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csullivan
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I just bought a new buffing mandrel. This new one is larger than my old
one, so I need to replace my buffs. I need 10" dia. with a 1" hole. I guess
canton flannel is probably best, but I'm open to suggestions. I can't seem
to find a supplier, so if anyone can point me in the right direction, I'd be
most appreciative. Also, do you think it would be advisable to go to a 12"
buff? I think a 1" shaft should handle that ok.
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Craig, go with at minimum a 12" wheel, 14" if you can find them. I don't know a supplier off the top of my head, but somebody here will. Did you try Parma or Grizzly?

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Caswell has a large selection of buffing wheels...often priced at 2 for 1.

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Here is the link to Caswell. As JJ mentioned, they usually have good sales.

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I use the Caswell 14" Canton Flannel. They are great.

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Brock,

Do you use just one or do you put two together as the Stew-mac set-up suggests?

Oh ya! What compounds do you use?

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I have 2 together. They are pretty thin to use 1 at a time.


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And what compounds do you use?

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I have the menzerna (sp) compounds from course through very fine. I got them at Grizzly. I think Stewmac carries all of them too. Depending on the finish, how far I have sanded it, etc. I start buffing with different compunds.


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csullivan
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Thanks everyone. Since I posted my inquiry I ran across Caswell doing a
Google search. Looks like that's the place. I'll try the 14" canton flannel
buffs. Maybe I'll shine my shoes while I'm at it! Thanks again.
Craig
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Thanks for the info Brock, I just ordered one (2 actually with the 1 free) and a wheel rake. Good source.
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Craig, another place you might consider is http://www.jestcoproducts.com/

They will make-up buffing wheels to your specifications i.e. diameter, thickness and arbor size if you can't find what you are looking for on their website.Anthony Z38616.9874305556
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doug

you do realize that you need a different set of buffs for each grade of buffing compound used?
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Yeah, I have 3 other buffs. But thanks for thinking of me. I also have the medium and fine menzerma sticks.
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Brock,
Do you ever use the cotton wheels?
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I use the 14" canton flannel buffs

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Anyone tried the denim wheels Caswell claims them to be as soft as canton but much more durable
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