Meguiar’s #80

[CTDiesel]

I really like the look of Meguiar’s #80 followed by #16, and I was curious as to how frequently I could use #80 without negatively impacting the clearcoat thickness. How abrasive is #80? Is it not advisable to use #80 each time I reapply #16? Maybe once or twice a year instead?



I know it may be difficult to give a definitive answer, but I would appreciate anyone`s comments that have used #80 for some time.



Thanks!

[hirosh]

if you are worried about impacting the clear coat, yet need a light polish, maybe you should get something a little less aggressive, maybe like #9 Swirl Remover 2.0 or something similar.

[a.k.a. Patrick]

I dont think its something you would want to use on a regular basis, however, as an initial cleaner, its hard to beat. As said, use a lighter grade abrasive for your maintenance needs....I think you`d be ok once a yr (#80) if needed......

[CTDiesel]

Is #82 less abrasive?

[PakShak]

#82 is more aggressive than #80.



With Aloha,

Ranney

[Accumulator]

Originally posted by PakShak

#82 is more aggressive than #80.

I really don`t mean to :argue but I think you have that one backwards. #80 seems way more abrasive to me, but it does break down very fast.

[PakShak]

Ooops....



Your right Accumulator.



#82 is less aggressive than #80.



I better take it easy with the Mai Tai.



With Aloha,

Ranney

[Accumulator]

Originally posted by PakShak

Ooops....I better take it easy with the Mai Tai.

Heh heh heh, that gives me ideas... It *is* a long holiday weekend

[Scottwax]

I`d use #80 when your paint needs deep polishing and #81 for in between polishing.

[CTDiesel]

I also have Menzerna FPII, but I`ve been reluctant to try it based on the comments seen here. I know #80 is more than just a polish, but how does FPII compare to #80 in terms of abrasive level?