Meguiar's D-151, how to use? Tips & tricks?

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I just ordered some of the D151 and I need to know the best methods for using it, like how long do I work it, does it need a lot of downward pressure & speed to work? How well does it finish out?

Depending on how well it works, I might use it on my own car as a base for Meguiar's Ult Fast Finish since I have decent amount of washing/drying swirls in my black paint, or should I just use Ult Polish?
 
I love it as a one step. It works very well and you can polish until it pretty much disappears.
 
Use it like you would use Ultimate Polish as far as arm speed and pressure. User experience is similar to Ultimate Compound, very easy to work with. You can either wipe it off after every section pass or let it sit till you're done with the panel or even the entire vehicle. [I usually do the whole car and then wipe off]

IMO it's finishing ability is just a notch below M205/Ultimate Polish.
 
Eldorado2k said:
Use it like you would use Ultimate Polish as far as arm speed and pressure. User experience is similar to Ultimate Compound, very easy to work with. You can either wipe it off after every section pass or let it sit till you're done with the panel or even the entire vehicle. [I usually do the whole car and then wipe off]

IMO it's finishing ability is just a notch below M205/Ultimate Polish.
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So it's a YMMV polish? Depending on my paint will determine if I have to go to a finer polish than what D151 can achieve?
 
Don M said:
So it's a YMMV polish?
Depending on my paint will determine
if I have to go to a finer polish than
what D151 can achieve?
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The "cut" of the buffing pads you
choose to use with D151, is also a
determining factor.

["Least Aggressive First" (M.P.)]



Bob
 
Meguiar's D-151, how to use? Tips & tricks?

What's YMMV?
 
FUNX650 said:
The "cut" of the buffing pads you
choose to use with D151, is also a
determining factor.

["Least Aggressive First" (M.P.)]



Bob
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Of course, as it should be :)
 
Don M said:
So it's a YMMV polish? Depending on my paint will determine if I have to go to a finer polish than what D151 can achieve?
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IME it's only a small difference in regards to removing defects when used the same exact way 50/50 on the same paint. In the end I noticed the M205 side was nearly/fully corrected and the D151 side was almost there but not quite like the other side. Small differences only noticeable under inspection light. NormL people won't be able to tell for the most part.
 
It's my goto product for 1 step. Great product IMO.

If your paint has damage in it, and you already have compounds and polishes, I would use those. This product (D151) is great for detailers because it allows us to cut time on details. If it's for your own car, take the extra time to bring the paint closer to perfection then protect it well with either a coating or a good quality paint sealant.
 
Sometimes you may see DA haze on dark colors if its not broken down enough. If you are on black paint, try a sunlight inspection after your test spot. We love it, we use about 1.5 gallons per month. Good luck, Nathan.
 
Calendyr said:
It's my goto product for 1 step. Great product IMO.

If your paint has damage in it, and you already have compounds and polishes, I would use those. This product (D151) is great for detailers because it allows us to cut time on details. If it's for your own car, take the extra time to bring the paint closer to perfection then protect it well with either a coating or a good quality paint sealant.
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I bought it primarily for the upcoming details I have scheduled and for future use. I do want to try it out on my car since all I have are very minor washing/drying scratches .


Natron said:
Sometimes you may see DA haze on dark colors if its not broken down enough. If you are on black paint, try a sunlight inspection after your test spot. We love it, we use about 1.5 gallons per month. Good luck, Nathan.
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I will be 'testing' it on my Camaro (black) to see if I can use it as a base for Ult Fast Finish, or if I'll need to use Ult Polish as a last step before sealing the paint.
 
Don M said:
I bought it primarily for the upcoming details I have scheduled and for future use. I do want to try it out on my car since all I have are very minor washing/drying scratches .





I will be 'testing' it on my Camaro (black) to see if I can use it as a base for Ult Fast Finish, or if I'll need to use Ult Polish as a last step before sealing the paint.
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Ok, a few things in there.

1. If you decide to use it for your business, you will love it.

2. D151 is an AIO, that means it polishes (the cut is half way between M205 and Ultimate Compound. But it's also a synthetic wax. As such you should not be sealing afterwards.... that is the whole point of using D151, to save the sealing step.

3. A combo of Ultimate Compound/Ultimate Polish and dedicated (finishing) sealant will always give you a better result. The idea of using D151 is to do 1 step instead of 3, saving you hours of work and product in the process.

When you try it on your car, do a few test spots with various pads: Light Cutting pad, heavy polishing pad, light polishing pad and see what gives the best result. It will also give you a good idea of how effective the product is and how flexible it is to various situations.
 
Calendyr said:
Ok, a few things in there.

1. If you decide to use it for your business, you will love it.

2. D151 is an AIO, that means it polishes (the cut is half way between M205 and Ultimate Compound. But it's also a synthetic wax. As such you should not be sealing afterwards.... that is the whole point of using D151, to save the sealing step.

3. A combo of Ultimate Compound/Ultimate Polish and dedicated (finishing) sealant will always give you a better result. The idea of using D151 is to do 1 step instead of 3, saving you hours of work and product in the process.

When you try it on your car, do a few test spots with various pads: Light Cutting pad, heavy polishing pad, light polishing pad and see what gives the best result. It will also give you a good idea of how effective the product is and how flexible it is to various situations.
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Thanks I need all the advice I can get.
 
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