MEG #81 (Hand Polish) - allow to haze?

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imported_memnuts

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What is the best method when working with Meg #81.

Buff into finish and wipe off or allow to remain on finish (haze, if possible) for a period of time prior to buffing?

TIA
 
this was on showcargarage hope it helps



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Hey RamAirV1,



I would treat the application and removal of #81 Hand Polish the same as the #7 Show Car Glaze. (You should find the #81 a little easier to remove).



Again, the key is thin, even, coats. I would also make sure the car is in a garage or in the shade when applying and removing.



I would apply it either by hand or by PC with a Meg's Finishing pad W-9006 (You know me and my desire for Finishing pads!! LOL! ). Then to remove, first go around and wipe the first level of the product off with a MF (Mike likes 100% cotton Terry Towels whereas I still prefer the MF). Then go around with a MF bonnet over a fresh W-8006 polishing pad to buff off the remainder and to bring out the tremendous gloss. You will love the shine!!!



As for the tar, I have had several white trucks/cars in my life that showed every spec of tar! So now with my dark colored truck, I may not see it, but I know its there waiting to be removed.



Cheers!

Tim
 
Good question "Z"



I like do to one panel at a time using thin coats.



After one panel is done, I wipe completely off with an MF that has some bite. I like the Vipers for this.



You may get some streaking and smearing. Just apply thin coats. If some product remains, don't worry, you're wax will remove it when you buff it out.



I have had sick results on dark colored cars with #81 topped with #16.



In fact I really love #80, #81, #16 combo. Works wonders on dark colored cars.
 
Thanks 6']['9, Chris (reference post author) and Spilchy :bow



6']['9 : I used the procedure you referenced and even used an 100% USA cotton towel for the initial buff off. I followed with a MF(terry-type) for the final buff. When the directions state "light" buff Meguiar's means it. Any pressure and this stuff gums up :shocked". After developing the pre-cotton buff and "lite" buff techniques this product was very easy to remove. I applied by PC very thin coats with a Meg W-9006 finishing pad and worked it into the finish.



Spilchy: You are right! #81 really adds an unbelievable deep, wet and glossy finish. I have used the Meg #7 on my ss paints but my only encounter with #7 on clearcoat was unsuccessful. Better technique and tools (no PC usage in past) then product. Yes, any residual smearing was removed with the application of NXT x 2 (for complete coverage - not layering). I did one side, pull her out and WOW :D!! I will top in a few days with Meg #16.



I pre-cleaned the finish with WG cleaner prior to #81. Finish was prepped about 3 weeks ago( car not driven since last prep) with rotary so this whole experiment was for appearance only. Excellent results on black.

What spurred this experiment was the wonderful experience I had with the WG system on my wife black Lexus. The results were very good but I was really impressed with the pre-cleaner and it's ability to product such a clear finish. One thing lead to another and today's experiment was born. :cool:
 
Scottwax said:
I apply #81 to the whole car then go back and remove the excess. Seems to buff of a bit more easily that way.
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That is how I also use the #81 and it does indeed buff off easier.
 
Scottwax said:
I apply #81 to the whole car then go back and remove the excess. Seems to buff of a bit more easily that way.
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So do all you boys find the #81 to be easier to apply AND remove (especially if done by hand) than #7?



Thanks
 
I apply it to either one side of the car, or all over. I find it fine to remove, saying that have never found #7 a problem to be honest. Some times due to time or weather constraints i do a couple of panels at a time and have no problems with that either. ( All by hand have no PC)
 
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