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Hi, 3M's description of this is: Heavy cutting rubbing compound. Aggressive compound that removes 1000 and finer sand scratches on all types of paint surfaces.Can be used by hand or machine. I'm learning, so this means that this compound is used AFTER 1000, but BEFORE a polish (Like my 3M...

Thanks Sameguy! I haven't heard of Dlux. I'll check that out too. Good longevity, was it on a car that is parked outside or inside? For example, in NE, the sun isn't so bad so the yellowed headlights aren't too common where I'm originally from. ***EDIT*** I just read on the DLUX. It...

Hi Sameguy- Thank you for your post/response. The P500/800 3M discs said to run them dry in the instructions. I would have rather done them wet, but 3M was explicit for this type of paper to run it dry. That did cause me to eat up pads. I don't know if 3M is trying to get you to burn...

DeansDetailing, how long does it take to dry? Is it like a paint like the 4Everclear or a wipe on/wipe off substance? Man is it pricey though... Rbos: -cleaned it with glass cleaner -Had to get out a single deep scratch by hand with 320 grit -3M 500 discs on drill (dry) -3M 800 discs on...

I am doing headlight restorations (New business). I have the following supplies and want to confirm the order of the abrasive ness and have you help me fill in the gaps if you see any. This is what I have: 3M Super Duty Rubbing Compound 3M Machine Polish Perfect It Meguiar's Ultimate Compound...

Great advice man! Thank you for your help.

Great advice on the HF and the additional sanding grits. I do own some HF tools, but the PC is only $50 more and reviewed at a higher score. My business marketing is based around a patriotic theme so any American brand (even if some or all is built in China, which seems to be the case for...

Thanks, but that doesn't answer my question at all....:doh:

Yeah, I saw that. Actually been email them back and forth today asking them questions. I think that is a pretty decent price since it save you time (No moving a handheld spot light around for 6-12 minutes not being able to do anything else in the time. This is my third light, the defects are...

I am doing headlight restorations (New business). I have the following supplies and want to confirm the order of the abrasive ness and have you help me fill in the gaps if you see any. This is what I have: 3M Super Duty Rubbing Compound Meguiar's Ultimate Compound 3M Trizact 1000 3M Trizact...

OMG-Thank you Funx650! I had no idea that small of a pad exists (I'm sure overspending the pad can be a real concern due to the smaller cir.) Mantilgh-Great point. I didn't think really about using hand to compliment the majority done with the machine. Thank you for the suggestions too! I'm...

Hi, I hope this question is in the correct section. I am going to restore the headlights on a 2010 Prius. This particular car's headlight shape is complicated. Instead of removing the front bumper cover, I was hoping I could use the edge of the wool or foam pad to cut the deteriorated...

Thank you for the reply Mike! I am a newbie so I'll have to research what medium to fine cut polishes you have that will work best. I can't wait to get a DA...

I have, just yesterday. It has good reviews on Amazon. It is self leveling. Needs UV light to cure. I'm so new with it so not sure about my longevity. I have a pic of a light I pulled from a junk yard and restore, then sealed it with it. I'm busy with homework (College) right now but I'll...

Hi, I am new here and I am going to restore the headlights on a 2010 Toyota Prius. I have watched the video's on YouTube, read the instructions here, done my cars (two) and even an old headlight I pulled from the junkyard to try a new UV resistant clear coat. I want to perfect my technic. I...