR test pipe install. I hear them top bolts are pretty tight

 

How about them Twins?

 

^lol

 

We should get a group of us to head on over to Rock Falls Raceway soon. Maybe invite the G crew with and spend the night there before the race.

 

you have not... you know nothing....... hahaha jk aaron

 

New purchase...gotta love the cheap decent improvements....

http://www.stubbyantenna.com/detail....tenna_B_Silver

Some newer sparks to the market...
http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/de...1&apwidjtpUyTF

 

If you do decide to tackle this project on your own the best way to take off those top bolts is going to be by above. Use lots of extensions, I had 2 12" long 1/2" drive extensions with a breaker bar and it was easy getting them undone. I'm sure the same can be achieved with the HR tho you might have to take out one or both of the intake tubes to get to them.

 

I wonder if those are made in China....