SwirlBuster Delivers! - Page 4

xfire · 07-04-06, 07:26

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Originally Posted by cdodkin

You're welcome!

Any idea on the 'spotting' when removing the NXT?

Almost looked like little rain drop sized spots of wax that 'appeared' during buffing.

Buffed out in the end - but I've not seen that before......

Ahh...let me take a guess...detailing clients cars when they want just a wash and wax, it seems that the effect that you desribed above consistently occurs. Why? Because the surface was NOT claybarred. You never mentioned if you claybarred your paint, so this could be the suspect. If you did claybar, my theory is wrong. Tell me if I'm right?

DavidB · 07-05-06, 06:07

Sure you can use those products! Don't discount SBP as just a coverup. It's not. It is a very good swirl remover polish.

cdodkin · 07-08-06, 12:58

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Originally Posted by xfire

Ahh...let me take a guess...detailing clients cars when they want just a wash and wax, it seems that the effect that you desribed above consistently occurs. Why? Because the surface was NOT claybarred. You never mentioned if you claybarred your paint, so this could be the suspect. If you did claybar, my theory is wrong. Tell me if I'm right?

Nope - did a full clay before I started...

I've done some tests, and it looks like I didn't leave the NXT for long enough before buffing it off.

I was too eager to see the SB finish!

Chris.

cdodkin · 07-08-06, 01:07

So - after a 2nd application of the SB polish and then NXT, I see no scratches, even under the fluro in my garage!

Here's the standard outside shot of after the 2nd application:

And here's a shot of the reflection of my fluro tube in the garage:

Now even when it looked great outdoors after the first SB polish, I could see a few scratches under the fluro tube - now I see none!

I'm battling a little with the white powder it leaves - need to pay more attention to the edges and gaps between panels etc - white powder on a black car looks bad.

I did an extra detail with speed detailer to mop up the powder, and that worked a treat - I just need to be more thorough!

And for the record, the first application of SB had gone through a few wash cycles without any of the old scratches coming back - so it's all good so far!

Chris.

DavidB · 07-08-06, 02:12

I discovered that keeping the pad damp (not wet) with Sonus Acrylic Spritz prevents the white powder nearly 100%.

I did the Cayenne last week with SBP, spraying 1-2 shots of Acrylic Spritz on the pad before adding more polish, and my finish came out beautiful with literally no cleanup work required.

xfire · 07-08-06, 02:14

Cdodkin, good to hear your success!

But, maybe DavidB can answer these questions:
It seems that Swirl buster polish is more of a "swirl filler" than a true polish, am I not correct?

Which color of Sonus DAS pad is the Swirl buster pad closest to in terms of aggresiveness?

These questions come from my curiousity and to fill-in the gaps in my detailing arsenal.
Thanks!

DavidB · 07-08-06, 04:40

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Originally Posted by xfire

Cdodkin, good to hear your success!

But, maybe DavidB can answer these questions:
It seems that Swirl buster polish is more of a "swirl filler" than a true polish, am I not correct?

Which color of Sonus DAS pad is the Swirl buster pad closest to in terms of aggresiveness?

These questions come from my curiousity and to fill-in the gaps in my detailing arsenal.
Thanks!

Hi Xfire,

SwirlBuster Polish is indeed a true polish. It is based on Sonus SFX-2 Enhance Polish, which has a great reputation as a swirl remover that does not contain silicones, oils or other fillers. What you see is what you get with SFX-2.

With SBP, we simply added two new ingriedients that offer filling and sealaing capabilities. You can use SBP with our without an LSP. I use it with Acrylic Glanz only and love it.

The SwirlBuster Foam Pad uses the same SWISSTEX foam as our DAS Orange pad. The pad is nearly 2" thick, which allows a lot of pressure to be applied. The diameter is 6.5".

This is an amazing pad. When you put a lot of energy into it, it cuts like a fine-medium cutting pad. When you run it at high speed with light pressure, it acts like a polishing pad. That's why it works so well on swirls.

db

xfire · 07-08-06, 05:16

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Originally Posted by DavidB

This is an amazing pad. When you put a lot of energy into it, it cuts like a fine-medium cutting pad. When you run it at high speed with light pressure, it acts like a polishing pad. That's why it works so well on swirls.

Thanks for the response DavidB...now, when you mention "When you put alot of energy into it," what speed are you assuming my PC would be at, and how much force are you applying to the PC?

Deanski · 07-08-06, 06:04

CDODKIN:

NICE PICS OF THE PORSCHE!! Porsche black can be a pain, but it's the best looking black.

Since delivery of my new 06 997 C2S also in black, I have a minor amount of swirls and marring. I've got my Sonus SFX-3 polish for all final workout.

Looks as if the Swirlbuster system worked very well for your black!

I wonder if SFX-3 has any filler in it?

Since I use sealants, I hope not.

I may have to look into this new pad and polish and see how well it will work with a rotary.

Regards,
Deanski

DavidB · 07-08-06, 07:22

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Originally Posted by VaSuperShine

anyone ever use this pad via rotary, or is its sole purpose dual action?

Works great with a rotary. I have used it at speeds up to 1800 RPM with fantasic results. Keep it moist and the finish will polish out perfectly clear.

DavidB · 07-08-06, 07:24

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Originally Posted by Deanski

I wonder if SFX-3 has any filler in it?

Since I use sealants, I hope not.

Deanski,

The SFX polish line does not contain fillers or silicones. They are pure polish.

db

DavidB · 07-08-06, 07:42

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Originally Posted by xfire

Thanks for the response DavidB...now, when you mention "When you put alot of energy into it," what speed are you assuming my PC would be at, and how much force are you applying to the PC?

To remove swirls I run the PC at 5 - 5.5 and compress the pad 50% to 70%.