Best Product to use to remove Swirls/Cobwebs

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Hi All

I am newbie from NJ... I going to start buffing out my car and was wondering on what Mequires product is best to use to remove swirls/cobwebs and fine scratches?... I will be using a DA Polisher and have a both Swirl X and Swirl Remover 2.0. It seems Mequires makes many products that do the same thing, so a little confused on what to use.. Also after removing the swirls, do I need do follow this with #80 Speed Glaze or do I go right to the Polish and Wax?

Thanks
 
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Scratch-X is a notch below Ultimate Compound (UC) on the aggressiveness scale. Swirl-X is the consumer grade version of M205. Your best bet would be to start out with a test spot of Swirl-X and whatever pad you want to start with and see if that can tackle the job by itself. Bump up to Swirl-X if you aren't noticing a good enough difference. If that still isn't giving you the results you are after you may need to go with a heavier compound like UC or M105.

Here is a good read for you if you are trying to make sense of all the different Meg's compounds:

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...anted-know-about-meguiar-s-smat-products.html
 
A test spot is the only way of telling what will work on your particular paint system. I used some scratch x with a pcxp and a white LC flat pad and got excellent results. More cut than 205 or UP but finishes almost as nice.
 
btw...............Welcome to AGO!! There are tons of helpful articles and people around.
 
Welcome to AGO.. NJ here too (mercer co).. Tough time of the year to do details around here thanks to the weather.. good advice on the Swirl-X
 
Nicholas@Autowerx said:
Scratch-X is a notch below Ultimate Compound (UC) on the aggressiveness scale. Swirl-X is the consumer grade version of M205. Your best bet would be to start out with a test spot of Swirl-X and whatever pad you want to start with and see if that can tackle the job by itself. Bump up to Swirl-X if you aren't noticing a good enough difference. If that still isn't giving you the results you are after you may need to go with a heavier compound like UC or M105.

Here is a good read for you if you are trying to make sense of all the different Meg's compounds:

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...anted-know-about-meguiar-s-smat-products.html
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:whs: +1

Take a good read over that link. It's a great resource for those Megs SMAT products. :xyxthumbs:

spiralout462 said:
A test spot is the only way of telling what will work on your particular paint system. I used some scratch x with a pcxp and a white LC flat pad and got excellent results. More cut than 205 or UP but finishes almost as nice.
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:iagree: Without knowing what DA and what pads, (and possibly photos) it's hard to even guess how the products you have are going to work. I'd say when you do start with your test spot.... go grab a bottle of Megs Ultimate Compound. It is a really nice product, provides a nice long working time, and finishes out really well. It'll work with pads from white (and leave a polish like finish) all the way to yellow (where it'll do a decent job of light swirl correction) yet finish out nice no matter what pad you use. :)

The Ulltimate Compound & Ultimate Polish are a great tool, (even good friends) to have on hand when looking for a easy way to a great finish. ;)
 
what part of NJ? I'm down in Voorhees. I just washed my truck Saturday in the snow.

i LOVE Megs Ultimate Compound - it works great and is available everywhere.

M205 is also my preferred finishing polish as it isn't very abrasive and your pad will dictate what kind of cut you get, I usually use a white, then go to a black to really finish it out, but to a "normal" person, the car is really LSP ready after white (sometimes after just Ultimate even depending on the situation)

If you're in south jersey, I've got plenty of everything (105, Ultimate, 205, scratch-x and a few other makers as well) if you ever wanted to try different pad and product combos. I use all lake country CCS pads because it's what i started with and am most familiar, but I've also got some new microfiber pads I haven't tried yet, but should be using this week.
 
Now I live in Hamilton (outside Trenton) but relocating to North Brunswick area in the next couple months. I have a decent amount of megs stuff myself.. they make a good product so you cant really go wrong

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Great advice above, and kudos for taking on such a project during winter. I was whining like a little schoolgirl while finishing up on Saturday in 48-degree temps. I can't imagine. :)

What you haven't mentioned, unless I missed it (possible...ain't easy being me) is some info about your car. In general, you'll probably find great results from all the info shared above, but the good folks here can narrow things down a bit based on the subject of your effort.
 
Thanks for the info so far very helpful.. I acquired ton of Mequires products over the last several months.. I have both a Meguiars DA Polisher and a Rotary Buffer..I have the CCS pads (organge , White, Gray, Blue) I/m not that experienced enough of the Rotatry Buffer to attempt on my classic car. Its 70 SS Chevelle. Went for a base and clear about 4 years ago.. 3 coats of base and 5 coats of clear. Did some engine work over the winter , and noticed some swirls on the hood and quaters but the car hasnt had a good buff in 4 years... Its going to a couple of shows in April and want to get it ready. These are the Mequires Products I do have.

#83(DA Cleaner polish
#80 (Speed Glaze)
#3 Machine Glaze
#9 Swirl Remover 2.0
Swirl X
Ultmate Polish
#7 Show Care Glaze
#26 Hi Tech Yellow Wax
Gold Class Liquid Car Wax

With that said, I guess I will start with the least abrasive .. maybe the SWIRL X with a polishing Pad(CCS White) and if that that looks good follow it up with a #7 Polish or Ultimate Polish then #26 Wax. I guess it trial and error.. Is there a big difference with the #7 Show car Glaze and Ultimate Polish. Attached is a pic of car... Looks good in the pic but need to bring it up a level.
 
motors said:
Thanks for the info so far very helpful.. I acquired ton of Mequires products over the last several months.. I have both a Meguiars DA Polisher and a Rotary Buffer..I have the CCS pads (organge , White, Gray, Blue) I/m not that experienced enough of the Rotatry Buffer to attempt on my classic car. Its 70 SS Chevelle. Went for a base and clear about 4 years ago.. 3 coats of base and 5 coats of clear. Did some engine work over the winter , and noticed some swirls on the hood and quaters but the car hasnt had a good buff in 4 years... Its going to a couple of shows in April and want to get it ready. These are the Mequires Products I do have.

#83(DA Cleaner polish
#80 (Speed Glaze)
#3 Machine Glaze
#9 Swirl Remover 2.0
Swirl X
Ultmate Polish
#7 Show Care Glaze
#26 Hi Tech Yellow Wax
Gold Class Liquid Car Wax

With that said, I guess I will start with the least abrasive .. maybe the SWIRL X with a polishing Pad(CCS White) and if that that looks good follow it up with a #7 Polish or Ultimate Polish then #26 Wax. I guess it trial and error.. Is there a big difference with the #7 Show car Glaze and Ultimate Polish. Attached is a pic of car... Looks good in the pic but need to bring it up a level.
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Hey sounds like the paint on that Chevelle was done right. Should really have nice depth!

Is there a big difference between #7 and UP, yes. They work similar, but I feel UP is much more of a polish with greater durability. Megs 83 is one those oldies but goodies! Provides a nice cleaning action as you would see in an OTC cleaner/wax, just without the wax (and polish instead). I still keep a bottle handy after all these years, and like to use it by hand actually. ;)

You likely still need something with more cut in your arsenal. Having 83 is pretty similar to UC, just that UC works and finishes out so much better.
Being as you have UP, but not UC, I bet you would absolutely LOVE 101! :dblthumb2: It works almost as long as UC, but cuts sooooooooo much better, (and without the headaches of 105).

"...I guess it trial and error... "
Nope, these days that buzz word is "test spot". :laughing: :props:
Besides, that is half the fun of it.:buffing:
 
That car is sweet!!! Where arw the shows at that you are entering it at?

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motors said:
Thanks for the info so far very helpful.. I acquired ton of Mequires products over the last several months.. I have both a Meguiars DA Polisher and a Rotary Buffer..I have the CCS pads (organge , White, Gray, Blue) I/m not that experienced enough of the Rotatry Buffer to attempt on my classic car. Its 70 SS Chevelle. Went for a base and clear about 4 years ago.. 3 coats of base and 5 coats of clear. Did some engine work over the winter , and noticed some swirls on the hood and quaters but the car hasnt had a good buff in 4 years... Its going to a couple of shows in April and want to get it ready. These are the Mequires Products I do have.

#83(DA Cleaner polish
#80 (Speed Glaze)
#3 Machine Glaze
#9 Swirl Remover 2.0
Swirl X
Ultmate Polish
#7 Show Care Glaze
#26 Hi Tech Yellow Wax
Gold Class Liquid Car Wax

With that said, I guess I will start with the least abrasive .. maybe the SWIRL X with a polishing Pad(CCS White) and if that that looks good follow it up with a #7 Polish or Ultimate Polish then #26 Wax. I guess it trial and error.. Is there a big difference with the #7 Show car Glaze and Ultimate Polish. Attached is a pic of car... Looks good in the pic but need to bring it up a level.
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Nice car. 402?
 
Obi Wan, and the force has "guided me".
Never be afraid to try the venerable Meguiars #205!

Don't ever think of #205 as a product that "has to be used" via machine, it can be used by hand with beautiful final results.

Like Miller Beer once said "If you've got the time, we've got the beer".
Meggy's #205 is the same way, an outstanding product that can be used via hand to great effect.

Swirls be gone, and they will be, the product is a simple wipe on, wipe off, Mr Miyagi style, rub to your heart's content, it won''t let you down, the results you'll come away with will amaze you. Mark
 
motors said:
454 :xyxthumbs:
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Gorgeous Chevelle SS convertible. You just never see SS cars anymore, much less the super rare convertibles! :drool:

Is that an LS-5 or an LS-6 car?

My dad had a '70 LS-6 coupe in a previous life, same color. Man do I wish he had held onto that baby!
 
jlax2485 said:
Gorgeous Chevelle SS convertible. You just never see SS cars anymore, much less the super rare convertibles! :drool:

Is that an LS-5 or an LS-6 car?

My dad had a '70 LS-6 coupe in a previous life, same color. Man do I wish he had held onto that baby!
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LS5 . Mostly original with the exception of the Trans... It has a 4 speed (Super T-10) The top is the last thing I need to replace...
 
Thanks for all the great input.. Very much appreciated. I am newbie when it comes to detailing....
 
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