Newbee or just fussy? - RSVP

[skyguyz]

After having detailed my NSX I decided to tackle my wifes Audi A6. The paint was/is in considerable worse shape then the NSX.Audi clearcoat is known as really hard. So, I followed a tried recipe:

-Wash with Zymol
-Clay with Meg's clay
-light cut pad with Menzerna Intensive Polish

Well, I'm using (2) 500 watt Halogen lights in my garage and was not happy with the finish after Menzerna Intensive Polish

AFTER MENZERNA INTENSIVE POLISH

So, following the advice of those in the know, I stepped up the abrasive product to Meguire's # 82 swirl free polish and it took care of a lot that Menzerna Intensive Polish left behind, but it still had flaws.

AFTER MEG'S #82 SWIRL FREE POLISH

Now it looks worse, but maybe it's the photo. but trust me Meg's #82 did better.

The following pix is of the fender in the sun after Menzerna's IP:

So what gives?

Is it the halogen lights fault because it does look fine outside in the sun.

Or am I being too picky when viewed in my garage under intense lighting?

*More steps to follow

Thanks in advance for your reply.

 

[wifehatescar]

fyi IP is more abrasive than SFP.

 

[mgm2003]

It looks like you need to use IP with a light cutting pad. Follow up with a pass or 2 with FPII and you should be good to go.

 

[usdm]

This might help you a bit

And then you can look at this

 

[skyguyz]

This might help you a bit

And then you can look at this

Thank you so much! This info is very helpful I can't thank you enough!
:newbie