Foam Gun
CarPro PERL 2014 - 12oz
Chemical Guys V07 16 or 32oz
Chemical Guys Pete's 53 - 50% full
GTechniq C4 10mL
HD Metal - 90% full
Menzerna FG400 - up to 16oz
Optimum No Rinse with...
I find HD Adapt to be a great compound/polish. I know it's marketed to be "adapt"able to many different pads and cutting levels, overall I'd put it in a medium cut. It doesn't cut as...
I like OPC over D101. I know D101 is very economical but I find OPC to work better than it and Blackfire OPC. I mainly use it on tires and wheels and at times diluted heavily for the interior.
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I would say it's also important to understand the compound/polish you're using. For example a diminishing abrasives like Menzerna obviously becomes easy to wipe and if you don't work it long enough...
I only used it when taking new delivery. Most commonly on cars transported by rail or if you see obvious iron spots. It's a good product but definitely something that is more of a nicety on most...
I think the second coat about 30 minutes to an hour after makes it much cleaner. I do take an applicator though in the corners to avoid spraying paint I think spreading it evenly in those areas...