3M PERFECT-IT 3000 Training Class Pictures

TH0001 said:
How embarressing for the rep that he doesn't even know how to buff cars with out getting huge amounts of splatter. You would think the rep would atleast know how to polish paint with out creating such a mess.
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I seen that and laughed too Todd.



They should just hire me to teach.:heelclick
 
gmblack3a said:
Does 3M put on these schools anywhere?
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SilvaBimma said:
Interesting, how hard is it to get a class together, price of equipment/training?
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I would think so. Their Aftermarket Division office is in Atlanta, so you might be able to main line the contact. I'd think that they'd be more than willing to promote thier product.

I'll check into it & let you know.





TH0001 said:
How embarressing for the rep that he doesn't even know how to buff cars with out getting huge amounts of splatter. You would think the rep would atleast know how to polish paint with out creating such a mess.
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It's not that the rep doesn't know, it's the detailer at the body shop (the rep wasn't doing the sanding/buffing). Everyone standing close to the car got splattered because he didn't work into the product properly. Working a bead correctly wasn't discussed until after this spot repair(along with properly hanging the buffer cord on your shoulder). No doubt it could have helped if it was done 1st. :D The class was more product focused rather than buffer technique (other than speed and pressure).





rydawg - have you tried any of their SRC polishes? The rep is also checking into the european line of polishes and hardware too. He wasn't aware they had slightly different products over there.
 
David - I have been using their SRC polish since last spring and I like it a lot. I hate the strong chemical smell. It's the only SRC stated polish I know of available in the US. I am sure all the UK products are close to the US products, but have different #'s cause of the VOC laws in the US. Their products are not VOC compliant. They do have the 6" pads though. We only have 8" and 3".



I know in different countries they do have different products. It looks like they have some newer stuff also, but is not on their site. Now they just need an ultra fast cutting compound like M105.



They do have a production detail line also.



Their Show car wax is decent too. A very underated OTC product.



3M is one of the biggest companies out their, if not the absolute biggest. I am sure they make products for other companies too if you search real hard. They make thousands of products and not just car care. I bet every house has atleast one thing that is made from 3M.
 
Very messy very strange. If you really want to refine the finish, make sure to remove the 1500 scratches with say 2k followed by 2500, then refine with 3k (megs makes a 3k hand paper). Not only will you eliminate the absolute need for a harsh compound but you will also have an unbeatable finish.



Yeah , that much splatter is pretty much laughable considering this person is suppose to be showing people how it's done, maybe there were only body shop workers there so he didn't want to show them up?
 
Your right Brian. When it comes to hand sanding Megs Unigrit makes the best hand wetsand paper. It lasts a long time and is VERY even.



3M makes the best orbital sanding system.
 
David Fermani- Thanks for posting this thread :xyxthumbs



rydawg- Nice to see I'm not the only person who likes their Showcar Paste Wax (though I only have the older version).
 
Thanks David, I wish I could have attended. It was a body shop guy that coached me on how to use 3M Extra Cut and Ultrafina SE. I didn't care for their Swirl Remover (he did however) I always used Menzerna polishes instead. But - I think I can safely say that everybody loves Ultrafina.
 
rydawg said:
UF is easy to use and you can get spectacular results, it's just knowing how to use it properly. Watch the video on their website. Learn the pressure techniques and keep the pad wet are the biggest tips. A true swirl free high gloss will follow.



I am always here to help people out too.
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Do you have a link to those videos?
 
VaSuperShine said:
Very messy very strange. If you really want to refine the finish, make sure to remove the 1500 scratches with say 2k followed by 2500, then refine with 3k (megs makes a 3k hand paper). Not only will you eliminate the absolute need for a harsh compound but you will also have an unbeatable finish.



Yeah , that much splatter is pretty much laughable considering this person is suppose to be showing people how it's done, maybe there were only body shop workers there so he didn't want to show them up?
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Can you explain the need for additional sanding (2000 > 2500) when the 3000 Trizact system ends up removing the 1500 sand scratches? Seems like alot of in between steps/labor that isn't needed that could end up removing excess clear. As long as you end up flattening down your primary scratches by finishing with 3000, you won't need a strong compound anyways. :nixweiss
 
rydawg said:
What kid of DA do you have?
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I am using a 6" Matco DA. also where can i find this kit. I have been wanting to try 3m for a while and this looks like the perfect kit to get into it
 
David Fermani said:
Can you explain the need for additional sanding (2000 > 2500) when the 3000 Trizact system ends up removing the 1500 sand scratches? Seems like alot of in between steps/labor that isn't needed that could end up removing excess clear. As long as you end up flattening down your primary scratches by finishing with 3000, you won't need a strong compound anyways. :nixweiss
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I think he is explaining on hand use if air is not available to users.



The 3000 Trizact disc does eliminate the need for multiple steps (1000, 1500, 2000, 3000, etc.)



That what make the disc so unique. Even other sanding systems, you sometime still need to climb the ladder to perfection. 3M has eliminated the multiple process and made it simple with a 2 step sanding setup.:xyxthumbs
 
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