Menzerna or 3d hd

**David Fermani** · 03-31-2015, 08:31 PM

Originally Posted by davidc

Okay, with all this hype on 3D products, does 3D make a compound that would be the equal or better than 3M Super Duty. I ask because the 3M kicks a** on oxidized Gel Coat. I tried Megs 105 with not much success although an old chart floating around here was showing 105 and Super Duty in the same category and I can tell you there was no comparison. There are 3 compounds I use quite frequently, Very heavy cut, general purpose and finishing. 3D does seem to show these 3 categories, I guess the big question is the very heavy cut.

Dave

If you like Super Duty, you`d really enjoy either HD Cut and/or 3D`s new AAT Rubbing Compound. Provides super quick work time, lubricants that don`t dry up or produce heavy dust(even used outside in direct sun) and wipes off effortlessly (even in cracks/crevices).

3D AAT #501 will be out very soon. Here`s a thread on it: Introducing: 3D AAT Rubbing Compound

Oh, and it won`t cause damage to your internal organs or cancer like 3M Super Duty!!!

http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/mediawe...9lxtD7SSSSSS--

**Ccrew** · 03-31-2015, 10:10 PM

Originally Posted by David Fermani

Oh, and it won`t cause damage to your internal organs or cancer like 3M Super Duty!!!

Even in California. Even a 2x4 has a sticker on it saying it`s known to cause cancer in CA.

**Danmc** · 04-01-2015, 07:34 AM

Ok already. I could not stand it, I just ordered the HD polish. I will do a side by side and that will settle it.

**David Fermani** · 04-01-2015, 07:36 AM

Well that`s because they`re treated with Formaldehyde...

But keep in mind, comparing apples to apples, none of 3D/HD polishing compounds have any kinds of warnings like that. AND, they`re even manufactured in California!

**Bunky** · 04-01-2015, 10:20 AM

Originally Posted by GearHead_1

Not everyone wants a debate when sharing their opinion so they just don`t say anything.

Very true. This is also any threads on best of favorite products just represent the opinions of those that posted.

**mystickid** · 04-01-2015, 12:04 PM

Pads Aside and focusing solely on the polish ability, Does HD polish provide more cut or Menzerna SF4500 (i.e. 85rd)?

**David Fermani** · 04-01-2015, 12:41 PM

Originally Posted by mystickid

Pads Aside and focusing solely on the polish ability, Does HD polish provide more cut or Menzerna SF4500 (i.e. 85rd)?

I`d have to say yes undeniably. When I demo HD Speed (which is 75% HD Polish & 25% HD Poxy), I use it to remove 3000 grit sand scratches. Takes anywhere from 10-15 seconds. At SEMA this year I removed 1500 grit scratches which takes about twice as much time. The main reason is because both polishes, as well as all 3D/HD polishing compounds, use non-diminishing abrasives. This basically means that cutting action doesn`t deteriorate. With Menzerna, which uses diminishing abrasives, you only get the initial cutting power and then it goes down hill as the abrasives round out/break down.

**Lonnie** · 04-13-2015, 02:29 PM

The key acronyms (according Meguairs) are:
SMAT~ Super Micro Abrasive (not adaptive) Technology, which means the abrasives keep their size throughout the cutting/compounding/polishing application (M105, M205, M100, M101?) good for today`s clear coats on cars

DAT~ Diminishing Abrasive Technology, which means the abrasives break and get smaller (IE, diminish) throughout the C/C/P application (M01, M02, M03) good for yesterday`s lacquer and enamel (IE, single stage) car finishes.