Will try out my new 7424.....what to use guys?

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Ok, guys. I will trying out my new PC7424 and I was wondering what is the best product to try on black pearl acura with light swirls/scratches(both the same).



What products do you recommend?



Thanks!
 
I used my PC for the first time last weekend and was seriously impressed with the results on my 1999 Honda Prelude.



I used Meguiar's #80 Speed Glaze, over a previously clayed surface with a Meg's W8006 Polishing Pad. Applied and spread the product out on speed 3 to a uniform coat, then worked the polish in, on speed 5 & 6 till it was ready to buff off by hand.



That combo removed my light swirls and scratches without using a more agressive cutting pad, but other peoples results may differ.



There is also a lot of info in the review sections :xyxthumbs
 
Hey cbs, I would recommend SSR1 with a white LC polishing pad for light swirls. Always go least abrasive I used that combo on my NHB Acura TSX with excellent results.



I had to use a smr because i let the dealer prep my car. You live and learn but nice color choice. I love NHB.
 
Got a 2002 Acura TL-S, Nighthawk Black Pearl. I just used Menzerna Final Polish on a CMA white polishing pad to get rid of the swirls. It worked really well. I also used 3M Swirl Remover on my wife's 2000 Accord EX V6 (Naples Gold). That worked really well with the white pad too. Actually, I also used 3M IHG with the grey CMA pad afterward on the Accord. That combo work super!
 
^^ same here, i got a NBP 02 TL-s

im deciding between Propel pads or Edge pads..

and Poorboys products and Meg's #80...



you got pics of your detail?

and what's CMA?
 
My first two full exterior details with my new PC were both on black cars. A 1996 ES 300 and a 96 accord. I started out with a yellow VC pad from CMA and Mernenze Ip. I followed it up with a white VC pad using FP. I topped it with AIO by PC and 2 coats of SG by hand. The results were wonderful. The cars look brand new! I would recommend the products I used to anyone just starting out.
 
Yo, bigmike....yeah I love NBP TL too.... I keep my car very clean and I bought it brand new in 2001. I don't no one touch my car even at the dealership. You have to be very careful with that color. Awesome car too!
 
termigator said:
Got a 2002 Acura TL-S, Nighthawk Black Pearl. I just used Menzerna Final Polish on a CMA white polishing pad to get rid of the swirls. It worked really well. I also used 3M Swirl Remover on my wife's 2000 Accord EX V6 (Naples Gold). That worked really well with the white pad too. Actually, I also used 3M IHG with the grey CMA pad afterward on the Accord. That combo work super!
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This is very good info termigator.....I will definitely keep this in mind.:up
 
THECLEANER said:
Hey cbs, I would recommend SSR1 with a white LC polishing pad for light swirls. Always go least abrasive I used that combo on my NHB Acura TSX with excellent results.



I had to use a smr because i let the dealer prep my car. You live and learn but nice color choice. I love NHB.
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Man, I am getting so many ideas.....thanks cleaner....I will also write your suggestions down too.
 
Foam Pad Starter Kit:

1-Polish / Cutting Pad (*Yellow)

1-Polish / Light Cutting Pad (*Orange)

2-Polish / Waxing Pad (*White)

2-Finishing Pad (*Black)

1-Flexible Urethane Backing Plate



*The foam pad colour identifications and specifications are by Lake County Manufacturing (LC) www.lakecountrymfg.com other manufactures of foam pads use a different colour to identify the abrasiveness or cutting ability of their foam pads



Machine Polish (Compound) Application:

Depending on the types of surface abrasions you're dealing with, increase speed and pressure as necessary. Just remember that more speed plus more pressure equals more aggressive, so be careful around ridges and raised surfaces



Maintain the same pressure and work the product in, it may take three or four passes to complete before the residue can be removed. Once you see the desired results move on to the next area, or repeat the process as necessary.



For safety reasons, Porter Cable recommends that the machine not be operated unless the pad or bonnet is flat on the work surface. This means both starting and stopping the machine while it is flat on the vehicle's surface.

Methodology

â€Â¢Evenly apply the product to the foam pad (not the paint surface) and then move the pad on the paint film surface to further distribute product.

â€Â¢Use polishing foam (or cutting foam, but only if surface requires it) at speed# 5 or 6.

â€Â¢Without lifting the machine from the paint film surface, adjust the speed wheel and turn the machine on.

â€Â¢Draw an imaginary square two-foot by two foot (less on smaller panels)

â€Â¢Start on the upper left hand side of the imaginary square

â€Â¢Applying the product to the right, when you've reached the outer edge of the imaginary square, drop down and precede right to left, drop down and precede left to right, etc

â€Â¢Work the polish until â€Ëœalmostâ€â„¢ dry or when it changes to a thin, clear liquid (its unnecessary to use until it becomes a powder or is completely dissipated)

â€Â¢As with all car care products use very little product and keep foam pad well lubricated (distilled water spray)

â€Â¢Apply Machine Polish at the rate of approximately 0.5 to 1.0-inch per second.

â€Â¢When the `cross-hatched square' is completed then move to another area and proceed, overlapping the preceding square to ensure complete coverage.

â€Â¢3Mâ„¢ Perfect-Itâ„¢ III Rubbing Compound (05933) should remove most of the surface imperfections

â€Â¢Follow with 3Mâ„¢ Perfect-Itâ„¢ III Machine Glaze (05937) once you are satisfied with the finish (or its as good as you think you can get it) this will remove any surface marring left by the (05933) polish.

â€Â¢Turn off the machine while it's still in contact with the paint film surface, if you worked in the product there should be little or no residue.

â€Â¢Remove any remaining residue with 100% cotton Alpine DF Micro fibre towel and water

â€Â¢Use an appropriate machine polish, 3Mâ„¢ Perfect-Itâ„¢ III has only been cited as an example.

JonM
 
TOGWT said:
Foam Pad Starter Kit:

1-Polish / Cutting Pad (*Yellow)

1-Polish / Light Cutting Pad (*Orange)

2-Polish / Waxing Pad (*White)

2-Finishing Pad (*Black)

1-Flexible Urethane Backing Plate



*The foam pad colour identifications and specifications are by Lake County Manufacturing (LC) www.lakecountrymfg.com other manufactures of foam pads use a different colour to identify the abrasiveness or cutting ability of their foam pads



Machine Polish (Compound) Application:

Depending on the types of surface abrasions you're dealing with, increase speed and pressure as necessary. Just remember that more speed plus more pressure equals more aggressive, so be careful around ridges and raised surfaces



Maintain the same pressure and work the product in, it may take three or four passes to complete before the residue can be removed. Once you see the desired results move on to the next area, or repeat the process as necessary.



For safety reasons, Porter Cable recommends that the machine not be operated unless the pad or bonnet is flat on the work surface. This means both starting and stopping the machine while it is flat on the vehicle's surface.

Methodology

â€Â¢Evenly apply the product to the foam pad (not the paint surface) and then move the pad on the paint film surface to further distribute product.

â€Â¢Use polishing foam (or cutting foam, but only if surface requires it) at speed# 5 or 6.

â€Â¢Without lifting the machine from the paint film surface, adjust the speed wheel and turn the machine on.

â€Â¢Draw an imaginary square two-foot by two foot (less on smaller panels)

â€Â¢Start on the upper left hand side of the imaginary square

â€Â¢Applying the product to the right, when you've reached the outer edge of the imaginary square, drop down and precede right to left, drop down and precede left to right, etc

â€Â¢Work the polish until â€Ëœalmostâ€â„¢ dry or when it changes to a thin, clear liquid (its unnecessary to use until it becomes a powder or is completely dissipated)

â€Â¢As with all car care products use very little product and keep foam pad well lubricated (distilled water spray)

â€Â¢Apply Machine Polish at the rate of approximately 0.5 to 1.0-inch per second.

â€Â¢When the `cross-hatched square' is completed then move to another area and proceed, overlapping the preceding square to ensure complete coverage.

â€Â¢3Mâ„¢ Perfect-Itâ„¢ III Rubbing Compound (05933) should remove most of the surface imperfections

â€Â¢Follow with 3Mâ„¢ Perfect-Itâ„¢ III Machine Glaze (05937) once you are satisfied with the finish (or its as good as you think you can get it) this will remove any surface marring left by the (05933) polish.

â€Â¢Turn off the machine while it's still in contact with the paint film surface, if you worked in the product there should be little or no residue.

â€Â¢Remove any remaining residue with 100% cotton Alpine DF Micro fibre towel and water

â€Â¢Use an appropriate machine polish, 3Mâ„¢ Perfect-Itâ„¢ III has only been cited as an example.

JonM
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NOW, THAT is what you call thorough, complete and concise directions!!! WOW!!! Thanks man!:xyxthumbs
 
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