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Old 02-06-2008, 01:55 PM
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Over the past few weeks I have been slowly but surely gathering my supplies to take me into the world of detailing. I'm just after a bit of advice about polishing choices. I think I have it down between the following combos:-

Pinnacle XMT fine and ultra fine swirl remover (XMT #2 and #1)...or
Menzerna PO85RD3.02 (or 106FF/106FA) and PO85RD.

Does anyone know what the cut is on autoglym ultra deep shine? I have some in the garage which might be of use at some point..

Any advice? Or how would going Pinnacle XMT #2 and PO85RD sound ???

Also, does anyone know any UK online suppliers of Cobra microfibre bonnets, or can recommend any others??...I can't find Cobra ones, but I know cleanyourcar.co.uk supply Sonus ones

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Originally Posted by apok97' post='528139' date='Feb 6 2008, 05:55 PM
Over the past few weeks I have been slowly but surely gathering my supplies to take me into the world of detailing. I'm just after a bit of advice about polishing choices. I think I have it down between the following combos:-

Pinnacle XMT fine and ultra fine swirl remover (XMT #2 and #1)...or
Menzerna PO85RD3.02 (or 106FF/106FA) and PO85RD.

Does anyone know what the cut is on autoglym ultra deep shine? I have some in the garage which might be of use at some point..

Any advice? Or how would going Pinnacle XMT #2 and PO85RD sound ???

Also, does anyone know any UK online suppliers of Cobra microfibre bonnets, or can recommend any others??...I can't find Cobra ones, but I know cleanyourcar.co.uk supply Sonus ones

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Go with Menzerna.
John at Clean and Shiny should be a good choice.

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sure thing he's been around a long time so ask your questions.

as well let him know I sent you.

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Originally Posted by apok97' post='528139' date='Feb 6 2008, 05:55 PM
Over the past few weeks I have been slowly but surely gathering my supplies to take me into the world of detailing. I'm just after a bit of advice about polishing choices. I think I have it down between the following combos:-

Pinnacle XMT fine and ultra fine swirl remover (XMT #2 and #1)...or
Menzerna PO85RD3.02 (or 106FF/106FA) and PO85RD.

Does anyone know what the cut is on autoglym ultra deep shine? I have some in the garage which might be of use at some point..

Any advice? Or how would going Pinnacle XMT #2 and PO85RD sound ???

Also, does anyone know any UK online suppliers of Cobra microfibre bonnets, or can recommend any others??...I can't find Cobra ones, but I know cleanyourcar.co.uk supply Sonus ones

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I've use Autoglym Ultra Deep Shine, its a paint cleaner/polish/wax in one bottle. From my experience it has a very light cutting power as most light scratches will reappear after application, which means it tends to hide the scratches rather than correcting it.
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For minor (summertime) correction work I use Menz 3.02 and either Sonus/Lakecountry pads. Generally use Swissol Paint cleaner, then AG Sealant and Chemical Guys XXX Wax. Lasts quite well. This winter I have used Carlack 68 (all-in one product) and Collinite 472 and produces amazing results for little effort.
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Thanks for the info,
Can I confirm that the carlack product you mention is the 'nano systematic care' cleaner/sealant...I read somewhere it was equivalent to Klasse All in One.
My attention was drawn to Carlack when I saw this (which also used Menz PO85RD3.02)

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which does look amazing
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+1 for Menzerna!
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Originally Posted by apok97' post='528139' date='Feb 6 2008, 10:55 PM
Over the past few weeks I have been slowly but surely gathering my supplies to take me into the world of detailing. I'm just after a bit of advice about polishing choices. I think I have it down between the following combos:-

Pinnacle XMT fine and ultra fine swirl remover (XMT #2 and #1)...or
Menzerna PO85RD3.02 (or 106FF/106FA) and PO85RD.

Does anyone know what the cut is on autoglym ultra deep shine? I have some in the garage which might be of use at some point..

Any advice? Or how would going Pinnacle XMT #2 and PO85RD sound ???

Also, does anyone know any UK online suppliers of Cobra microfibre bonnets, or can recommend any others??...I can't find Cobra ones, but I know cleanyourcar.co.uk supply Sonus ones

Cheers
I will stick with Menz range all the time! As pyiu said, get it from cleanandshine.co.uk ,they are the only one in uk doing this discount
http://www.cleanandshiny.co.uk/index.php?a...mp;productId=69

Autoglym UDS is useless in my opinion, but their SRP is good for hand polish tho...

Motorgeek sells cobra microfibre, check here:
http://www.motorgeek.co.uk/exterior-...e-c-21_32.html

hope this help

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