Can you dilute or mix M105 compound for a weaker effect and longer buffing cycle?

[Ralph III]

Hello All,
As the title states. Can Meguiars M105 compound be mixed with such as M205 in creating a slightly less abrasive compound or in extending its working time on a rotary buffer using Meguiars Soft Buff 2.0 red cutting pads? Can water be misted on the surface with M105 without making to much of a mess?

Otherwise, can you recommend something similar to M105 that has a longer buffing time, which isn't prone to swirling, that can be used with a rotary buffer and stated cutting pads? It can be slightly less aggressive than M105 but needs to be a good first step compound for M205.

Note: I have a Meguiars DA that I will be using with Meguiars M205 to finish out. I just need something that can be used with a rotary buffer and cutting pads as the first step in removing light to moderate scratches.

Thanks,
Ralph

[Ralph III]

Re: Can you dilute or mix M105 compound for a weaker effect and longer buffing cycle?

I decided to go with M101 so no longer need this inquiry. Thanks anyhow....

[J4o2el7]

Ultimate Compound is great, and working time is great too. I know it's not suggested for rotary use, but have seen post people have used it with great results. I know you went with the 101 but just a suggestion..

[Ralph III]

Re: Can you dilute or mix M105 compound for a weaker effect and longer buffing cycle?

Hello,
I've already discussed UC and M205 in the "Detailing 101" thread and made a comparison of those items in addition to some #2 soft cut. All of those items finished out very well with a finishing pad and a DA. However, none of them did a very good job of removing minor scratches with all seemingly fairly equal, IMO. I did test spots on my green tractor and then a black truck which I'm getting ready to finish out.

Consequently, I've decided to go with a good cutting compound (M101) and a rotary buffer for the first step. This should make quick work of any minor to moderate scratches. I will then follow up with M205 and my DA in polishing out and waxing the truck.

I would be hesitant to use UC with a rotary because it wasn't made for that nor recommended for it. Whereas M101 and M105 (as UC was derived from) was made for use with a rotary.

God Bless,
Ralph

[jarred767]

Re: Can you dilute or mix M105 compound for a weaker effect and longer buffing cycle?

I have a bottle of 105/205 mixed 1:1. When I've got a job that needs a little more than 205, but not quite 105, I use it and love it. Dusts way less, longer buffing cycle and finishes even a little better. Try it out and see how you like it.

[Ralph III]

Re: Can you dilute or mix M105 compound for a weaker effect and longer buffing cycle?

I have a bottle of 105/205 mixed 1:1. When I've got a job that needs a little more than 205, but not quite 105, I use it and love it. Dusts way less, longer buffing cycle and finishes even a little better. Try it out and see how you like it.

Thanks for the reply Jarred and good to know. That's what I used to do with the compounds I buffed professionally with years ago at a Dealer-only auction (sub-contract). I had some nasty fast cutting compound that could take care of the worst defects quickly. It was like liquid sandpaper and apparently I was the only one who really cared for it according to the supply house.

The deal was, I could mix it with a polish or light cutting compound to create different levels of cut. That, in many instances, allowed me to get away with a two-step process, because I could then follow that up with a softer compound with a little wax mixed in.

Of course, it was a balance between quality and quantity back then and personal cars were always given utmost attention. Today, I don't think I will need the full effects of such as M101 or M105 personally; so it's nice to know I can mix it in controlling the cut and working time. Meguiars "buffing" products are new to me but I'm excited about the results already.

See ya,
Ralph

[jarred767]

Re: Can you dilute or mix M105 compound for a weaker effect and longer buffing cycle?

They are awesome products!!! I've tried a bunch and while some are more expensive and branded as 'nicer' I keep coming back to the Megs line because it works great, is easy to use and provides great results. Have fun with them!