Yet another HD Speed question

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I've been using HD Speed and love it. Can't say enough good things.
The results are outstanding.

With that said, I'm looking at my efficiency and product use. I can't seem to find any information (on their website or AG) that states if Speed is SMAT or DAT.
I'm trying to determine my work time and if I can "speed" up the process with less section passes. Meaning, is it done after two or three passes?

Here is my observation. I had a body panel that was heavily swirled. I made two section passes with Speed and it was pretty darn clear when I was done. So I'm trying to determine if doing 4 or even 6-8 section passes is a waste of time with this product.

Thanks!
 
SMAT...based on being a mix of HD Polish and Poxy.
 
gski said:
SMAT...based on being a mix of HD Polish and Poxy.
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Awesome! Thank you... So these means I can cut my work time down, or if I need to work the product some more I can. And a nice spritz of pad conditioner will keep it working.

Thanks!
 
Even if Speed used DAT technology abrasives if only a few passes produced the desired results there would be no reason to work the polish any further. Simple testing should be your guide regardless of abrasive technology in my opinion, but it's always a good thing to know what your polishes are, for sure.
 
Hoytman said:
Even if Speed used DAT technology abrasives if only a few passes produced the desired results there would be no reason to work the polish any further. Simple testing should be your guide regardless of abrasive technology in my opinion, but it's always a good thing to know what your polishes are, for sure.
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Exactly... but now I know what I'm working with... Where as before I didn't.
Perhaps that is why I'm getting great results doing 6-8 section passes....

It's pretty amazing stuff. I love working with it. Sun-Safe (to a point) and no dusting, goes on easy, comes off easy with great results!
 
I am considering buying some HD Speed as well to make a few AIO comparisons and to have add to my AIO arsenal of choices.

Have you used any other HD products like HD Cut, HD Polish and HD Adapt?

If so, can you, or anyone else, compare them with other products like Meg's M105/M205 and M100/M100 and M86...specifically wipe off and dusting attributes/comparisons would be ideal. I already know the Meg's products cut like a bear so cut isn't a concern plus I have some of them on hand already.
 
SMAT for sure. The newest version of HD SPEED has a bit of Adapt mixed in. HD is coming out with an announcement t soon regarding their updated products.
 
E92M3_Mark said:
SMAT for sure. The newest version of HD SPEED has a bit of Adapt mixed in. HD is coming out with an announcement t soon regarding their updated products.
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Looks like I won't be buying anything until then. Thanks, Mark! You probably saved me some money.
 
I would work it in longer than 2-3 passes, because an abrasive AIO (all in one) like HD SPEED is designed to do 3 things:

1. Clean (remove embedded dirt)
2. Polish (remove light swirl marks, marring, etc)
3. Seal (for long lasting protection

If you only work the product for 2-3 passes, it's not going to clean the paint as well as if you were to work it for 5-6 passes.

Plus

You'll get a better finish on the polishing end if you continue to work it a little longer, especially if you lighten up on the pressure for the last 2 passes or so.
 
I noticed I take fewer passes with HD products (Polish and Speed).

Speaking of HD Polish, and comparing it to M205, they are both great. I do think Polish is easier to work with (less dusting, easier to wipe off, etc) but both products are great.

The new MF system from Megs, though, that's some good stuff. I haven't tried the polish, but D300 is OMG so good. Smells good and wipes off extremely easy. I'm loving it.
 
JustJesus said:
Speaking of HD Polish, and comparing it to M205, they are both great. I do think Polish is easier to work with (less dusting, easier to wipe off, etc) but both products are great.
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Polish finishes way better on soft paint, IMO
 
Speed uses Non-Diminishing abrasives. Depending on what you're using it on/for, will depend on the amount of passes that should be done. If you're using Speed as a 2nd step (after compounding), just 2-3 back and forth, up and down passes are typically needed.

Also, try leaving the residual product on the paint after polishing and remove it after all the polishing is completed. It will produce a better cross-linked protection.
 
What pads are people using with HD speed?


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I have been using white LC hybrid pads on a flex with great results.
 
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