Why Meguiar's recommends polishing paint

[SchwarzenSchafe]

Nice job on the truck. There shouldn't BE salesmen, just people like you that know the products and solve problems, it's a good philosophy.

Here's an on-topic question... How does the presence of wax affect the performance and longevity of a polish applied over top?

[Mike Phillips]

Originally posted by SchwarzenSchafe
Nice job on the truck. There shouldn't BE salesmen, just people like you that know the products and solve problems, it's a good philosophy.

* Either Mary Kay Ash, Founder, Mary Kay Cosmetics, or Arthur "Red" Motley, former Editor of Parade Magazine said,

"Nothing ever happens until somebody sells something".

I tend to agree with her, people tend to deride salespeople, but when I see a person driving down the road with a trailer full of Jet Ski's, or dirt bikes, or a pleasure boat, etc. I think to myself,

They couldn't take those toys out and have fun all weekend until somebody sold them the toys in the first place.

You can use any analogy you like but the idea is a professional salesperson helps us to buy what we want or need.

Here's an on-topic question... How does the presence of wax affect the performance and longevity of a polish applied over top?

That's a question that comes up all the time and the thread for that can be found in the Information Station forum under Hot Topics

Lot's of great information in these forums...

Meguiar's How-To Articles
Hot Topics
Meguiar's Automotive FAQ


Here are two threads that discuss the answer to this question

Do Glazes/Fillers affect the bonding of NXT?

A question on wax bonding and the potential for interference by a quick detailer?


* I've found a website for May Kay Ash that claims this is her quote and yet another website that claims this is Red Motely's quote. Either way, it's a great quote.

[Mosca]

Y'know, I was going to log in and post something there; but then I remembered, there's no way to look good when you argue with people over the internet. I couldn't imagine writing ANYTHING that would eventually elicit the response, "You know Tom, I thought about what you wrote, and you're right."

I think I'll go for a drive a little later, then maybe cook up some steaks for the family on the grill, have some corn, some zucchini. I mean, it's a beautiful day, why ruin it because someone else is cranky?


Tom

[MandarinaRacing]

Now let's get this thread back on topic which is why Meguiar's recommends polishing paint.

YES!!!!! I want to read more about POLISH! and paint and sealers....come on guys!

Alex

[Ranger72]

Not to steal the thread, but how come Joe (the gentelman detailing the '57 chevy pickup) Cut it with a woolpad and what looks to be '84 (cant tell) and polished with the G100 and #80. Is this because it is a single stage paint? I have not detailed many single stage paints and would like to hear some info... *cough mike phillips *cough* lol

[Bama]

Originally posted by Mosca
Y'know, I was going to log in and post something there; but then I remembered, there's no way to look good when you argue with people over the internet. I couldn't imagine writing ANYTHING that would eventually elicit the response, "You know Tom, I thought about what you wrote, and you're right."

I think I'll go for a drive a little later, then maybe cook up some steaks for the family on the grill, have some corn, some zucchini. I mean, it's a beautiful day, why ruin it because someone else is cranky?


Tom

[Mosca]

If you go through the whole forum all you see is that agentf1 guy answering every thread that mentions Meguiar's with a recommendation to try Zaino. It's obvious that he has an agenda that is not shining cars. I would trust it to be obvious to anyone else also.

A guy wants to use the Z product, great; if he uses it right, his car will look really fantastic.

But my car will look really fantastic, too, and I can get my products at Pep's or WalMart, I spent less money, and I get this great forum with almost instantaneous support if I need help.

I have something that works for me. I have a couple cars that look like they've been kept in a wrapper. I've taught countless people how to bring their cars to the same standard. You don't need Zaino to do that. You need knowledge and skill. And of the many places that you can use to find that knowledge and skill, this is one of the best, by far. Sure it promotes Meguiar's products. I mean, it's Meguiar's forum! but it also provides consistent, accurate information and advice both for general questions ("What's the difference between waxes and sealants?") and specific questions ("HELP PLZ MIKE! I have swirl marks everywhere!") with pictures and tutorials.

So, when I say that I have something that works for me, Meguiar'sonline.com is part of that. I can't separate the product from the support, personally. If I'm having a problem, I know that I can post it here. If I found something worthwhile, I know I can share it here.

FOR ME, that's part of the product, y'know?


Tom

[meximum]

It's the support that reflects the product.

I've got it all here.

[travisdecpn]

Some people are just out to raise heck, looking for a way to bash a company/representative. I have appreciated everything you have provided this community with and your extensive knowledge of paint care and Meguiar's products in general. It's the kind of people that make posts with the sole intention to bash someone that make forums hard to follow sometimes.

[Bama]

Originally posted by Mosca
I have something that works for me. I have a couple cars that look like they've been kept in a wrapper. I've taught countless people how to bring their cars to the same standard. You don't need Zaino to do that. You need knowledge and skill. And of the many places that you can use to find that knowledge and skill, this is one of the best, by far. Sure it promotes Meguiar's products. I mean, it's Meguiar's forum! but it also provides consistent, accurate information and advice both for general questions.

Tom

Agree with you Tom. I agree with Mike's signature... "Find something you like and use it often." Skill is more important in my mind than what brand of products you use. Meguiar's, Mother's, Zaino, etc. all make good products and with the proper technique anyone can use these products and get an outstanding result. Who am I to tell anyone that they are wrong for using a product that works well for them. I don't believe in bashing people, companies, or products to get your point across. One reason Meguiar's has so many products is because people have different needs and different opinions on how they want their vehicles to look. I have used Meguiar's products for years, and one thing that I can say is that Meguiar's is a class operation. It has great customer support, and I trust their products. This forum is a great place to get informed and share experiences. It may be blasphemy, but I'll admit it. I also use a lot of Mother's products, which I like and work for me in certain situations, but I am certainly not going tell someone that they shouldn't use NXT because I think FX is better. It's just my opinion. Information is the key. After all, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Also, I just wanted to add that I think Mike and the rest of the mods on this forum do us a great service and an excellent job. I look forward to Mike's informative posts and insights. Guys, keep up the good work.

[RDVT4ME]

Originally posted by Bama

Also, I just wanted to add that I think Mike and the rest of the mods on this forum do us a great service and an excellent job. I look forward to Mike's informative posts and insights. Guys, keep up the good work.

[Mike Phillips]

Originally posted by Bama
Also, I just wanted to add that I think the mods on this forum do us a great service and an excellent job.

Just to note...

We only have one Moderator, 2hotford and yes... he does an excellent job of Moderating as well as helping people to get the best results from their time, money and efforts.

Plus he's a genuinely nice guy.

[Ranger72]

Originally posted by Ranger72
Not to steal the thread, but how come Joe (the gentelman detailing the '57 chevy pickup) Cut it with a woolpad and what looks to be '84 (cant tell) and polished with the G100 and #80. Is this because it is a single stage paint? I have not detailed many single stage paints and would like to hear some info... *cough mike phillips *cough* lol

Any thought on this guys? thanks

[Bama]

Originally posted by Mike Phillips
Just to note...

We only have one Moderator, 2hotford and yes... he does an excellent job of Moderating as well as helping people to get the best results from their time, money and efforts.

Plus he's a genuinely nice guy.

Mike, understand. Just trying to give you, 2hotford, and all Meguiar's employees who post here some love and to say thanks. We appreciate the insight and advice.

[RDVT4ME]

Originally posted by Ranger72
Any thought on this guys? thanks

Joe (Superior Shine) did start another thread to answer that specific question I believe.

This should help

http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=7155