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If Kevin says its good, you can take that to the bank. I did, and am reaping the rewards.
I was wondering which one he got (if like above stated not all of them). If all of them, which is the most used. The 21mm or 15mm that denotes "detailer" on it and utilizes the 5.5" pads (which is what most use). I've been thinking about getting the 21mm just for the fact of covering more area but I'm stuck.
I like the idea of the 21mm throw but I would have to go with a 5.5 pad. a 6in pad on a machine w/ a 21mm stroke, man you are going cover a lot of real estate quick.
Kevin Brown said he is really happy with the performance of the Rupes pads.
I will go back and read the thread on Autpia but I wonder if there is any adverse effects using MF pads on a machine with that much throw.
Kevin Brown said he is really happy with the performance of the Rupes pads.
I will go back and read the thread on Autpia but I wonder if there is any adverse effects using MF pads on a machine with that much throw.
Jeff, when using m101 and m105 for compounding are you always on speed 6 on the PCXP? I noticed the jump from 5 to 6 is like twice as fast. The polisher seems like it wants to take off on me and I can't keep the pad from spinning really quickly. Is this normal?
Also, what speed do you prefer with the pc polishing with m205? I've been using 4.5-5 with decent results.
Also, what speed do you prefer with the pc polishing with m205? I've been using 4.5-5 with decent results.
I like the idea of the 21mm throw but I would have to go with a 5.5 pad. a 6in pad on a machine w/ a 21mm stroke, man you are going cover a lot of real estate quick.
Kevin Brown said he is really happy with the performance of the Rupes pads.
I will go back and read the thread on Autpia but I wonder if there is any adverse effects using MF pads on a machine with that much throw.
Kevin Brown said he is really happy with the performance of the Rupes pads.
I will go back and read the thread on Autpia but I wonder if there is any adverse effects using MF pads on a machine with that much throw.
whew...ALL 98 pages =D (for anyone else attempting this, first 30ish are the best)
Just wanted to take a second to thank GoFast and Junkman (and everyone else who contributed) to make such an EPIC thread.
I started out drooling over GoFast's detailing threads, and decided this was something I had to learn.
I've always kept my cars clean, but this awoke a whole different side of me.
I began to read through Junkman's threads and watch his videos, then soon picked up the PC for myself with the trusty M105/205 combo, and I'm just in love with the results!
Detailing bug definitely bit me, found this thread and I've been here reading and taking notes for the past 3 days lol.
(I'm in college and don't take notes this detailed! *pun not intended*)
So anxious to try out some of the awesome products and tips you guys have shared.
I really feel that I should be paying for the amount of information this thread contains!
Just wanted to take a second to thank GoFast and Junkman (and everyone else who contributed) to make such an EPIC thread.
I started out drooling over GoFast's detailing threads, and decided this was something I had to learn.
I've always kept my cars clean, but this awoke a whole different side of me.
I began to read through Junkman's threads and watch his videos, then soon picked up the PC for myself with the trusty M105/205 combo, and I'm just in love with the results!
Detailing bug definitely bit me, found this thread and I've been here reading and taking notes for the past 3 days lol.
(I'm in college and don't take notes this detailed! *pun not intended*)
So anxious to try out some of the awesome products and tips you guys have shared.
I really feel that I should be paying for the amount of information this thread contains!
Hey Jeff whats best for cleaning wheels... Mine are powdercoated but have dirt marks on them that I've been trying to get off with car soap & some hard rubbing. Can take a pic later if that helps out more. Need to make them look shiny for when I try to sell them
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Since they are coated, I would think the Sonax Full Effect Wheel Cleaner would probably be the best. This is what I'm going to be using on my wheels from now on (even though mine really don't get dirty and hardly need anything beyond normal wash).
That with the Daytona Wheel Brush seemed to be the best overall cleaner for coated wheels.
Since they are coated, I would think the Sonax Full Effect Wheel Cleaner would probably be the best. This is what I'm going to be using on my wheels from now on (even though mine really don't get dirty and hardly need anything beyond normal wash).
That with the Daytona Wheel Brush seemed to be the best overall cleaner for coated wheels.
I got a few light scratches (look light) on the lip of one of my wheels while washing - something was hard stuck on it and getting it off it somehow scratched up the wheel in one place. How can I get rid of them? Wheel lips are polished.
Depending on what machine he got (most likely all of them).
I was wondering which one he got (if like above stated not all of them). If all of them, which is the most used. The 21mm or 15mm that denotes "detailer" on it and utilizes the 5.5" pads (which is what most use). I've been thinking about getting the 21mm just for the fact of covering more area but I'm stuck.
I was wondering which one he got (if like above stated not all of them). If all of them, which is the most used. The 21mm or 15mm that denotes "detailer" on it and utilizes the 5.5" pads (which is what most use). I've been thinking about getting the 21mm just for the fact of covering more area but I'm stuck.
I like the idea of the 21mm throw but I would have to go with a 5.5 pad. a 6in pad on a machine w/ a 21mm stroke, man you are going cover a lot of real estate quick.
Kevin Brown said he is really happy with the performance of the Rupes pads.
I will go back and read the thread on Autpia but I wonder if there is any adverse effects using MF pads on a machine with that much throw.
Kevin Brown said he is really happy with the performance of the Rupes pads.
I will go back and read the thread on Autpia but I wonder if there is any adverse effects using MF pads on a machine with that much throw.
Jeff, when using m101 and m105 for compounding are you always on speed 6 on the PCXP? I noticed the jump from 5 to 6 is like twice as fast. The polisher seems like it wants to take off on me and I can't keep the pad from spinning really quickly. Is this normal?
Also, what speed do you prefer with the pc polishing with m205? I've been using 4.5-5 with decent results.
Also, what speed do you prefer with the pc polishing with m205? I've been using 4.5-5 with decent results.
M205 I'm usually speed 4
whew...ALL 98 pages =D (for anyone else attempting this, first 30ish are the best)
Just wanted to take a second to thank GoFast and Junkman (and everyone else who contributed) to make such an EPIC thread.
I started out drooling over GoFast's detailing threads, and decided this was something I had to learn.
I've always kept my cars clean, but this awoke a whole different side of me.
I began to read through Junkman's threads and watch his videos, then soon picked up the PC for myself with the trusty M105/205 combo, and I'm just in love with the results!
Detailing bug definitely bit me, found this thread and I've been here reading and taking notes for the past 3 days lol.
(I'm in college and don't take notes this detailed! *pun not intended*)
So anxious to try out some of the awesome products and tips you guys have shared.
I really feel that I should be paying for the amount of information this thread contains!
Just wanted to take a second to thank GoFast and Junkman (and everyone else who contributed) to make such an EPIC thread.
I started out drooling over GoFast's detailing threads, and decided this was something I had to learn.
I've always kept my cars clean, but this awoke a whole different side of me.
I began to read through Junkman's threads and watch his videos, then soon picked up the PC for myself with the trusty M105/205 combo, and I'm just in love with the results!
Detailing bug definitely bit me, found this thread and I've been here reading and taking notes for the past 3 days lol.
(I'm in college and don't take notes this detailed! *pun not intended*)
So anxious to try out some of the awesome products and tips you guys have shared.
I really feel that I should be paying for the amount of information this thread contains!
Donations wouldn't be turned away lol
Sonar is good, but with powder coated wheels, sometimes it's a crapshoot depending on the quality of the job done.
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I kinda glance in here every now and again since I do some detailing and buffing on the side.
One thing id like to say is just keep it simple. People are asking what pads, what machine, the throw of the machine, pad size, how much material, what temp, what celestrial god to pray to, should I bring my lucky rabbits foot, etc etc.
Just keep it simple, buy the inexpensive stuff and learn on the old beater in the driveway. Then progress and move forward. Find the materials YOU like also, not what some guy off the internet told you about. Hell I only use Malco and 3M products, because they work for ME.
Theres several ways to skin a cat is what im getting at, and at the end of the day this is all about having fun and making your car shine anyways.
One thing id like to say is just keep it simple. People are asking what pads, what machine, the throw of the machine, pad size, how much material, what temp, what celestrial god to pray to, should I bring my lucky rabbits foot, etc etc.
Just keep it simple, buy the inexpensive stuff and learn on the old beater in the driveway. Then progress and move forward. Find the materials YOU like also, not what some guy off the internet told you about. Hell I only use Malco and 3M products, because they work for ME.
Theres several ways to skin a cat is what im getting at, and at the end of the day this is all about having fun and making your car shine anyways.
I agree with what your saying BD1987 but in respect to the "what some guy off the internet told you about" Well IMO Jeff isn't just "some guy".
Technique probably has more to do with it than products do however, having someone with the knowledge and experience that Jeff does pointing you in the right direction doesn't hurt.
If you look at the products he suggests for someone starting out there really isn't that many.
I've been doing paint correction for little over a year now and I think I am OK at it. It hasn't been till recently that I feel comfortable enough and confident enough to try a few other products.
I also agree with using what works for you. Personally I use Meg's products. They have worked well for me and for what I do.
It is about having fun and seeing your results after you have put many pain staking hours into a car.
Technique probably has more to do with it than products do however, having someone with the knowledge and experience that Jeff does pointing you in the right direction doesn't hurt.
If you look at the products he suggests for someone starting out there really isn't that many.
I've been doing paint correction for little over a year now and I think I am OK at it. It hasn't been till recently that I feel comfortable enough and confident enough to try a few other products.
I also agree with using what works for you. Personally I use Meg's products. They have worked well for me and for what I do.
It is about having fun and seeing your results after you have put many pain staking hours into a car.
I agree with what your saying BD1987 but in respect to the "what some guy off the internet told you about" Well IMO Jeff isn't just "some guy".
Technique probably has more to do with it than products do however, having someone with the knowledge and experience that Jeff does pointing you in the right direction doesn't hurt.
If you look at the products he suggests for someone starting out there really isn't that many.
I've been doing paint correction for little over a year now and I think I am OK at it. It hasn't been till recently that I feel comfortable enough and confident enough to try a few other products.
I also agree with using what works for you. Personally I use Meg's products. They have worked well for me and for what I do.
It is about having fun and seeing your results after you have put many pain staking hours into a car.
Technique probably has more to do with it than products do however, having someone with the knowledge and experience that Jeff does pointing you in the right direction doesn't hurt.
If you look at the products he suggests for someone starting out there really isn't that many.
I've been doing paint correction for little over a year now and I think I am OK at it. It hasn't been till recently that I feel comfortable enough and confident enough to try a few other products.
I also agree with using what works for you. Personally I use Meg's products. They have worked well for me and for what I do.
It is about having fun and seeing your results after you have put many pain staking hours into a car.
Thank you Jason. I appreciate the support.
While I'm no god of the industry (unlike some who think they're God's gift), I am a professional and do this for a good living. I may be on the internet giving out free advice, but its advice that I have spent years learning and refining and recommend products, tools, and methods that WORK. Yes you can pick up any polisher, pad, product combo and achieve results.....are they the best results possible? I doubt it. I'm not sure if you (BD1987) were intending to come off the way you did, but perhaps choosing your words better would be been a more courteous way to address things.
I was cruising around on the Autogeek website earlier and saw that Meguairs is coming out with M100 Speed Cut. Does anyone know anything about this stuff? It's the first I've heard of it. At first I thought it was a typo and was suppose to be M101 but they have it listed separately.
On a different note I did a one step correction today on a SOM '05 Avalanche. I used M301 with the polishing pad. This was the first time I had really used it and I am impressed. The clear on the Avy is hard and I was surprised the defects it removed and left one hell of a shine. I had tried using it before about six months ago when I got the Megs MF kit and wasn't impressed but wasn't very good using MF pads yet. I think it was my lack of experience with it more so than the product.
On a different note I did a one step correction today on a SOM '05 Avalanche. I used M301 with the polishing pad. This was the first time I had really used it and I am impressed. The clear on the Avy is hard and I was surprised the defects it removed and left one hell of a shine. I had tried using it before about six months ago when I got the Megs MF kit and wasn't impressed but wasn't very good using MF pads yet. I think it was my lack of experience with it more so than the product.
