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After last night I think im done with Megs 105.
Yes it works but it was a pain in the butt to work with. I had to keep wetting it with water and it was really really hard to remove. I feel I can change the pad up a notch n use 205 which is so much easier to get the same results. What would u guys recommend to replace 105 in another product. Something more workable and doesnt fry up so fast. Something that is easier to remove. Thanks
 
Try Meguiars ultra cut. M205 wont cut anywhere close to M105. Or prime your pad with 205, then use 105 to cut.

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I had a heck of a time trying to get M105 to work while I was in the high heat atmosphere of Vegas. I since switched to FG400 and couldnt be happier.
 
stilltipping3 said:
After last night I think im done with Megs 105.
Yes it works but it was a pain in the butt to work with. I had to keep wetting it with water and it was really really hard to remove. I feel I can change the pad up a notch n use 205 which is so much easier to get the same results. What would u guys recommend to replace 105 in another product. Something more workable and doesnt fry up so fast. Something that is easier to remove. Thanks
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If you can get the same results using 205, then you should be giving us advice

ken tuep said:
Try Meguiars ultra cut. M205 wont cut anywhere close to M105. Or prime your pad with 205, then use 105 to cut.

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I think you meant Ultimate Compound
 
FG400 is a fantastic compound, however I personally like to use it with foam pads as I tend to get better results.

If I need heavier cut (ie microfiber cutting pads) then I will almost always use "M405" - a combo of D300 and M105. Prime the pad with D300 and then use M105 as your working product. This makes the working time MUCH longer and makes it simple to wipe the product away. If you haven't tried this, I would highly recommend it before tossing your M105.
 
Flash Gordon said:
If you can get the same results using 205, then you should be giving us advice



I think you meant Ultimate Compound
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UC is an over the counter product. Its not as strong as 105 and I did get great results with 205, it just took more time and passes. The heat in Vegas IS a killer! I had my roommate use an off brand HD compound and then Vibra Cut II followed by 205 and it was flawless. Re-thinking my approach.
 
You would be surprised what UC can do. You could add a little UC to 105 and see if that helps.
 
UC cuts well with long work time, then simply follow up with 205.
I love this combo.
Over the past couple of years I've corrected some thrashed paint using only UC.
 
The Guz said:
You would be surprised what UC can do. You could add a little UC to 105 and see if that helps.
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Im sure it works well, but its still the lowest grade of product that they make. Detailers line is the 2 best and mirror glaze is top notch. I would rather mix 205 in with the 105 but mixing these products is saying you don't know how to use either. Its not how they are supposed to be used not that I always follow directions but that's exactly what you are saying when you mix them. I will end up getting the FG400 and use it how its supposed to be used. If I cant master one product im not going to mix another into it. Thats like saying I have 4 bald tires and only going to replace 2 of them. It may help but its not the right solution.
 
go with menzerna or uber compound. I am done with 105 and will never go back. The uber compound is soo much easier. Great experiences with menzerna also.
 
BrandonS said:
go with menzerna or uber compound. I am done with 105 and will never go back. The uber compound is soo much easier. Great experiences with menzerna also.
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As I hear I am going to try that stuff out. Thanks

I am told that I could have the old version of 105 as well. HMMM, makes me wonder about trying it out again. Naaah, I will spend my money on something else this time. I have about 3 other kinds as well so im not worried. Just mad I couldn't get the 105/205 combo to work as good as others. Oh well,,.....for each their own.
 
M105/D300 on a LC orange pad works great for me if I am working with a heavily swirled vehicle.

I prime the pad with D300, then dab two dots of M105 and D300.

Here is an iPhone picture so excuse the quality.

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man you people use way to much product.
you only need a few drops. ever.
The only time this has ever happend to me was when I used a glob of it.
you don't need water or anything for it to work.
a few drops and thats it.
 
Landan Durham said:
M105/D300 on a LC orange pad works great for me if I am working with a heavily swirled vehicle.

I prime the pad with D300, then dab two dots of M105 and D300.

Here is an iPhone picture so excuse the quality.

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Looks good. I get those results but it is very flakey and hard to remove. Thanks
 
It's not that the 105 doesn't work, It does. I can get awesome results with it but I can get the same or better with menzerna or uber compound and it much nicer to work with and clean up is quick and easy. I will gladly pay the extra. I realize 105/205 is a lot of peoples first products they use for correction and compared to pbmg products they are cheap. Experience tells me there are better products available when it comes to ease of use and time. I wouldn't throw it away or anything. I will keep mine for a day when I am low on my uber compound waiting for another sale. I hope I Don't have to use it! For comparison I have done about 40 cars with 105/205 and 2 with uber compound. If my first experience ever was with 105 I would have been extremely frustrated. Thankfully I had 15 years of rotary experience and knew it could be done easier. I bought the 105/205 when I bought my flex.
 
BrandonS said:
It's not that the 105 doesn't work, It does. I can get awesome results with it but I can get the same or better with menzerna or uber compound and it much nicer to work with and clean up is quick and easy. I will gladly pay the extra. I realize 105/205 is a lot of peoples first products they use for correction and compared to pbmg products they are cheap. Experience tells me there are better products available when it comes to ease of use and time. I wouldn't throw it away or anything. I will keep mine for a day when I am low on my uber compound waiting for another sale. I hope I Don't have to use it! For comparison I have done about 40 cars with 105/205 and 2 with uber compound. If my first experience ever was with 105 I would have been extremely frustrated. Thankfully I had 15 years of rotary experience and knew it could be done easier. I bought the 105/205 when I bought my flex.
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That says it all. Thank u very much. I am stepping up my spending to the Menzerna brand. I have repeatedly heard this is the way to go. I know the 105/205 works but I am trying to make my long days easier and if it costs a bit more then so be it. I can charge an extra $10.
 
stilltipping3 said:
That says it all. Thank u very much. I am stepping up my spending to the Menzerna brand. I have repeatedly heard this is the way to go. I know the 105/205 works but I am trying to make my long days easier and if it costs a bit more then so be it. I can charge an extra $10.
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:iagree:
Exactly, Time is money or time you can spend with family/ friends. Don't forget to try the uber compound from wolfgang if it is on sale. Similar to menzerna. I buy which ever is on sale when when needed. I try to buy ahead of time and maximize savings with a good sale. I just bought a bunch of uber compound during the roll back sale and just stocked up on megs apc+ because story is it will be discontinued. Now I am about set for next season for about 2/3 of the cost with the stuff I enjoy using. Let me know which menzerna you go with and how you like it. Be sure to get a product that works well with what polisher you are using. Don't get a rotary only product if you are using a porter cable ect.
 
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