Buffing clear

[James Mills]

What's the best material to use for buffing up Urethane clear?


Thanks,


James

[Randy Powell]

I like Phil Granderson's suggestion of using 3M rubbing compound then finishing compound followed by show glaze. But that's just me.

[Mark Scarborough]

James,
I couldnt agree more with Phils comments via Randy,, I think that was in Model Aviation a couple months back. I have polished a few (hundred) cars with Urethane on them. Phil's article laid to rest some concerns I had about buffing on models. One comment, I dont remember if it was in the article, but your BEST optimal time to rub-a dub on that clear is usually between 24 hrs and 48 hours after shooting the clear. That is assuming 70 degrees, 50% humidity. Lots of patience and clean microfibre polishing clothes to wipe and inspect.

[Randy Powell]

I think you're right Mark. The Slider was done some 6 months after finishing. Worked out OK, but it wasn't fun. The Novi was done 48 hours after shooting. Worked out better.