Not getting good results with Reflect. Advice?

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In the process of doing the initial correct/protect on a new Mineral White BMW using my PC 7424XP. In the past I've been very happy the 105/205 combo with the KB method but decided to expand my horizons with the new car.

The main issue I have is on the gloss black trim on the B pillar trim (NOT the actual window trim, the ~3" wide plastic trim that is painted gloss black). It's the only place on the car where I can see any micro marring (only evident with an LED flashlight), and the Reflect Polish seems to have no effect.

My technique so far:

Priming the pad heavily (as in KB method), the 2-3 pea size drops
Spread at speed 1-2
45sec Polish at speed 4-5 with medium pressure and slow hand movement (keeping the pad spinning)
30sec Reduce speed to 3 and minimal pressure (try to maximize pad spin speed)

Am I using too much polish? Wrong technique? Or am I just expecting too much from the Reflect and PC?

I have some Sonax Perfect Finish and other pads to try, but I figured I'd ask the experts before stepping up to something more aggressive.
 
Are you aware of the difference between M105/205 and Reflect: diminishing vs non-diminishing abrasives?

Personally: I don't ever prime my pad that way with a diminishing abrasive polish. It's the same reason why I will always use a flat pad when using these types of polishes.

I personally love Reflect.

Let me ask you this--did you have any issues wiping Reflect off?
 
Sounds like it's not getting worked enough. Changing processes to learn diminishing abrasives was hard for me, but now that I've learned a few brands and products I prefer them over non-diminishing. Call me crazy.

I cannot speak for Reflect as I have never used it personally, but I have researched it and if used properly is an amazing product. Try and work it a little more.
 
Try even lower speed

I have similar black plastic on the rear pillars of my Yukon....it is finicky

The good news is they are so soft, they will have towel marks within a month

I am testing CQuartz UK on half of one pillar to see if it helps
 
With Reflect you need to work it longer then most once it's work down its great.

 
Bkazzle said:
Are you aware of the difference between M105/205 and Reflect: diminishing vs non-diminishing abrasives?

Personally: I don't ever prime my pad that way with a diminishing abrasive polish. It's the same reason why I will always use a flat pad when using these types of polishes.

I personally love Reflect.

Let me ask you this--did you have any issues wiping Reflect off?
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Yes, I do know the difference between the types of polish, but I'm not exactly sure how I need to modify my technique to account for it.

No issue removing the reflect.
 
Racer20 said:
Yes, I do know the difference between the types of polish, but I'm not exactly sure how I need to modify my technique to account for it.

No issue removing the reflect.
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Ok good...as others have mentioned; Reflect has a long work time, so not working it long enough could be your issue.

I also don't prime my pad like described when working with HD polishes or diminishing polishes.


Try what allenk4 said earlier--lower the speed of your machine and work it much longer. I too have the same pillars and I haven't had an issue with Reflect or HD Polish.

allenk4 said:
Try even lower speed

I have similar black plastic on the rear pillars of my Yukon....it is finicky

The good news is they are so soft, they will have towel marks within a month

I am testing CQuartz UK on half of one pillar to see if it helps
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Bkazzle said:
Are you aware of the difference between M105/205 and Reflect: diminishing vs non-diminishing abrasives?

Personally: I don't ever prime my pad that way with a diminishing abrasive polish. It's the same reason why I will always use a flat pad when using these types of polishes.

I personally love Reflect.

Let me ask you this--did you have any issues wiping Reflect off?
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To clarify...

Are you saying that M-105/M-205 are DAT or SMAT?

Bill
 
Reflect does require "technique"

However, do not prime the pad. Less is more with Reflect.

It'll produce great results if you get it down. However, I like using HD Polish much more. Doesn't require much technique and leaves a great finish!
 
ZL1 Mark said:
Reflect does require "technique"

However, do not prime the pad. Less is more with Reflect.

It'll produce great results if you get it down. However, I like using HD Polish much more. Doesn't require much technique and leaves a great finish!
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Bam! There you have it.

I also find Reflect with a shorter working time compared to menzerna sf4000
 
I agree that you do not prime the pad with Reflect. You also don't mention what pad your using, as that can make a difference also. I tend to find myself using a blue (buff & shine) pad most of the time with Reflect.
 
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