Kestrel DAS-6, Good investment?

[Dan29]

I'm considering in investing in a Kestrel DAS-6, this will be my first DA Polisher so looking for some advice to make sure i'm not slipping up and just wasting my money.

Have been looking at this....

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polis...al-action-polisher-menzerna-kit/prod_522.html

And.......

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/polis...polisher-sonus-and-menzerna-kit/prod_525.html

Would either of these be all I need to get started or what other pads/products would I require? Been looking through other threads but keep reading different things and just end up confused.

Any help or guidance appreciated.

Cheers

Dan

 

[7MAT]

The DAS-6 model sold by CYC is not a Kestrel.

Although it is from the same factory in China, not sure on CYC warranty but all Kestrel branded DAS-6s come with a one year warranty and have access to the Kestrel UK service and repair centre.

Have to say the DAS-6 its a great little machine. :approve:

 

[JD]

Matt, don't you sell the Kestrel Branded DAS?

 

[JD]

http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/acatalog/Kestrel_DAS-6_Menz_Kit_2_1.html

I want another free torch please.

 

[7MAT]

Matt, don't you sell the Kestrel Branded DAS?

Sure do, available with a free 5" backing plate & pocket LED swirl spotting torch till Xmas;
http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/acatalog/Kestrel_DAS-6_Dual_Action_Machine_Polisher_1.html

Cheapest kit (menz kit1) suitable for the clio comes in at £89.95.

 

[Dan29]

Sure do, available with a free 5" backing plate & pocket LED swirl spotting torch till Xmas;
http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/acatalog/Kestrel_DAS-6_Dual_Action_Machine_Polisher_1.html

Cheapest kit (menz kit1) suitable for the clio comes in at £89.95.

Ah right, so is that kit all that would be needed to get me started? Just want to make sure I get everything at once rather than buy it and realise there is something that I need.

 

[JD]

Couple of other bits and bobs, but that is the perfect starter kit.

 

[Dan29]

Took the plunge and ordered the Menz kit 1 with extra 80mm spot pads and a 3.5" backing plate. Will give it a blast when the weather smartens up abit.

 

[Gary-Lew]

I have the Kestrel, had it a year now, hammered it and its still perfect

 

[Dan29]

I have the Kestrel, had it a year now, hammered it and its still perfect

Have you found it easy to use? Any products your using that you'd recommend?

 

[Gary-Lew]

I use menz, megs, ag and sonus pads, originally bought the megs package, got loads of diferent compounds tbh, its easy to use, i grip it one handed by the neck.

Found my old thread http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?t=370956

 

[Dan29]

Cheers for that mate, suppose ill end up ordering more stuff once i get the knack of it. Just realised I've only bought one 80mm finishing pad! D'oh!

 

[alex-avfc]

I can't wait to get using mine over Christmas

 

[Dip]

I'm considering making the most of the sale prices and taking the dive to purchase a DA too...I know I've got very light swirls, so should I stick with the same as Dan29's and get another couple of pads?

What cut is Menzerna Power Finish PO 203 S?