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Old May 23, 2009 | 07:31 PM
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Question 3m swirl remover and buffer?

Anyone ever used this stuff?--

3m Perfect-It (foam polishing pad glaze) swirl mark remover 39009, for DARK colored cars

I was gonna get the Meguiar's Swirl X, which I've heard good things about.
Saw this 3M product tho and just curious.

I have some light swirl marks in my hood, which appear to be from a buffer of some sort from previous ownership. Not really noticeable, but I'm a perfectionist. Should be able to get them out, just wondering which products to use.

Also which would be a good buffer for a non-experienced detailer?
Heard good things about the Porter Cable, but which one?


I've done alot of searching but there are just so many options for products and buffers, it's somewhat overwhelming...
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Old May 23, 2009 | 07:40 PM
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porter cable 7424, yellow, orange, white, red, black pads. Yellow for compounding, orange of heavy polish, white for light polish, red for glaze, black for wax/sealant. Course pad colors vary, but usually thats how they go.
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Old May 24, 2009 | 12:25 AM
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3M Perfect-It 3000 Ultrafina SE (#06068) with a blue waffle pad on a machine is a great, fine swirl remover. Keep in mind, It finishes with an oily residue that you have to wash off before you wax. You won't be dissapointed!
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I'd suggest Megs Ultimate Compound and SwirlX. Easy to use products.
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Old May 24, 2009 | 10:47 AM
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I use the 3M products with my P&C including the Fine Cut which I think is better then Meguires.
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