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Machine polisher question

Post by KernowPete » Fri Jan 06, 2012 10:09 pm

Hi all, I've just become the proud (and slightly nervous) owner of a Meguiars G220v2 polisher. I've yet to use it and before I do I have a question - what's the best technique to use on the surfaces of the car that aren't flat? I'm thinking especially the creases such as the ones on the bonnet (B7 RS4), how do you manoeuvre the pad around these? Also, the polish I will be using is Scholl Concepts S17+ - what sort of downwards pressure should I be applying to the machine whilst applying this? (Russ, you recommended this product, maybe you could supply some tips?). As far as I'm aware the car has never been detailed before or had any sort of paint renovation.
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Re: Machine polisher question

Post by Rick_RS4 » Fri Jan 06, 2012 10:21 pm

those dual action polishers are a pita, take ages to break the polish down, but a good start.

do a panel at a time, dab the compound over the panel, start slow and go for it,

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Re: Machine polisher question

Post by andre3k » Fri Jan 06, 2012 11:31 pm

V2 is actually a pretty good machine. Cruise control, more rpms, less power consumption and easier access to the brushes to name a few pros
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Re: Machine polisher question

Post by Reflect Russ » Sat Jan 07, 2012 12:32 pm

KernowPete wrote:Hi all, I've just become the proud (and slightly nervous) owner of a Meguiars G220v2 polisher. I've yet to use it and before I do I have a question - what's the best technique to use on the surfaces of the car that aren't flat? I'm thinking especially the creases such as the ones on the bonnet (B7 RS4), how do you manoeuvre the pad around these? Also, the polish I will be using is Scholl Concepts S17+ - what sort of downwards pressure should I be applying to the machine whilst applying this? (Russ, you recommended this product, maybe you could supply some tips?). As far as I'm aware the car has never been detailed before or had any sort of paint renovation.
Hi mate you want to be spreading the polish at click 3 on the machine and work it at number 4, after applying a fair amount of pressure for the first few passes crank it up to 5 with a little more pressure for correction....when you switch the machine off make sure its still on the panel , just so the pad doesnt fly off....as for S17+ you couldnt have chosen a better product, works quicker than any other polish with correction achievable in around 60-80 seconds with Rotary but expect a little longer with a DA....if you send me your email address i will forward the Scholl Guide on for you i have done for Scholl Concepts....

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Re: Machine polisher question

Post by P_G » Sat Jan 07, 2012 5:39 pm

S17+ quicker than Menzerna S100 Power Gloss?

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Re: Machine polisher question

Post by KernowPete » Sat Jan 07, 2012 10:15 pm

Reflect Russ wrote:...if you send me your email address i will forward the Scholl Guide on for you i have done for Scholl Concepts....
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Re: Machine polisher question

Post by KernowPete » Sun Jan 08, 2012 9:52 pm

Thanks for the email Russ - what pad(s) would you recommend using with S17+ bearing in mind my paintwork 'ain't too bad. I'm just looking to tidy up minor scratches, nothing too deep, and the odd bit of swirling. Also I want to bring out the shine where its gone a bit dull in places.
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Re: Machine polisher question

Post by Reflect Russ » Mon Jan 09, 2012 3:37 pm

A17+ works best with the Scholl Orange pads mate and not only can you correct with that you can also achieve a proper finish with it so no refining needed....follow the guide mate and let me know how you get on....

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