Compound you recommend?

[xxnonamexx]

I used to use Malco products but I am now looking for different products so I placed an order on numerous products except I still love Malco complete non acid cleaner for tires and rims. As well as some of their glass, interior cleaners, carpet cleaner. I ordered the Griots 3" as you recommended to apply wax which I love Collinite 915 along with Klasse sealant. I ordered the Poor boys tire bright with the DP sample to try for the tire shine as well as Turtle Waxes tire kit. The nanoscrub system I ordered to try it out with the hand applicator until I order the Griots 6". Most importantly I ordered your book. My question is what are good compounds that you recommend? Thanks

[FUNX650]

Since I'm not Mike Phillips:
There'll be no compound recommendation forthcoming.

However:
Barberton, OH sends their regards.


Bob

[xxnonamexx]

ok I guess

[Paul A.]

Megs 105 or Menzerna FG400. I am migrating away from the former and using much more of the latter although they are both excellent compounds ime.

[Desertnate]

I've used Meguiars Ultimate Compound and Blackfire SRC Compound with good success.

[Scott@IncrediblyDetailed]

Meguiars M105 is a great compound that will need a finish polish after. I believe it uses SMAT (super micro abrasive technology).

There are DAT (Diminishing abrasive products) that cut like a compound and finish like a finishing polish. An example would be uber compound or menz fg400.

What kind of vehicle are you working on and what color?

[builthatch]

However:
Barberton, OH sends their regards.


Bob

hahahaha, specifically, the Fairview Avenue crew.

[DaveT435]

I've used several 105, 101, fixer, UC, Optimum Hyper Compound and Menzerna FG400. Out of those when heavier cut is needed I prefer FG 400. When I don't need as much cut Optimum. UC isn't bad either if you don't need a heavy cut.

[builthatch]

HYPER COMPOUND

pad dependent, no dust, works forever, finishes GREAT...love it.

just gotta switch it to squeeze bottles though imo because unless you are using it every day, that sprayer sucks. well, it sucks anyway but i think it might be able to be salvaged if you are using it more frequently. dunno.

[Lowejackson]

Love the Optimum Hyper Compound but think the spray head is far less impressive. The downside of the Optimum is it lacks some of the cut of 105 but is far nicer to work with. I have not tried the traditional Optimum Compound but could be a very good alternative to some of the more popular products.

I guess the compound I like more than any other I have tried is the Megs 101. Its ability to finish down is simply impressive plus it has a long work time (if required) and very low levels of dusting. M101 can also be used as a medium polish and it still works very well. The Menzerna FG400 seems to be highly regarded but I have not tried it