Review Of The SPTA Cordless Polisher - A Great Way To Polish Your Car!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks for featuring The Gold Standard Polishing System. For finishing with the rotary, speed one, and a slightly slower arm speed will help.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks for the tips!! 😎👍🏼

[@tmissey1]

Thanks Phil. I’m old school and all my experience was built on rotory, in fact DA wasn’t around when I learned. Now having said that I am a total fan of DA! Serious paint correction IMHO should be addressed with rotory if the paint will allow, then final with the DA. And you are so correct that rotory in an angle will leave real undesirable results; keep it flat as much as possible unless attacking an imperfection. Thank you so much for your videos. It helps me get back to the craft!

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks for sharing! 😎👍🏼

[@domtrabucco7612]

Generally, a rotary produces no marring, keeps the paint cooler, has less vibration / smoother ride, so it’s less taxing on hands or arms, & produces higher gloss then a DA. For all cutting/polishing I use a Dewalt rotary 100% of the time. I do use a DA, it works great for machine applied wax-(3D Poxy). Phil, try the orange pad from shine-mate or SPTA on rotary with 3D One , 6000 - 1200 rpm you will be absolutely shocked. Try 3D Speed (3 pea sized drops) one pass & wipe off. You will be frustrated that you didn’t try this combo sooner. One big problem - if you split the car (you rotary) (better half DA) half will look really good half will look outstanding.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks for the info. I actually started out using rotary years ago. I have tried all sorts of combinations with it. I just prefer DA personally. I am very efficient with it. Thanks 😎👍🏼

[@0-60STYLE]

Noted. Thank you for the tips dude

[@ottoeliasson4671]

A DIY on greasing would be amazing, keep up the great work!

[@BelLavoroAutoSpa]

The DIY red pad! They must like you more than me haha! Good video Phil.

[@MirandaDetailing]

😎👍

[@diydetailofficial]

There’s some on the way.

[@garciasautomotivedetail5196]

Great Video Phil . Nice rotary. Keep up the good work

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks! 😎👍🏼

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

I have both rotary, DA, and have used forced rotation (Flex).and the gear driven(Flex). When I use for cutting and finishing I have always done it the same way Yvan Lacroix teaches, but sometimes I only use DA on hard paint and on soft paint only rotary. Sometimes I am just a slacker on changing from machine to machine when don't have lots of time and just do the pad switch😁😁 something I always do is change the original grease from factory since have found the machine running colder, that's what I have felt.

[@SoleMax23]

Phil…you need to get the new 8mm forced rotation one that they have. I’ve been searching the tube for a review and I can’t find one. Now you can use rotary and fix the holograms with the dual action. 👍🏽👊🏽

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. I have used other forces rotation polishers before. I had the Rupes one and used the flax one before. I just don’t like the forced action personally.

[@phenos]

I hope DIY detail moves products to europe/netherlands, especially their spray polish and waffle pads. Only waffle pads i can find here are from 3M and are different to these pads and very expensive. My main workhorses are the Rupes LHR15-MK3 and flex 10/8 125, 3D One, uro 50/50 and lake country pads.

[@diydetailofficial]

We have products on the way

[@aquadetails805]

Awesome videos. Keep up the good work, Phil!

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks Man!

[@kp980]

Been following your videos of past and watched this one on rotary. I thought my eyes were playing tricks, but after your rotary pass, the paint certainly looked really enhanced and rich.

[@jeepinspence]

Just keep it moving you'll pick it up very quickly. I started out with an Old Milwaukee(not the sudsy one) rotary and used nothing but lamb's wool 8-9" pads. That was almost 40 yrs ago now! (sheesh) Now? I use a DA constantly either my old Porter Cable 7424xp, or my Griot's g8-g9. I love the fact that the newer machines are SO much lighter! I'll tell you what try doing two cars a day holding an old heavy rotary like the Milwaukee! 🤕

[@diydetailofficial]

I remember those days, and waxing with a 16 lb gem😊

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. Thanks, I actually started out with the rotary many years ago. I just prefer DA, I’m faster with it for what we do. 😎👍🏼

[@Detailing_And_Rust_Repair]

I think its down to a combination of compound, machine and pad. I am used to a rotary, forced rotation and random orbital polisher and i say a rotary cuts the best, if we are talking about cutting :)

[@Mdetailing]

Nice video Phil ( i also change the grease to a high temp good quality on all my polishers in day one i buy them, i like Mag1 bearing grease, is a made in USA product i found here in Greece and is the best i have ever tried)

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks for the info! 😎👍🏼

[@jeepinspence]

Yeah good form! I like to check/change the grease to a high quality grease immediately in all my tools it can make a huge difference in smoothness, vibration and longevity.

[@Mdetailing]

@@jeepinspence i love for high quality the made in USA Mag1 wheel bearing grease, i high temp, red, check it . I have used it in all of my 8 polishers. Small ,big, cordless alla

[@richardseem7948]

Awesome video and product review good friend

[@nolannsautodetail5468]

Subjective is the word of the day lol preach preach I have both and I’m more productive with da polisher and always get great Results.

[@neilwalker5041]

I was on vacation last week but noticed this debate got warmer than it should. Use what your comfortable with support each other. I have adapted Yvan’s methods for many vehicles and it works for me. You guys use a dual action and you get outstanding results which anyone would be proud of. I personally use corded polishers but I do appreciate your reviews of battery powered polishers because they are not dealing with cords dragging across the floor and everywhere else. The DIY gold standard polish is what I find myself grabbing because it is so versatile and uses less product. I do find the wipe off easier when using a two step. Do you have a code for DIY? I use your code at car supplies and would like to use yours at DIY. Thank you for the video!

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. I know right. Those poor “rotarygang” guys are pretty messed up…I exposed their horrible hatred and never even talked about detailing, but Nate as I focused on the principle of the matter and ethics. Went clear over their heads. 🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️. It’s ok, I reported and blocked them all. Thanks for encouragement! 😎👍🏼

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, yes Phil has a code with us, shout be in the video description

[@MirandaDetailing]

Oh sorry about that. Use code MIRANDA10 for 10% off at DIYDetails.

[@neilhibbert5201]

Hi I have spta polisher and strip down head and replace grease inside head and made it a lot quieter. 😢

[@MirandaDetailing]

Cool! Thanks!

[@jt19767171]

What grease did you use?

[@VassRulez]

Phil could you do a review on the SPTA polishing pads? Some of their pads such as the Bevelled Triangle 5-6'' range are amazing value and look very similar to the shine mate pads which are highly regarded. Im curious how they feel/compare to the more expensive foam pads(Shine mate, buff& shine, rupes, lake country), I suspect it might have a lower quality velcro backing plate but the german made foam might be identical to the shine mate.

[@VassRulez]

Hi Phil, would a finishing pad like this be able to take out polishing defects from a heavy cut wool pad+long throw D.A or would you need slightly more cut in the pad?

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. Good question. That would really depend on the hardness/softness of the paint. This pad was designed for jeweling, they have their yellow pad that is designed for polishing.

[@diydetailofficial]

Yes, it will cut enough for that.

[@Ecdetails]

Dope video Phil appreciate your honesty

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks man

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

So much truth spoken in this video. Appreciate you Phil! 🙏🏻 I just got aome DIY products. Looking forward to giving then a try...

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks so much!! 😎👍🏼

[@ang2202]

Great video. Im considering getting my first dual action polisher. Do you have any experience with the 15mm corded version? Are SPTA polishers worth to get into paint enhancements?? Thank you

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. Thanks for I haven’t used the corded versions yet, but I’m sure they are great if these are. We use these SPTA cordless polishers for everything. We can do paint corrections with them also. They are not an inferior polisher at all. We use them over the Rupes cordless polishers because they feel better. Give them a try.

[@wescat2]

Great review Phil. That Crystal Black Pearl Honda paint is beautiful. I'm a DA guy, but would like to see you use that on some jacked up paint to see how it does.

[@ang2202]

Im willing to give them a try but Im concerned about the battery situation. I feel like 2 isn't enough and they dont sell them separately on amazon. I know you have multiple machines and batteries but how would I go about managing 2 batteries? Thank you.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi! Yes that was a concern of mine also. Hut you can use OEM Makita batteries with these SPTA cordless polishers. So I bought a pair of them with these SPTA cordless double charger and now have 4 batteries! Plenty to work around the vehicle and not run out.

[@millerdetailing4176]

Great video Phil ,definitely looks like a great machine for the price.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks man

[@tucksmith8300]

Awesome video Phill

[@MirandaDetailing]

Thanks

[@tucksmith8300]

@@MirandaDetailing I started using a rotary buffer when I started detailing and now I use a DA Polisher

[@btbd2785]

Very true! However, they both have pros and cons. Just curious, are you having good results with the D.I.Y jeweling pad? I have the Lake country blue waffle "finnesing" pad. I wonder if there is much of a difference if I switch to using the D.I.Y Jeweling pad

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. That’s true. The jeweling pad is great but I rarely do a final polish with it. I love using my orange LC pads to finish. On really soft finicky paint yes the red pad is awesome. But honestly I use water soft pads I have to finish on soft paint. The jeweling pad is awesome but it’s certainly not the only pad.

[@btbd2785]

@MirandaDetailing I Hey Phil. You mentioned you use "Water soft pads? Never heard of those? Do I am going to be removing some medium to heavy defects off of soft clearcoat. Then I am going to be using a Primer finishing polish before ceramic.coating. Using a Rotary for that process. So what pads would you recommend

[@MirandaDetailing]

Oh sorry. It autocorrected. Meant to say “whatever soft pads”. I do t use a rotary for finishing or primer polishing before a coating. I usually use our orange LC pads and DR beasleys NSP45 to polish/prime then I coat it.

[@btbd2785]

@MirandaDetailing Okay. So I have Gyeon's Prime and also picked up Labocosmetica Fiero. I'm thinking I will use the Fiero. If you say the orange may finishing down better than the Jeweling pad,then I will probably try the UDOS Khaki pad. Which is one of the pads designed for the UDOS 31 AND 51E series. If that doesn't work, then I could try the Orange Pad. Do you use the Regular Flat pad, CCS? Or, do you use the SDO OR HDO series, which you can also get in the CCS series?

[@DetailingMadeSimple]

Nice review on the Rotary Phil . I agree depends whatever you’re efficient at or the job at hand. 👍. Speed 2 and on that rotary just slightly more quick are movement and no pressure. Speed 2 on the SPTA rotary is like speed 1 on the flex rotary that’s 600rpm. 500-700rpm is my preferred rpm. So the rupes on speed 1 is 450 and speed 1 flex is 600rpm. What’s the max RpM on that SPTA? I like to use a pad washer with my polishers.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. Thanks. It says 380-1600 rpm.

[@DetailingMadeSimple]

@@MirandaDetailing copy thank you 🙏

[@omargonzalez-uw5ow]

Do you own the Forced rotation cordless SPTA version? I own the 15mm and am thinking of investing in the forced rotation model. Would like to know your thoughts on the unit before I get it. Thanks for the awesome content.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. I don’t have any forced rotation polishers anymore. I had the Rupes Mille and did not like it at all. The rotation was counterclockwise and it didn’t cut or finish the way I wanted at all. Unfortunately not a fan of them.

[@mutatedgenome]

Phil, have you found a use for this rotary in your business or are you still manly finishing with the DA? How does the SPTA rotary feel in use compared to their DA?

[@MirandaDetailing]

Not really, I use it very rarely. We are so proficent with our DA's we dont really have a use for the rotary. Don't get me wrong, plenty of detailers love the rotary and swear by it, but to each their own.

[@0-60STYLE]

Have you found ways to use other batteries like Ryobi with these? I ordered one with your link. It was a tossup between this one and DeWalt and I don't have any DeWalt batteries so... This will do the trick I'm sure for many years to come.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. So the Makita batteries will work. But the after market Makita ones suck. I had to buy the OEM ones. They are more expensive but they’re way better. amzn.to/48NSKhS amzn.to/3S9yoso

[@0-60STYLE]

@@MirandaDetailing good excuse for you to get the Makita forced rotation+DA eventually, I watched Scott HD and it's the est health and safety oriented performance machines for noise and vibration AND polishing performance actually when it comes to the cordless polishers.

[@0-60STYLE]

@@MirandaDetailing if I were to do this at the pro level that would be my #1 concern with the trade along with a fancy respirator for the sprayable and non sprayable ceramics and carriers.

[@gimblito8172]

how does this compare to dewalt and shinemate cordless da??

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. I’m not sure about the dealt becasue I have never used it. But the I do have the Shinemate. kzbin.info/www/bejne/np_bkmiDj9SoZ9Usi=23yht9sesmdhpjzT We still use the SPTAs on a regular basis.

[@Not_nice718]

I have a 2025 suv and my side mirror got some scratches from a next car hitting my side mirror with they side mirror what buffing and pad and sauce I use to get it out I was going to use the mini spta

[@MirandaDetailing]

Try Meguiar’s d300 correction compound and a medium orange pad first. If you need more cut use a microfiber pad.

[@Not_nice718]

@@MirandaDetailing thanks for the tips I’m outside worker so hopefully I can get it done one day when the weather gets to 70 because 89 & 95 degrees not a good look even if I in a shade place lol

[@stevenv9224]

Did you use the red pad from diy with a DA 15mm? If so how did it come out also was it like the rotary finish? Thanks brother 👍🏻

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. Yeah I still primarily use the DA for cutting and finishing. I use the rotary very rarely. The red pad works great on both.

[@stevenv9224]

@@MirandaDetailing my brother thanks for the quick reply. You and the family have a wonderful weekend 👍🏻

[@randyelo5910]

what did you spray on the yellow pad?

[@MirandaDetailing]

DIY details Gold Standard Polish. Sorry I thought I mentioned that in the video.

[@diydetailofficial]

The Gold Standard Polishing System

[@Invesibledetailer]

Im just curious to know what steamer you use in interiors ? I was trying to find It in a video, but I couldn't

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. It’s this one…. VX5000 Review! Is It The Best Steamer For Mobile Detailers? kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpjThpSKh86qrLM

[@Invesibledetailer]

@@MirandaDetailing thank you so much

[@KingTheDetailer]

Milwaukee or spta polisher ? Your opinion

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. I haven’t tried the Milwaukee. But the SPTA polishers have been solid for years!

[@richardseem7948]

Hate when people say spta is crap.that is so far from the truth. Their products are truly amazing

[@sahilakshay1098]

I use to love da polishers then I started using a rotary and now I use rotary---》DA---》rotary if you know you know😊

[@WHEELSRT7]

👍👍👍 new ear buds?

[@paul6749]

Hi Phil, coincidentally there is a polishing tutorial from Yvan on Pan’s latest video😊 Glad to hear you mention Jim White of White Details from here in the UK. He can probably lay claim to being one of the best detailers in the world. His attention to detail and results are on another level.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Yes! I also did one with Yvan kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZ3FYpypeciXh9U

[@ericyin3066]

Waiting on those "Gang" to comment.🤣🤣🤣🤣 Great video!

[@MirandaDetailing]

🤣🤣🤣 I know right! Poor guys… so much hate for such a trivial thing

[@Motsdetailing]

Great video! We must all remember that there are multiple ways to get to where are going, it doesn’t matter which polisher you use as long as the results are there and the client is happy.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Exactly. Thanks!

[@michaelmoses4019]

So it takes makita batteries without modifications?

[@MirandaDetailing]

Correct.

[@scottmcbride2237]

Good video. Rotories do cause holographics.

[@CaliforniaCasey]

🏆

[@koioo2]

i am qwiet good morning

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

First!!!

[@Detailguy101]

Phil noticed you have waffle pad, ivan from diy says waffle are the best pads!

[@MirandaDetailing]

Hi. Yeah the new waffle pads from DIY are great. I can’t say one or the other is the best, but they are pretty awesome.

[@exil3dlivecom]

Rotary seems to give a deeper gloss. It's weird. I use both DA and Rotary. And noticed this. I prefer the DA since it's safer but goddammit, Rotary does have a edge on the gloss.

[@MirandaDetailing]

Cool! Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏼