New Version of M105/205

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kevin marks

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Hello,



My dad just got an RSX Type-S and I'm wondering what leather products have proven successful for current Acura Type-S owners.

Right now I'm leaning towards recommending the Eagle One cleaner and conditioner.



Thanks,

Brian
 
I have a 99TL. Only difference is I don't have perforated leather. I switch between Zaino Z10 and Lexol. Both work very well for me. My leather is very soft. My car is garage kept 90% of the time. Ah the benefits of working from home. :)
 
Z10 has a low gloss factory shine and temporarily renews the leather scent as it smells like leather.



Lexol is also easy to use and has a higher gloss shine.



Both products will work well and condition your leather. Use a cleaner on your seats first...you will be surprised how much dirt gets embedded in the leather.
 
I use Lexol leather cleaner and then put 303 after cleaning the leather.



Not sure if that is right but after reading all the posts regarding clearcoated leather (which I believe our seats are), this is the way to go.
 
I have Eagle One's leather cleaner and conditioner. I also have all the Lexol products, and Pinnacle's leather cleaner and conditioner. So, 6 different leather products.



I find I go to the Eagle One stuff first. I like their cleaner - most aggressive of the group. I use a stiff natural brush and scrub well. After wipe off, I take a couple wet paper towels to remove cleaner residue. I then apply conditioner by hand, meaning I pour some product into my palm, coat my hands, and rub into the seats. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes and buff with a clean terry towel.



If I had a garage queen I'd use the Pinnacle more often. The cleaner is quite mild and safe. The conditioner is really nice. I like the feel of Pinnacle-conditioned leather the best.



Lexol is also quite mild and safe. It's one of those "you can't go wrong" products. The only issue I have is that it leaves a glossy finish which I'm not crazy about. I can remove it but it requires an additional step. Some people like the "Fine Corinthian leather" look but it 's not for me.



The results will really depend on the type of leather and the dye method. Every car mfr does leather a bit differently. You may want to ask your question on an Acura-only board just to see what the responses are. I have found from personal experience that "Japanese" leather is tougher to clean yet not as durable as "European" leather. American cars are kind of Forest Gump - you never know what you're gonna get.



Hope this helps.
 
This product is one of the best out there. You can't go wrong with it.

www.leatherique.com


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I hear there is a revised formula of M105/205 made for DA Orbital buffers. Are there any real differences in the new formula vs the old formula? If the old is better, can you still get it? Or skip those and try the new one step M86 Solar System? I am a new user of all for this product but want to try it. I have a PC7424.
 
The 'old' M105 was a bit drier and perhaps more finicky then the 'new' M105, however it cut quicker.

The 'new' M105 swapped some of that cutting power for a much easier to use formula that doesn't dry as quickly and turn to concrete. I think for most people the 'new' M105 is a better polish, although I personally favor the old stuff.

M86 is an older polish (predating M105) that is even easier to use then the new M105, but doesn't have quite as much cutting power.
 
I personally, haven't found any paint defect that (new formula) M105 can't correct. Some clear coats are very stubborn and tough, but, given enough time, the right pads, and pressure, it always does the job for me.:thumbup:
 
firebird said:
If the old is better, can you still get it?
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You will have a hard time finding the old retail. The new line came out about a year and a half or two years ago (I think) so I have to believe all of the old stuff has sold by now. If you really want the old stuff you will probably have to buy it off someone.

There is a Meg's distributor near me who has a tendancy to buy stuff by the pallet load for volume discount purposes and stores it in a temperature controlled room. If you really want some of the old stuff, I can check.
 
Bluegrass Cat said:
You will have a hard time finding the old retail. The new line came out about a year and a half or two years ago (I think) so I have to believe all of the old stuff has sold by now. If you really want the old stuff you will probably have to buy it off someone.

There is a Meg's distributor near me who has a tendancy to buy stuff by the pallet load for volume discount purposes and stores it in a temperature controlled room. If you really want some of the old stuff, I can check.
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Thanks for your generous offer, however; I am not opposed to jumping to the newer formula as it sounds like it may be best for new users and especially that it's DA friendly.
 
I know that the newer version of M105 is supposed to be easier for detaiing buffoons like me, but it dusts too quickly and too much for me. I prefer Ultimate Compound. It may not cut as much but I like its longer working time. UC is buffoon-friendly. :)
 
akimel said:
I know that the newer version of M105 is supposed to be easier for detaiing buffoons like me, but it dusts too quickly and too much for me. I prefer Ultimate Compound. It may not cut as much but I like its longer working time. UC is buffoon-friendly. :)
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True, the M105 does dust a lot, but it is so easy to use, it finishes down very well, and it lets a DA do the work that only a rotary should be able to do.
 
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