Using Meguiar's D/A Microfiber Correction System

[Detailing by M]

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Thanks for suggestions PWMD

No problem.
The MF System is truly amazing, especialy for amateurs.
Amateurs can now get Professional results with a very little learning curve.
I use this system all the time and it really hasn't disappointed me yet.
And D301 Finishing Wax had been in regular rotation and has done an a great job.

[dedydut]

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No problem.
The MF System is truly amazing, especial for amateurs.
Amateurs can now get Professional results with a very little learning curve.
I use this system all the time and it really hasn't disappointed me yet.
And D301 Finishing Wax had been in regular rotation and has done an a great job.

I'm going to use it for the first time. Too many read from many forums make me a little bit confused. LOL
I'll post my first time using mf systems when it's ready.

[The Guz]

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I started using D300 and the MF cutting pad today. I have to say that I am very impressed with both products. The cutting ability of both products works great.

A little background on what I'm using it on.

About a month ago I corrected my 02 Camaro SS using M105/M205 with an orange and white LC pad. The car has very hard clear. Even harder than my 99 Pontiac Grand Prix. My camaro is not my daily driver so I was able to spend a few days on it making multiple passes with M105 and the ornage LC pad. I had tried ultimate compound but the clear is just so hard that I ended up going with M105.

Now I'm working on my dad's 02 Camaro Z28 and I knew I didn't want to go through the same thing and I also don't have the time to keep it as this is his daily driver. So I invested in the MF pads and D300. What a great combo on the hard GM clear. It's cutting like the clear was butter. I'm also impressed with how fast both products cut. I don't have to work as hard with these products on this car like I did with mine. I like that it doesn't dust as much as M105. Overall I'm very impressed. I'm glad I went with the MF pads. I am about 80% done with the car and I'm following up with M205. I'm still debating on whether or not to go with M21 or ultimate wax.

I definitely recommend the MF cutting pads. I will have to invest in the finishing pads and finishing wax to give that a try.

[KidDetailer]

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyHHto0FtHg

Was watching this video, and my question is:

1. What is the purpose of the Polish if Finishing wax was designed to refine and protect?
2. In the video (46 min), he didn't prime the pad completely for the wax. Are you not suppose to cover pretty much all the white spots on the microfiber disc?

[davey g-force]

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1. The polish is intended for those who want to follow up with their own wax/sealant, rather than the D301 Finishing Wax. So they would be doing 3 steps instead of 2.

[The Guz]

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1. The polish is intended for those who want to follow up with their own wax/sealant, rather than the D301 Finishing Wax. So they would be doing 3 steps instead of 2.

Exactly. That is a nice feature of this addition to the DAMF system.

[Michael Stoops]

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyHHto0FtHg

Was watching this video, and my question is:

1. What is the purpose of the Polish if Finishing wax was designed to refine and protect?
2. In the video (46 min), he didn't prime the pad completely for the wax. Are you not suppose to cover pretty much all the white spots on the microfiber disc?

While others have already answered #1 for you, allow us to expand a bit: D302 Polish is designed to remove the more noticeable haze that can happen on softer paints when using D300 and DMC cutting disc. Priming of the pad is absolutely critical for this step in order to properly remove that haze so don't cut corners here. D302 will remove much more haze than D301 will but it's not a wax, just a polish.

As for your second question, when using D301 Finishing Wax it isn't as critical that you prime the pad, especially if zero haze is present.

[Amvalai]

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I recently bought the damf system kit 6inch, can i use it with G220v2? since the first image post was using the 5inch pad for the DA polisher.

Amvalai

[The Guz]

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I recently bought the damf system kit 6inch, can i use it with G220v2? since the first image post was using the 5inch pad for the DA polisher.

Amvalai

As long as you have the correct backing plate then you will have no problem.

[sealthedeal]

Re: Using Meguiar's D/A Microfiber Correction System

While others have already answered #1 for you, allow us to expand a bit: D302 Polish is designed to remove the more noticeable haze that can happen on softer paints when using D300 and DMC cutting disc. Priming of the pad is absolutely critical for this step in order to properly remove that haze so don't cut corners here. D302 will remove much more haze than D301 will but it's not a wax, just a polish.

As for your second question, when using D301 Finishing Wax it isn't as critical that you prime the pad, especially if zero haze is present.

Hi Michael, Not sure if its already answered but I'll go ahead and ask ...

1. Are Meguiars DMC5 DA Microfiber Cutting Discs, 5 inches meant to fit a 5" backing plate and once centered it will have some cushioning outside the backing plate as well ?

2. I dont have compressed air setup nor the Meguiars brush but can you tell how stiff the bristles of the brush need to be to make the nap fluffy again? Harder than the toothbrush (hard version) ?

3. How much correction compound (approx) is needed to do a typical sedan? 1.5-2oz or less/more ?

[LoveBlackPaint]

Flex 3401 along with the cutting disk

Long time no post.

I finally opened a detail shop and do it full time.

Just received my Meguir's six inch cutting disk and the Correcting Compound.
Will the new system work well with my Flex 3401?
I have other DA's if not.

[Kokomo Man]

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Michael Stoops - I have read every bit of this thread a couple of times (and other threads as well) and haven’t been able to answer my question(s). I’ll move this to another thread if you think I should. Let me give you some specifics:


I have a 2006 Dodge Ram Quad Cab with dark metallic blue paint. Last summer I left it parked in my driveway while I was in Florida for a few months... parked right next to my automatic sprinklers. As you can imagine, the water spots are very bad. I have been using a clay bar but the paint is badly etched.

It seems that the D/A Microfiber Correction System will be the way to go. However, in other threads I have seen Ultimate Compound and Scratch X recommended. I do intend to use a D/A in any case. So, here’s my question:

Of the three products, which do you think will do the best job on the water spots; D300, Ultimate Compound, or ScratchX?

One other question for you... in your instructions you said to set the D/A at 4800 for the Correction/Cutting and 3800 for the Finishing wax (D301). How much slower is ok for each step? (My D/A is pneumatic so I’m not sure of the speed... can I just run it slow?)

[davey g-force]

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Regarding the products, I would say D300 or UC are your best bet.

I would probably just get the whole kit (D300, D301 and the MF pads) because it probably works out cheaper that way, and you'll know you're using the whole 'system' as it was designed.

[greymda]

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how to wash them, as they get quite clogged with product?
mine has hardened little spots of dust (i guess?), are there any chances to remove them or pad is ruined?

regards

[The Guz]

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Warm water with some APC works well to clean the pads. You should be cleaning them after each use to avoid dried product building up on them.