Ultimate Polish versus M205

[LarryRX350]

Are UP and M205 the same thing?

Which would be better to use on a new red car for polishing prior to applying Tech Wax 2.0: UP/M205 or Deep Crystal System Polish?

I will be applying and removing by hand, so I need something that can be done without killing myself!

[BillE]

Re: Ultimate Polish versus M205

I think you'll do better using UP when 'doing by hand.'

205 and UP ARE kissin' cousins, but 205 is much more of a 'machine application' product.

Doing a car all by hand is a job, I wouldn't try and do it all in one day. You can spread it out and save you body.

Good luck...

Bill

[STRIFE]

Re: Ultimate Polish versus M205

Yea, what BillE said.
But i'd get a DA instead...but if $$ is an issue have you considered the DA power system? Cheaper and will save your body. Save time too

http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-G3500-DA-PowerSystem-Tool/dp/B009OBVRY4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1362250907&sr=8-3&keywords=da+polisher

[Murr1525]

Re: Ultimate Polish versus M205

If just cleaning and polishing, the products can be applied fairly mildly, not as much work/effort as removing swirls from an entire car.

Another option is to use a cleaner/wax then wax for a quick detail.

[Michael Stoops]

Re: Ultimate Polish versus M205

UP is derived from M205 - it has more polishing oils than M205, but M205 offers a bit more cut. Since you're working by hand we recommend going with UP. M205 can be used by hand, but it's a lot more expensive than UP, is not as widely available, and it really yields it's maximum potential when applied by machine.