95 versus 105

[hacker-pschorr]

Long story short I've been trying to find the time to help a friend detail his black 928 Porsche.

He picked up 95, wool pad, and a yellow meguiars pad to buff out the swirl / spider marks. He's insisting the guy at the parts store knows his stuff, this is what he should be using (on a rotary). I cannot argue with him so my stash of 105, 80, 83, 82, and 2 will remain in the bag.

I've used all of the above quite a bit with good results and a good feel for these products. What should I be expecting with 95?

My friend also told me claying is a waste of time, just wash it. So yea, this is going to be an uphill battle.

[seth1066]

Re: 95 versus 105

As far as the clay, you could find the bumpiest area on the car and clay a 6"x6" area, and see if he gets it.

[hacker-pschorr]

Re: 95 versus 105

As far as the clay, you could find the bumpiest area on the car and clay a 6"x6" area, and see if he gets it.

I already did that, took all the bugs off his other 928 (they come in pairs around here). Didn't matter, said that is what the buffer is for......

[Mike Phillips]

Re: 95 versus 105

Kevin Brown posted an excellent first-hand summary on the differences between M95 and M105, here's the link,

Difference between M95 and M105


In fact it was so good we just moved it to Hot Topics

[PorscheGuy997]

Re: 95 versus 105

The best way to remove bonded contaminants is by using clay. Period.

It kind of relates to the using the least aggressive method theory. Removing no paint by using clay or repeatedly compounding and removing more and more paint.

Also, the rotary and a wool pad will not remove all bonded contaminants. You may want to mention the "If you're not claying, you're just playing" quote.


M105 and M95 are fantastic compounds. That being said, I learned to compound using M84, so I kind of prefer a traditional style compound like M95. But, I find myself using M105 more often because the finish is better. In the end, it's all preference.

Kevin's explanation is absolutely fantastic and an excellent read!

[hacker-pschorr]

Re: 95 versus 105

Kevin Brown posted an excellent first-hand summary on the differences between M95 and M105, here's the link,

Difference between M95 and M105


In fact it was so good we just moved it to Hot Topics

Too funny, I remember glancing over that thread, since I wasn't using 95 I didn't bother to read it (or do a search......)

Thanks guys!!!

[Michael Stoops]

Re: 95 versus 105

He's insisting the guy at the parts store knows his stuff, this is what he should be using

My friend also told me claying is a waste of time, just wash it. So yea, this is going to be an uphill battle.

I already did that, took all the bugs off his other 928 (they come in pairs around here). Didn't matter, said that is what the buffer is for

At the risk of sounding less than helpful here - why does your friend need your help? He seems to be an expert. Or at least thinks he is.

[hacker-pschorr]

Re: 95 versus 105

At the risk of sounding less than helpful here - why does your friend need your help? He seems to be an expert. Or at least thinks he is.

Long story - every project we go through this

[seth1066]

Re: 95 versus 105

Long story - every project we go through this

Next project, try this, sincerely agree with everything he says!