When Do I Use The Rotary & Why... Is it REALLY Better Than the DA?

[@TheLizardKing1967]

I want this guy detailing all my vehicles.Luke is the BEST!

[@gregsdetailservice3095]

As a full time detailer I agree with you’re remarks on the rotary and when to use it

[@derrickabare9986]

Hey luke . Why not do the 1st step with the rotary and then 2nd step the da ? I've been detailing for nearly 40 yrs . Grew up with a rotary . 1st 6 or so yrs had a old rotary out of the 70s . Heavy as hell . Went to a flex and on my 2nd one now . About 15 years old. Runs like a champ . Only in the last couple of years I've gotten into da's . Still find myself grabbing the rotary 1st . Keep up the great content.

[@Suspicious0ne]

I was taught from Toyota to use a rotary. I bought a DA down the road. I heavily back the rotary first then finish with a DA. You can make quick work with a rotary but the finish a DA leaves is amazing. It’s almost a fail safe method that anyone can pick up.

[@nodcarillol.6550]

Never thought of DA. I only have rotary at work and i learned to use it for cuttingnand polishing.

[@rickytapp3990]

A rotary will definitely cut to the chase much faster, but you must be mindful when using a foam pad to correct paint with a rotary. It will heat up much quicker than a wool pad, making it easier to burn through paint. I like to use the CSI method and correct it with a wool pad first, than finish off with a foam pad on really hammered paint.

[@Suspicious0ne]

Also for beginners, metal panels vs plastic panels. Metal panels can dissipate the heat better but plastic panels have very little notice before burn through/melting.

[@OOICU812]

Luke, thanks so much for this great information. You are the Scotty Kilmer of car detailing.

[@alex_rodriguez777]

Hey Luke What dilution ratio are you using for ONR as a clay lubricant?

[@johnnyfeathers2567]

II took a shot every time he said Rotary…..I’m in the Hospital now with alcohol poisoning…lol Just kidding Wilson😀🍹🍻

[@btbd2785]

I have a question. why is it that people say you should always start if your a beginner with a DA? is it because its "actually safer"? I mean with a DA your speeds are actually faster that a ROTARY. Also from what I understand you can actully damage the clear or paint just as fast as a Rotary, is this true?? I have used smaller pads to do some small areas of paint correection. I used it with a cordless Drill. I also used the Meguiars DA system/ Attachment which you also use with a highspeed Drill as well. Even though this may not be as good as a true DA. I found that using a small pad on a Drill does a better job at correcting scratches or imperfections than using the drill and Meguiars DA attachment/system. So now I actually want to buy a True Rotary Polisher. I was told that I should stick with a DA instead as a Beginner. What are your thoughts?? Last what are some models you would recommend on both? Thank you.

[@ral8031]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Also, looking buff Luke! 💪😃

[@DriveVibeAuto]

Sonax cut max with a 21mm and microfiber pad will give a rotary a run for its money. I put the rotary to rest once I got my 21mm. There is still a time and place for rotary but for me it's obsolete now.

[@chrisoo8998]

I find the rotary gives more pop I could be wrong but that's what I find

[@tjtewshews5531]

Hey man I have this same Grand Cherokee, any tips? I've never polished before and have already ordered the Dewalt you have here. I'm reading a ton before I jump in and planning on getting a panel from a body shop to practice on. Problem is I keep getting talked in and out of the rotary with every video I watch. I don't mind spending a little more time if I can get the same results more safely. What do you think I should do? Send it back? Can you recommend one?

[@bethanywilliams5887]

I’m sitting here enjoying watching you clean cars and I realize you’re in Middle TN lmfao and I’m nearby. 🤣

[@vac3poteski360]

Hey mate how u are satisfied with that dewalt? Where is made?

[@404_username_no_bueno]

Hey Luke! Would you be willing to do a video on how beginning detailing businesses don't necessarily need to buy name brand product all of the time? Obviously when it comes to protectants (waxes, sealants, ceramic/ graphene coatings) it is a different ball game but I see people buying Adams or ChemicalGuy's (etc.) degreasers, glass cleaners, car soap, and simple cleaners that can be substituted for a generic item. It is as if they are trying to run a business while spending as a hobbyist

[@rogermendez7266]

What polish were you using?

[@KrisCris2001]

Another great video Luke. I haven't used a rotary before and something I always wanted to learn. I have rupes compounds for their DA but do I need different set of compounds if I start using a rotary?

[@Suspicious0ne]

You can polish with water. Doesn’t necessarily matter if the product says DA. It’s a suggested use. I highly advise getting use to a rotary. There is a reason why they use them in auto body shops. But the finish from a DA with a foam pad is unbeatable IMO.

[@KrisCris2001]

@@Suspicious0ne Thank you, will do. Much appreciated

[@davidnoonan6014]

What happened to the Max Shine polishers?

[@rogermendez7266]

Suck

[@Suspicious0ne]

@@rogermendez7266 I’ve been using their 1000w DA and their rotary for years now and haven’t had any issues. I run a boat/automotive detailing company. But yes, if you have the money to get a better brand it is suggested.

[@voltage80x]

Maxshine 21 is a swirl killing machine for a da. Cuts better than Rupes I've tried and I am a Rupes owner myself

[@Carlos.Rivera]

@@voltage80x it stall like everyone stated?

[@timmbos]

A Rupes Bigfoot with a 21mm throw and wool pad will cut much faster than a rotary.

[@Rabbit.760]

Da cuts faster, especially harder paint

[@NeilRodríguez-z8k]

There is absolutely no point in potentially burning paint edges splattering compound everywhere and worst of all HOLOGRAMS see with a rupes MK3 15 I cut even better than a rotary it’s a smaller diameter which will always cut better and faster and I don’t have to remove an rotary tracks it simply corrects and corrects only it dosent put defects in the paint while correcting they are useless in 2024 ! Rotary guys swear by it and that’s fine but while your correcting your holograms I’m already finishing lol

[@seang2012]

Why am I here?! I don’t care anything about this topic. Is it because Luke is hot and it’s sexy when he talks about “pulling his polisher”? Oh god.

[@Suspicious0ne]

Chill bro.