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Which one step should I buy? I think I might of already made this thread before but I can't figure out how to check to see if I did. I'm detailing my grandma's 2012 Cadillac SRX in a few days. I'm going to be washing it, using a nanoskin fine grade sponge on it, and then doing the one step with a DA polisher from HF.

Also, when I wash cars, do I have to fill up my 5 gallon buckets all the way and then use 2.5 ounces (.5 ounces per gallon) of my car wash solution for one car? Is it "one size fits all" or are there different amounts you should go with to not waste solution? Like for smaller cars to trucks to SUVs etc.

Also, how do you guys put a liquid cleaner in a seperate container without spilling it? Like if I just want to put 1 ounce of it in a cup how do you pour it slow enough to only put 1 ounce but fast enough to not spill it down the bottle?
 
My:

First Choice HD Speed

Second Choice Menzerna 3-n-1

I have both.
 
custmsprty said:
My:

First Choice HD Speed

Second Choice Menzerna 3-n-1

I have both.
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I never used Menzerna, but the previous member convinced me when I started new to all this to try HD speed... I am extremely satisfied with the results I have been getting. In case you haven't seen this yet, I HD speed this in the recent month.View attachment 37963
And I tested speed on my own car about ten days agoView attachment 37964

Hopes this helps!
 
Another vote for HD Speed. It is my go to AIO.

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Ok thanks guys I ordered it :D. Excited to see how it looks. This is my first time detailing a car. I will snap pics.
 
If you're concerned about spillage, you can use a funnel. Car wash solution is so cheap compared to other products I use, I haven't worried about using slightly more. AG also sells 1oz measuring cups.
 
Meguiar's M66.... That stuff is fantastic.
 
FG400 is a Compound not an AIO.

My go to always seems to be XMT360 but I have yet to try Speed or the Menz products.
 
Anyone try Griots Boss Finishing Sealent as an AIO yet? Interested to see if it measures up to speed. This weekend I think I'll do a 1/2 1/2 hood using both products and see.
 
I love d151 by megs I hope I have the number correct maybe its d156 o well its megs pink aio.
 
Based--Have you replaced the 6" HF backing plate with a quality 5" backing plate so you can use 5 or 5.5" pads? And, have you purchased some quality pads? The stock HF BP is known to have a bad wobble and their 6" pads shread in a heart beat.

With Speed don't forget less is more---4-5 pea sized drops to prime the pad, then 2-3 for each additional section. Also, the cut of Speed is pad dependent--on harder paints an orange cutting pad will do a great job and finish great. After you've done your test spot and know your technique I've found if you do the whole car and then wipe off the Speed you'll get better durability. Also, you can always give the car a coat of HD Express Wax (spray) or Poxy for some additional protection.
 
If you have a black or dark colored car and don't want to spend much, I really like Meguiars Black Wax. I only have the 4" DA Power System, but I did a quick pass on my '15 Sonata this weekend and got pretty good results considering one pass with the yellow polishing pad at moderate speed. Really cleaned up the light swirls and made the metallic pop. I'm sure if I do an additional pass or so with a little more pressure I could clean it up even more. Good protection and beading too with the carnauba in it.

Not the best light, but it gives you the idea.



 
medicscott said:
Anyone try Griots Boss Finishing Sealent as an AIO yet? Interested to see if it measures up to speed. This weekend I think I'll do a 1/2 1/2 hood using both products and see.
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While it's a nice product to use and results are good, I found it hard to wipe off compared to other AIO's.
 
ski2 said:
Based--Have you replaced the 6" HF backing plate with a quality 5" backing plate so you can use 5 or 5.5" pads? And, have you purchased some quality pads? The stock HF BP is known to have a bad wobble and their 6" pads shread in a heart beat.

With Speed don't forget less is more---4-5 pea sized drops to prime the pad, then 2-3 for each additional section. Also, the cut of Speed is pad dependent--on harder paints an orange cutting pad will do a great job and finish great. After you've done your test spot and know your technique I've found if you do the whole car and then wipe off the Speed you'll get better durability. Also, you can always give the car a coat of HD Express Wax (spray) or Poxy for some additional protection.
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Yup I got the back plate and pads :). Thanks for the tips I will use them.
 
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