Does anyone use a 3" Buffer

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I'm wondering if anyone uses a 3" Buffer.

Something like this:

http://3mcollision.com/3m-3-inch-pistol-grip-buffer-28354.html

I get nervous with my 7" Makita buffer around edges. I will be buffing my 72 Camaro and there's alot of tight areas on the front and rear panels plus if I want to touch up my door jambs.

Is this a waiste of money or might it save me from a break thru. BTW, I have never taped my edges while buffing and I think that's something I should do.

Thanks, Steve
 
i use a small buffer and also use a small 3 inch one. i use a ton of blue tape on every job. 2 in and 3/4 in both .
 
shine;25300 said:
i use a small buffer and also use a small 3 inch one.
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How often do you use the 3" buffer, why do you use it instead of your regular small buffer?
 
i try to make sure hard to buff areas do not need it. but there are times a 2-3 inch pad is all that will fit. it is also easier to control when doing the final details . i use blue tape to protect any place there is a chance to burn. the edge of the pad is often what bites you .
i use 6.5 in pads instead of the big ones.
 
shine;25311 said:
i try to make sure hard to buff areas do not need it. but there are times a 2-3 inch pad is all that will fit. it is also easier to control when doing the final details . i use blue tape to protect any place there is a chance to burn. the edge of the pad is often what bites you .
i use 6.5 in pads instead of the big ones.
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Thanks Shine.
 
i'm going to let you in on a secrete . for 30 years or so i have carried a DA list into the booth with me . it improves the outcome by light years .
it is my " Dumb Ass List " . it is my last reminder to check things and make sure i shoot all the trouble spots first and to make damn sure around windows or revels and such get extra care. i'm not the least bit concerned with the middle of a panel . my attention is to all the pia spots that will bite me. this why i dont sand edges or body lines. i tape them off before sanding.
 
Jim C;25332 said:
i think i use my 3" just as much as my makita buffer. i found the cheap ones including the 3m just absolutely $uck. they have no torque and the pistol grip ones just wear out your wrist. i knew i was going to use mine alot so i invested in a good one. i have the one below and its hands down the best 3" buffer you can buy. well worth the investment.


http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/DYNABRADE-Air-Buffer-25H877?Pid=search
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Thanks for the advice on the cheaper buffers (3M, IR, etc.)

Do you use the 3" buffer on cars/truck a lot or mostly motorcycle parts?

Thanks, Steve
 
I use it on both. It just comes in handy on almost anything. Tight areas or places where a full size might get you in trouble
 
I use a Blue Point Mini Polisher/Buffer. As others have mentioned it works great in area's where you can't get a larger buffer to work. Here is the one I bought. I know several people using this mini polisher, and it appears it is a good quality for the price. Snap on dealer sell them, normally.

http://image.snapon.com/international/pdf/at403mc.pdf
 
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