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Power buffer here I come
Posted: Tue Oct 01, 2013 7:44 pm
by Kevin in California
I was gifted a new Shop Fox buffing arbor and a used 1/2 hp 1750 rpm motor last week from my wife's Uncle, so as soon as I figure out what to mount it on, where I will use it, and where I will store it, and have all that accomplished, I will take a picture for show and tell.
I am excited to be setting this up. My finishes have been okay, but I'm hoping that I can really improve them with this set up.
I've seen that many have been using 12" buffs on this arbor, even though Shop Fox says to not use larger than 10". I think I will go for the 12" and have more clearance for buffing. I believe I'll be using the Mernerza compounds too as these seem to be what everyone is using.
Kevin
Re: Power buffer here I come
Posted: Tue Oct 01, 2013 8:11 pm
by John Parchem
I do like using a buffer, it does help at least me with the quality of the final finish. I am sure you will be happy to have it.
Re: Power buffer here I come
Posted: Tue Oct 01, 2013 10:25 pm
by Tim Benware
Get ready to shine!
Re: Power buffer here I come
Posted: Wed Oct 02, 2013 6:11 pm
by John Link
Kevin,
Just be careful about the corners, no matter how well eased. It is easy to buff the finish plumb off before you blink twice.
Re: Power buffer here I come
Posted: Wed Oct 02, 2013 6:27 pm
by Kevin in California
The edges are my big concern. I will have to be very alert to be sure to stay away from them.
I hate sanding, and buffing through!!!!!
It ruins the whole day.
Kevin
Re: Power buffer here I come
Posted: Wed Oct 02, 2013 6:41 pm
by John Link
Kevin, the last guitar I finished without a buffer I wet sanded down to 12,000. It took a full 40 hour week and was one of the most boring experiences in my entire (very long) life.
Re: Power buffer here I come
Posted: Sun Oct 13, 2013 11:00 pm
by Ray Ussery
John Link wrote:Kevin,
Just be careful about the corners, no matter how well eased. It is easy to buff the finish plumb off before you blink twice.
A-Men to that! I ruined a high dollar ($50 a spray can X 2 and primer) 2 part finish I did on a Tele for a friend, in about 1/2 a second clear thru to the bare wood...Grrrrrrr.... complete strip and do over including a fill to boot!
Just take it slow and easy...in fact, it's not such a bad idea to do the edges by hand... seriously, with binding and all...that's what I'd do. Or will do if I ever get another buffer. Had to sell mine before we moved and sorry now that I did...
Good luck, and congrats on a great deal!
Ray :D