Original purpose of products.

[seech]

Hi,
I'm new to detailing but after reading and viewing some amazing before and after pictures, I'm hooked. Can't wait to get a ROB and start buffing away but still a little confused.

After lots of research I'm leaning towards getting #80 and possibly #83 to try and remove some light swirling on my white car. Maybe followed by some #82 but I don't come across a lot of people who use #82. If I'm not mistaken most use #80 or #83 followed by #80 and a wax. So this is my plan wash, clay, #80/#83 if req., NXT Tech Wax x 2.

However, with the amount of products available, eg. #9, 21, 26, 80, 82, 84, NXT etc. it can get confusing for a newbie to decide on the best product for their needs. Some of the products are also similar and can be interchanged with another. Others are newer and improved over an older formulation. I know its been stated that Meguiar's has many products as each user has their own unique requirements but unless you have tried all the products, how do you know which is best?

Read one of the threads where Mike stated that the original purpose for #80 was to prepare cars quickly at car auctions.

Would it be possible to get the 'story' behind the original purpose of the products? I think it would be interesting for those new to detailing to find out the reasons behind the products as it would probably make it easier to decide which products are best suited for their needs.

Thanks.

[Chex]

Re: Original purpose of products.

good point, though most companies generalize the concepts by categories.

for example, you use "waxes" for protection or "sealants"

you use "polishes" for beautifying your finish in a way wax wouldn't do it

you use "paint cleaners" to correct some imperfections

you use "cleaner polishes" to correct paint imperfections and beautifying the finish

you use compounds to remove severe imperfections

and the list can go pretty long.

in this case Speed glaze and quick detailer are made for "quick jobs." you can basically say it's like a standard for shine and paint defect removal that will please a lot of customers. so in this case you should have the necessary products for the job you need to do or that your customers demand.

Hope this Helps