CEE DOG
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Wolfgang Total Swirl Remover
Product used previously: N/A
I purchased the Wolfgang TSR and FG together and got quite a deal! Today I got a chance to try it out and write this review. (Note: This review was interrupted by an equip malfunction.)
Product Observations:
Packaging: Nice Black Plastic bottle with 1/4" opening beneath snap cap lid
Consistency: Typical
Color: White
Scent: pretty much N/A but I could sware it smells a bit like cucumbers. I think it's just me
Size: 16 oz
Regular Price: 34.99
Price Per oz: $2.19
Additional sizes available: (See link at bottom)
Products used for prep or during application:
1.- Meguiars Gold Class
2.- DP Universal Detailing Clay
3.- New Griots DA
4.- Lake Country Hydro Tech pad (6.5") Cyan
5.- XMT polishing pad conditioner
Method of Prep:
1.- Thoroughly washed car using Meguiars Gold Class
2.- Thoroughly clayed car using DP Universal Detailing Clay
Method of Application and noted Observations:
My first guinea pig was one of my two old Saturn SL's. Terribly neglected for many years. I know, it's sad but I have learned and allthough it is entirely too late for these 2 cars I won't make that mistake on Skybaby or any future vehicles. When I say it's too late I really mean it. They are in bad shape in the looks department but the just keep on ticking. A shame I didn't treat the exterior better for the great job they've always done. With the hours I was working and being purchased use and cheap they were for point a-b only and low on the priority list.
This was my first time using my new Griots DA as well as the first time with Wolfgang TSR. I waited till about 11:30 am to get started since we are getting some "cold" weather here. The temperature was approximately 60 degrees when I started. I did an IPA wipe on my test square. Then I sprayed the new cyan H-T pad with a couple sprays of XMT polishing pad conditioner and added a line of TSR around the perimeter of the pad. Next I placed the pad flat on the surface and with the dial set to 3 I spread the polish across the test area. Then I flipped the dial up to 6 and went to town! I made about 7 section passes and lifted the machine off the paint before switching it off. OOPS! I had just read Mike P. article here... http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/20021-tips-techniques-using-porter-cable-7424xp.html
I couldn't believe I had just done that! Being the pad was fairly fresh and at the end of that first application I suppose it could have been much worse. My shorts were dotted but everything else was a safe enough distance. Most of the windshield had been taped off so not too bad.
I set the machine on my detail table and did a wipedown of my test area. There were some serious imperfection still there but I felt like TSR had done a great job at removing the type of imperfections it claims to remove. You must remember that this car really needs a new paint job. You'll see in the pictures.... Pocs all the way through the paint. Looks like a d. derby car... I had no illusions about what the car would look like when completed. So I was satisfied with the test pass and continued to do the entire hood. After completing the hood I did the trunk lid next. I was going to switch pads to tangerine or white and run the finishing polish before doing any new panels but as I was finishing the lid on speed 6 the machine just cut off on me! I checked my plugs and tried a different outlet but to no avail. Big Time Bummer! I was just getting comfortable with it too! Anyway that kind of cuts the story short but it is important to note that I called AG immediately and they offered to send out a new polisher ASAP and email me a label to pay for shipping this one back. We talked about product failure rates in general and I was told that this was only the second time he had heard of the new Griots malfunctioning like this. Soooo... to be continued. Please see PROS/CONS and additional info AFTER the pictures.
Before:
AFTER:
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/500/medium/2_AFTER.J
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/500/IMG_0610.JPG
Additional Observations:
1.-Look for a deal on this product as you will sometimes find a great one or buy both TSR and FG together (Currently 39.99 as a combo) GREAT DEAL!
Pros:
1.- Removed all the imperfections that could be asked of it in a good amount of time.
2.- Dusting was not bad
3.- Very easy to use even for a rookie
Cons:
1.- None noted
Please see the pictures at bottom -
Here is a little of the manufacturer info: Wolfgang Total Swirl Remover 3.0 by Menzerna is an all-in-one swirl remover that finishes like a polish. Remove 2000 grit sanding scratches, oxidation, and swirls - all with one polish. Wolfgang Total Swirl Remover 3.0 is made by Menzerna of Germany to our specifications. It meets all our criteria for a perfect polish and we guarantee it will exceed your expectations.
_______________________________
And the link: http://www.autogeek.net/wolfgang-total-swirl-remover-car-polish-3-0.html
Product used previously: N/A
I purchased the Wolfgang TSR and FG together and got quite a deal! Today I got a chance to try it out and write this review. (Note: This review was interrupted by an equip malfunction.)
Product Observations:
Packaging: Nice Black Plastic bottle with 1/4" opening beneath snap cap lid
Consistency: Typical
Color: White
Scent: pretty much N/A but I could sware it smells a bit like cucumbers. I think it's just me
Size: 16 oz
Regular Price: 34.99
Price Per oz: $2.19
Additional sizes available: (See link at bottom)
Products used for prep or during application:
1.- Meguiars Gold Class
2.- DP Universal Detailing Clay
3.- New Griots DA
4.- Lake Country Hydro Tech pad (6.5") Cyan
5.- XMT polishing pad conditioner
Method of Prep:
1.- Thoroughly washed car using Meguiars Gold Class
2.- Thoroughly clayed car using DP Universal Detailing Clay
Method of Application and noted Observations:
My first guinea pig was one of my two old Saturn SL's. Terribly neglected for many years. I know, it's sad but I have learned and allthough it is entirely too late for these 2 cars I won't make that mistake on Skybaby or any future vehicles. When I say it's too late I really mean it. They are in bad shape in the looks department but the just keep on ticking. A shame I didn't treat the exterior better for the great job they've always done. With the hours I was working and being purchased use and cheap they were for point a-b only and low on the priority list.
This was my first time using my new Griots DA as well as the first time with Wolfgang TSR. I waited till about 11:30 am to get started since we are getting some "cold" weather here. The temperature was approximately 60 degrees when I started. I did an IPA wipe on my test square. Then I sprayed the new cyan H-T pad with a couple sprays of XMT polishing pad conditioner and added a line of TSR around the perimeter of the pad. Next I placed the pad flat on the surface and with the dial set to 3 I spread the polish across the test area. Then I flipped the dial up to 6 and went to town! I made about 7 section passes and lifted the machine off the paint before switching it off. OOPS! I had just read Mike P. article here... http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/20021-tips-techniques-using-porter-cable-7424xp.html
I couldn't believe I had just done that! Being the pad was fairly fresh and at the end of that first application I suppose it could have been much worse. My shorts were dotted but everything else was a safe enough distance. Most of the windshield had been taped off so not too bad.
I set the machine on my detail table and did a wipedown of my test area. There were some serious imperfection still there but I felt like TSR had done a great job at removing the type of imperfections it claims to remove. You must remember that this car really needs a new paint job. You'll see in the pictures.... Pocs all the way through the paint. Looks like a d. derby car... I had no illusions about what the car would look like when completed. So I was satisfied with the test pass and continued to do the entire hood. After completing the hood I did the trunk lid next. I was going to switch pads to tangerine or white and run the finishing polish before doing any new panels but as I was finishing the lid on speed 6 the machine just cut off on me! I checked my plugs and tried a different outlet but to no avail. Big Time Bummer! I was just getting comfortable with it too! Anyway that kind of cuts the story short but it is important to note that I called AG immediately and they offered to send out a new polisher ASAP and email me a label to pay for shipping this one back. We talked about product failure rates in general and I was told that this was only the second time he had heard of the new Griots malfunctioning like this. Soooo... to be continued. Please see PROS/CONS and additional info AFTER the pictures.
Before:
AFTER:
http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/500/medium/2_AFTER.J
Additional Observations:
1.-Look for a deal on this product as you will sometimes find a great one or buy both TSR and FG together (Currently 39.99 as a combo) GREAT DEAL!
Pros:
1.- Removed all the imperfections that could be asked of it in a good amount of time.
2.- Dusting was not bad
3.- Very easy to use even for a rookie
Cons:
1.- None noted
Please see the pictures at bottom -
Here is a little of the manufacturer info: Wolfgang Total Swirl Remover 3.0 by Menzerna is an all-in-one swirl remover that finishes like a polish. Remove 2000 grit sanding scratches, oxidation, and swirls - all with one polish. Wolfgang Total Swirl Remover 3.0 is made by Menzerna of Germany to our specifications. It meets all our criteria for a perfect polish and we guarantee it will exceed your expectations.
_______________________________
And the link: http://www.autogeek.net/wolfgang-total-swirl-remover-car-polish-3-0.html
rops:
Just picking on you Lou.
I do spot buff bad area's first with 105 or SIP. It works better when your buffer doesn't blow up. Sorry CEE DOG. Griots nice new machine:wow:. Is that a couple I heard of already? But it had more power and AMP's than the PCXP, but less trusted I guess.