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Introducing our new DA Microfiber Correction System
Re: Introducing our new DA Microfiber Correction System
Since this system is designed to work within prescribed OPM parameters (4800 cutting/3800 finishing), I'm assuming this means 1st generation PC's (7424,7336) will be at no disadvantage compared to 2nd generation PC's with more power. The selected setting's would just be different, for example, speed 4 for cutting on a 2nd gen, and speed 5 ish on a gen 1 PC for cutting. Am I right on this?
The disadvantage I'm referring to is, of course, in terms of cutting and leveling ability.
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What I want to know is where can I get the cool detailing satin/silk shirt that Jason is wearing in the video! I could then never worry about scratching my vertical panels when working on horizontal one!
Maybe even better it could be made out of MF fibers and I can polishing the vertical as I work on the horizontal ones.........just don't know if I could keep the 4800 OPM rate for perfect polishing?
Cheers,
GREG
Detailing for the Discerning Owner
Reflections Detailing of Utah Http://www.reflections-detailing.com Meguiars/Ford Detailing Team SEMA 2010 and 2011
Mike, I haven't read through all of the posts. But just watching the video, it seems that the rate of travel is much faster than the standard 2 inches per second you would use with a traditional foam polishing pad.
What is the approximate rate of travel that we see Jason using in the video?
Rate of travel is going to be dependent on how the paint reacts. During the compounding step you may find, on very hard paint or when up against heavy defects, that you want to move very slowly and/or use more pressure. You can actually apply a surprising amount of pressure and still have pad rotation. As with anything in this game, nothing is really set in stone and some experimentation is always going to be needed to dial in for the particular vehicle you're working on.
Since this system is designed to work within prescribed OPM parameters (4800 cutting/3800 finishing), I'm assuming this means 1st generation PC's (7424,7336) will be at no disadvantage compared to 2nd generation PC's with more power. The selected setting's would just be different, for example, speed 4 for cutting on a 2nd gen, and speed 5 ish on a gen 1 PC for cutting. Am I right on this?
The disadvantage I'm referring to is, of course, in terms of cutting and leveling ability.
You are spot on here - the first gen tools (PC7424/7336, G100/G110 and perhaps the earlier Griot's tool) don't reach 4800 opm until they're at speed setting 5. Always a good idea, regardless of tool, to double check those speed settings and adjust accordingly.
What I want to know is where can I get the cool detailing satin/silk shirt that Jason is wearing in the video! I could then never worry about scratching my vertical panels when working on horizontal one!
Maybe even better it could be made out of MF fibers and I can polishing the vertical as I work on the horizontal ones.........just don't know if I could keep the 4800 OPM rate for perfect polishing?
Cheers,
GREG
You're not the first person to ask about that. It seems that is a one off garment given to him by a manufacturer who was trying to get their foot in the door. Jason wears that all the time, even at the beach.
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.
Re: Introducing our new DA Microfiber Correction System
This is definately something I will be adding to my arsenal very soon. The weather is finally changing here and the snow is melting. Really missing spending a day just detailing away!!!
Looks like an awesome system!!!
Andy
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Is it possible to use the 3 inch backing plate (and pads) with my cyclo polisher? I would love to try out the system with it.
Out of all the machines I tested with the MF system the Cyclo was the slowest to remove defects. Yes it works but not as quickly as a G110v2 for example.
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Thank you very much for the input. I am not surprised at that. I do however have a cyclo and since it is for personal use I can afford a bit more time. I have two cars to work on and my alternative is the cyclo with other products and this seems like a good kit.
I have been using OTS Swirl-x and UC followed by an light polish. This may still save me time.
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How does this wax compare to things like NXT and UW? Does it have polishing oils in it? Is it a cleaner wax that can clean up some, if any, haze left from the D300? Or would another lighter pass with D300 be necessary before the wax?
Are there plans for any other liquid products to be released for this system? It seems just one "compound" and one "wax" is a pretty general start to gauge the success of the system first or is this really all that is needed?
How does this wax compare to things like NXT and UW? Does it have polishing oils in it? Is it a cleaner wax that can clean up some, if any, haze left from the D300? Or would another lighter pass with D300 be necessary before the wax?
Are there plans for any other liquid products to be released for this system? It seems just one "compound" and one "wax" is a pretty general start to gauge the success of the system first or is this really all that is needed?
At the risk of sounding a bit abrupt, you really should read through the reviews on this product - answers to all over your questions have been answered several times. But in short, yes, the Finishing Wax is a cleaner type wax, especially when coupled with the microfiber Finishing Disc, and it will very quickly clean up even the worst haze left by the compound and cutting disc.
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.
As long as it's not a long fingered hook & loop you'll be fine.
What is the fingered hook and loop? I currently have the 5" LC backing plate. (http://www.autogeek.net/lc43125.html) Will this work with the Meg's MF pads? It says it's hook and loop but it doesn't say fingered.
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