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  • DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

    Finally!

    Soon, virtually everyone will be using Meguiar's DA Microfiber Discs, and enjoying their impressive results.
    One thing is for sure... these little beauties were run through the ringer during development.
    They were used on all sorts of vehicles, with all types of buffing liquids.

    In terms of buffing pads, I didn't use much of anything else except prototype Microfiber Discs.

    It was a tough gig keeping things hushed for sooo many years!

    Doing write-ups was a challenge, too.
    We couldn't show prototypes or even let on that something special was in the works.
    This required "customization" of some posted pics.

    Some examples:

    From this write-up: "Alpine Electronics Imprint RLS Polishing Session"
    In this shot, RDVT4ME and the other pc were shown working on the now famous Alpine Electronics Imprint RLS:


    Actually, they weren't using foam pads at all!


    Two more shots we I couldn't post:

    This was another shot from the write-up:


    The real shot:


    the other pc polishing a difficult area using the Microfiber Disc:



    From this write-up: "Meguiar's *New* M105 Ultra-Cut Compound Makes a SPLASH at Alpine Electronics"

    Close-up of the new Meguiar's G110 Professional Dual Action Polisher:


    And the real shot:


    Can't really see it but I was using a Microfiber Disc on the DA:


    Finally, Jason Rose shown using a "prototype compound with a prototype Microfiber Disc.
    Also note the disc mounted to the machine sitting behind Paul as he wipes the car.



    He kept bugging me to, "Try it!" About the 30th time I said, "I will!"
    Care to guess the prototype liquid? Note: This was January, 2007.
    Kevin Brown
    NXTti Instructor, Meguiar's/Ford SEMA Team, Meguiar's Distributor/Retailer

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    Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

    Its gotta be tough to be so excited about a new product and have to stay hush hush about it. Anyways cant wait to try out this revolutionary new system.
    Practice doesn't make perfect, the dedication to achieve perfection makes perfect. "Smack"
    2011 Jet Black 328i Touring
    2007 Jet Black 335i Sedan

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      Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

      Sneaky... Sneaky.... with the photoshop.
      Brian

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        Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

        Where is the real shot for this one? Almost looks like he is using an invisible Rotary.

        Brian

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          Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

          Originally posted by kevin brown View Post
          he kept bugging me to, "try it!" about the 30th time i said, "i will!"
          care to guess the prototype liquid? note: This was january, 2007.
          m105?
          Brian

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            Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

            Originally posted by Mister B View Post
            Where is the real shot for this one? Almost looks like he is using an invisible Rotary.

            Funny, but no. That is a big cotton towel. Folded in half. At speed.
            Kevin Brown
            NXTti Instructor, Meguiar's/Ford SEMA Team, Meguiar's Distributor/Retailer

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              Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

              Very Sneaky indeed!
              Rasky's Auto Detailing

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                Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

                Originally posted by Mister B View Post
                m105?
                BINGO!
                Kevin Brown
                NXTti Instructor, Meguiar's/Ford SEMA Team, Meguiar's Distributor/Retailer

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                  Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

                  I feel like I've been lied to my whole life now! So many of these write-ups that I have seen have secretly been testing products and there are pictures of them right in front of our faces! Ahhhhhh What's the truth and what isn't! Does Meguiar's even exist?!?!


                  I once put swirls in my paint just to see what it looked like.

                  I don't always detail cars, but when I do, I prefer Meguiar's.
                  Remove swirls my friends.

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                    Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

                    Keeping it a secret was a challenge....but the great part was having an awesome tool to use during that time. I have some very happy customers and they have no idea that an experimental pad was used to make their ride look good. Thanks to Kevin for being my sounding board and go to guy while I was using these pads during early development.

                    THANKS KEVIN!!!!
                    -Bob
                    NXTti graduate, Meguiars Ford/SEMA Team

                    "All Corvette's are red, the rest are mistakes" - John Heinricy (Corvette Engineer)

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                      Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

                      I could only imagine what's being tested next. Hmmmm

                      Great job guys on keeping it secret.
                      Jesse

                      2009-2014 Meguiar's/Car Crazy SEMA Team
                      www.ShineTechAutoDetail.com
                      Facebook www.detailing.com

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                        Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

                        Originally posted by Andrew C. View Post
                        I feel like I've been lied to my whole life now! So many of these write-ups that I have seen have secretly been testing products and there are pictures of them right in front of our faces! Ahhhhhh What's the truth and what isn't! Does Meguiar's even exist?!?!

                        And you even spent time here as an Intern!! Guess nobody ever showed you the "secret door", did they?
                        Michael Stoops
                        Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.

                        Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.

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                          Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

                          Originally posted by Andrew C. View Post
                          Ahhhhhh What's the truth and what isn't! Does Meguiar's even exist?!?!
                          Mike Pennington
                          Director of Global Training, Events and Consumer Relations
                          Meguiar's, Inc.
                          800-854-8073
                          mpennington@meguiars.com

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                            Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

                            Originally posted by Kevin Brown View Post
                            Finally!


                            One thing is for sure... these little beauties were run through the ringer during development.
                            Yes they did. I destroyed a few pads myself. They evolved into pads that are virtually indestructible!! I know I have tried to break 'em!
                            Freedom prospers when Christianity is vibrant and the rule of law under God is acknowledged

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                              Re: DA Microfiber Discs Have a Storied Past...

                              I leave California and then you start all the fun projects...



                              Cool pictures as always Kevin!


                              Mike Phillips
                              760-515-0444
                              showcargarage@gmail.com

                              "Find something you like and use it often"

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