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Old May 6, 2009 | 03:25 PM
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Hey guys i was just wondering what rubbing compounds is everyone using?? I will be using a PC. I have Zaino but i wanted to get a real good buff before i use the zaino.
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Rubbing compounds will dull your finish so be sure as to what you are doing and the process you are taking.

For stubborn imperfections I pull out the 3M rubbing compound on an Orange Pad, set it on speed 3 and go over the panel. I start to increase the speed as time progresses. Once I finish with that, the finish is pretty dull, then I bust out the Mezerna IP and do the same process on a different Orange Pad. Then, (if need be) some TC-8 swirl cutter and finish it off with your choice of wax on a Blue Pad.
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i know it dulls the paint thats why u polish afterwards. Just wanted to know what other people where using.
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I'm sorry, it's jus' the way you worded your question. I like 3M's rubbing compound. I have tried Meguiar's and the results were about the same but I felt that the 3M was more abrasive.
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3m is the way to go I have had great results using it.
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3M makes a few good ones. Meguiars 105 is very nice. And of course Menzerna.
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Another one for 3M, rubbing and polishing.
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Get some Megs Ultimate compound from WalMart. Follow that up with Zaino ZPC. Slap on some Z2pro and be the envy of the neighborhood.
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thanks for the suggestions guys...im going to go with 3m.
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