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Re: MT300 Dual Action Polisher
Originally posted by Jeepster04 View PostVery smooth with the new DBP5 backing plate. Thing screams at 7500 but is still so smooth. What would speeds above 5800 be used for?
Originally posted by Jeepster04 View Post
Made in China . Typically I avoid china stuff.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.
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It is indeed nice. Also nice that I can remove sanding marks if needed without a rotary.
My swirl removal will most likely only ever need to consist of swirlx and UC. Nice and simple.Current Jeep: 2004 Jeep Liberty with stuff
Originally posted by Mike PhillipsLive on the edge... try something new, try NXT Tech Wax 2
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Originally posted by Michael Stoops View PostWe've also never made a secret of the fact that this tool was designed in the USA by a major American tool manufacturer who controls the factory in China where the tool is assembled.
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I had mine waiting on me when I came home from Maderia Beach fl. Weather in Tx is perfect right now! 80's didnt have time to work with it yet,, but ill try a review vid when I do If I can find a willing camera operator.
MIKE. on one of the Detail FB pages,, one guy said his broke after 3 uses. Something in the cord. I said that I hoped it was a fluke. Which brings up the warrenty question again. will it be a 1 for 1 swap till you guys get the repair dealers figured out?
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Got mine last weekend but noticed something weird on my polisher. Rotation on the lowest speed 1 ( 3000 ) is faster than on speed 2 ( 3800 ) . Rotation will slow down for a few seconds then it will shoot up. Anyone encounter the same issue with their MT300.
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Okay, my car is only a year old and I've been all Meguiars from wash to wax to maintain from day 1. But I'm at the age and stage where I really can't hold that stupid little black pad to apply ULW. I thought this tool's ability to reach low parts of my car would help. So, I got this model for it's ergonomics.
Don't kill me but in looking at pads, is it true it will only help in applying my ULW leaving the buff to my aching back, shoulders and arthritic hands?
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Originally posted by imacarnut View PostThis MT300 looks like it could be branded and/or built by Dewalt. If it is, that would be awesome because I'm sure there are many Authorized Dewalt shops that can fix this tool if a problem occurs at some point or time.
Originally posted by Full Circle Detail View PostI had mine waiting on me when I came home from Maderia Beach fl. Weather in Tx is perfect right now! 80's didnt have time to work with it yet,, but ill try a review vid when I do If I can find a willing camera operator.
MIKE. on one of the Detail FB pages,, one guy said his broke after 3 uses. Something in the cord. I said that I hoped it was a fluke. Which brings up the warrenty question again. will it be a 1 for 1 swap till you guys get the repair dealers figured out?
Originally posted by Ginnova View PostGot mine last weekend but noticed something weird on my polisher. Rotation on the lowest speed 1 ( 3000 ) is faster than on speed 2 ( 3800 ) . Rotation will slow down for a few seconds then it will shoot up. Anyone encounter the same issue with their MT300.
Originally posted by ErnestHouse View PostOkay, my car is only a year old and I've been all Meguiars from wash to wax to maintain from day 1. But I'm at the age and stage where I really can't hold that stupid little black pad to apply ULW. I thought this tool's ability to reach low parts of my car would help. So, I got this model for it's ergonomics.
Don't kill me but in looking at pads, is it true it will only help in applying my ULW leaving the buff to my aching back, shoulders and arthritic hands?
Look at it this way: to remove any sort of below surface defect (swirls, scratches, etchings, oxidation, etc) by hand you need to put serious elbow grease into the process. Doing this on just the hood of any car will wear you out. Wiping away the residue from a given area is a piece of cake. Working out those same defects using a DA buffer like the MT300 along with the appropriate pads and liquids is far, far easier on the body. It's also faster, more effective, and the end result is usually much better as well. Wiping away the residue from a given area is still a piece of cake.
Applying wax by hand means using tight, overlapping, circular motions to even distribute the wax, but once that wax is dry (assuming it was applied in a relatively thin and uniform coat) it will wipe off with almost no effort. Now, applying that same wax with the DA makes it super easy to ensure that you do get that very thin, uniform coat down on the paint. Let it dry and you should never, ever have to work hard to remove the wax. Seriously, if you are busting your shoulder and back just wiping off wax residue, you've done something seriously wrong. Most people tend to grossly over use wax, and there is zero to be gained by doing so. Chemistry will dictate how much wax or sealant will bond with the paint and be left behind after you wipe off whatever residue remains. If you apply half the bottle of product to the car, you won't end up with any more wax protection than if you applied a single, solitary ounce to the entire car (yes, it can be done - in fact, you can do it with less than one ounce once you get your process down. I am NOT kidding!!). And, yes, you still get the exact same level of gloss, protection, water beading, etc. But wipe off, by hand with a folded microfiber towel, is simple. Like, really simple.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.
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Originally posted by Michael Stoops View Post...But wipe off, by hand with a folded microfiber towel, is simple. Like, really simple.
Next question. Nobody has stock on the 5" plates. If all I'm going to do is apply ULW, isn't 6" satisfactory?
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Quote by Michael Stoops: "Seriously, if you are busting your shoulder and back just wiping off wax residue, you've done something seriously wrong. Most people tend to grossly over use wax, and there is zero to be gained by doing so. Chemistry will dictate how much wax or sealant will bond with the paint and be left behind after you wipe off whatever residue remains. If you apply half the bottle of product to the car, you won't end up with any more wax protection than if you applied a single, solitary ounce to the entire car (yes, it can be done - in fact, you can do it with less than one ounce once you get your process down. I am NOT kidding!!). And, yes, you still get the exact same level of gloss, protection, water beading, etc. But wipe off, by hand with a folded microfiber towel, is simple. Like, really simple."
Michael, those of us who have a little bit of competency are always preaching the thin, thin, thin principle to our friends, relatives and customers. You've just expressed the principle in the most profound manner I've ever seen. Considering the credentials of the writer, I hope you don't mind if I quote you over and over and over again.
Bill
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Originally posted by ErnestHouse View PostI know what it takes. Rocker panels are painful to reach and wipe no matter how easy. Will try to find a microfiber wand.
Next question. Nobody has stock on the 5" plates. If all I'm going to do is apply ULW, isn't 6" satisfactory?
Originally posted by BillyJack View Post
Michael, those of us who have a little bit of competency are always preaching the thin, thin, thin principle to our friends, relatives and customers. You've just expressed the principle in the most profound manner I've ever seen. Considering the credentials of the writer, I hope you don't mind if I quote you over and over and over again.
BillMichael Stoops
Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.
Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.
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I had time to use this for the first time and I have to say that it rocks. It has plenty of power and the digital torque management kept the pad spinning. It's smooth and comfortable to use. Paired with the new pads and it's all one needs.
I have to say that D300 on the foam cutting discs left the finish LSP ready. That is how nice the pad finished for me.
Here are some photos of the results I achieved
50/50 - using D300 with a foam cutting disc
These defects were deep. M101 on a foam cutting disc was used.
Even made short work of these water spots. Using D300 on a foam cutting disc.
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Wow, great results Guz. Makes me want to get one now.
I did ask before but didn't get a reply: will this tool be released in a 220v - 240v version? (Aimed at Mike Stoops or someone from Meguiars).Originally posted by BluelineI own a silver vehicle and a black vehicle owns me. The black one demands attention, washing, detailing, waxing and an occasional dinner out at a nice restaurant. The silver one demands nothing and it looks just fine. I think the black vehicle is taking advantage of me, and the silver car is more my style. We can go out for a drive without her makeup and she looks fine. If I want to take the black one out, it is three or four hours in the "bathroom" to get ready.
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Originally posted by davey g-force View PostWow, great results Guz. Makes me want to get one now.
I did ask before but didn't get a reply: will this tool be released in a 220v - 240v version? (Aimed at Mike Stoops or someone from Meguiars).
Here's another before and after.
This is just after compounding with D300 on a foam cutting disc. Finished really well on this GM paint.
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