My technique concerning the 3401, Menzerna products, and Hybrid pads

[Mike@DedicatedPerfection]

I must say, the more I use Menz products with this technique the more I love it. Just wanted to say thanks again Mike for the tips and write up!

Sure thing! Thanks for chiming in with your results!

[Lanceb028]

Great write up, just got some FG-400 and SF-4000 before applying CQUK for some spring cleaning. Last go around polishing my Altima used the wrong pad and marred up the paing but with this last NY winter wouldnt have made a difference anyway! lol

keep up the great work Smack

[281]

Great write up, just got some FG-400 and SF-4000 before applying CQUK for some spring cleaning. Last go around polishing my Altima used the wrong pad and marred up the paing but with this last NY winter wouldnt have made a difference anyway! lol

keep up the great work Smack

I'd recommend a double Eraser wipedown before applying CQUK since you're polishing with Menz...

[Lanceb028]

I'd recommend a double Eraser wipedown before applying CQUK since you're polishing with Menz...

thanks for the info. Appreciate it!

[Mike@DedicatedPerfection]

Great write up, just got some FG-400 and SF-4000 before applying CQUK for some spring cleaning. Last go around polishing my Altima used the wrong pad and marred up the paing but with this last NY winter wouldnt have made a difference anyway! lol

keep up the great work Smack

Thank you sir! Let me know how your two step correction works out.

[Tato]

I may have posted 5-6 times on this thread supporting this technique,

I just cannot stress enough how much your teachings regarding Flex 3401, LC Hybrid pads and Menzerna polishes added to my detailing skills.

Here's what I was doing today, using Smack's Technique:
Before:


During:


After:



Process consisted of Flex 3401, 4" Backing plate and 5" LC Hybrid WHITE pad, Menzerna SF4000 using speed 5, your priming / passes / ease on pressure on few last passes technique.

Personally paint looks much better than on pictures, I couldn't keep from bragging myself to everyone around on what I've done on only one step, using a finishing polish.

Thanks^2!

Kind Regards.

[Mike@DedicatedPerfection]

Looking good Rafael!!! Glad it continually works out for you.

BTW, have you heard back from the Menzerna rep?

[Tato]

Dear,

What I most like on this technique is the ability do 'Dial in' a test spot which gives an answer showing an 1-step correction/finishing process.

It's very straightforward since back with other tools / products I always needed 2 - 3 different steps to get results like shown above.

Generally, problem was not the correction, but the finishing ability. This process worked for me correcting the flaws while leaving the perfect finish.


About Menz. Rep:
Unfortunately, not yet. I don't think he lost interest, it's just his way.

The last time we talked (before his visit) he hasn't contacted me in a while, then called a day before saying he was going to visit me.

Also, he covers many areas around here, and my place actually is the minor part of his market, he's just starting on my city.

That said, I'm pretty sure more is to come, and he'll not forget seeing the products he represent being used in such a perfect manner.

I'll keep you updated as soon as I have some news.

Thank you mate,

Kind Regards.

[Newdetailer1]

I've always be a fan of menzerna products along with lake country pads, but I've always used the ccs and flat pads. While I feel I've achieved good results with this I've recently been looking to get more out of my flex 3401. I was considering even going rotary...I know the rotary is king, but I have a lot of practice to do before I'm ready for the rotary. With all that I've decided to purchase a bunch or hybrid pads based off this thread and its creditable people posting. Thanks for helping take my flex to the next level.

[kjn]

Don't know if this was asked but how much dime size compound/polish do you put after priming?