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fireman03

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What is the most effective way to see the results when using these products? Does it make that big of difference If it is with rotary, orbital, or by hand? If it does what are the methods that you are using? Also, how do you know when you need SSR 3 instead of SSR2?
 
There is an old time answer for this...you try the least abbrasive product...use it correctly..and if it doesn't give you the results go to next abbrasive products...
jeff
 
fireman03,

Jeff's response to your question is the safest, and most recommended way. However, some people can look at a paint surface, and pretty much know the most abrasive product they need to start with............... and if one doesn't have that experience, they need to work there way up to more abrasive products, rather than work there way down with less abrasive products.

As for the applicatior manner, nothing can beat a rotary buffer when it comes to creating a clean, mirrored paint surface. Of course, it takes an experienced hand with a rotary to achieve those results safely. Having said that, an orbital buffer, with the correct pads, and products, can produce excellent results when used properly. As for hand polishing......... depending on the product, it can be done, but is a lot tougher, and the results will never be that of a rotary, but can match that of an orbital.
 
I agree with the Boss....experience can tell you that you need something more abrasive, but it's always safer to even take one step back to a lesser abrasive and then go back and use a more abrasive products if needed.:D
 
Has anyone noticed the SSR1 having a deeper shine over SSR2? I know its slicker than 2, but maybe its just my eyes.. LOL
 
Cujo31 said:
Has anyone noticed the SSR1 having a deeper shine over SSR2? I know its slicker than 2, but maybe its just my eyes.. LOL
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Yep, I agree completely. Right Boss?

Natty
 
I liked the feel of SSR1 a lot, but then I used Pro Polish over that and became disappointed becuase it lost the smoothness.
 
NattyBumppo said:


Yep, I agree completely. Right Boss?

Natty
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Natty, just ordered some SSR1 yesterday, so next weekend, I might get a chance to try it. However, based upon your findings, I'm certain that I will find that the SSR1 is the slickest/glossiest of Poorboys polishes. I'm interested in Tassadar's findings that the Pro Polish might tend to "knock down" some of the gloss/slickness of the SSR1. If that's the case, I might tend to use the PP more as a paint cleaner, and even use it prior to any of the SSR polishes, as I love the way the PP cleans. Any thoughts on that?

Cujo,

Natty really loved the gloss and slickness of the SSR1, when compared to the SSR2............... that's good enough for me. I'll be waiting for the Big Brown Truck everyday next week!
 
PP is a very intresting product, im not sure what to make of it. Its very oily, you can tell this the SECOND you start to apply it.

Im really not sure what to make of it, im not sure where it falls in the procedure of things either. Really its an intresting product, but I think SSR1 should be used after it.
 
I agree Tass, and I'm determined to keep it in the mix somewhere.......... just quite haven't figured out where yet? :confused:
 
Well I tried a section of hood using 2 different setups

Left:

1. SSR2 - terry
2. SSR1 - terry
3. PP - terry
4. PwC - foam
5. EX - PVC

Right:

1. SSR2 - terry
2. PP - terry
3. SSR1 - tery
5. PwC - foam
5. EX- PVC

I cant seem to find much of a difference, besides the right side feeling slightly smoother.
 
Could anyone Compare the Poorboys line of abrasiveness to meguiars products Im most fimilar with the Meg's line and am looking for something more powerfull then DACP.
 
Tassadar said:
Well I tried a section of hood using 2 different setups

Left:

1. SSR2 - terry
2. SSR1 - terry
3. PP - terry
4. PwC - foam
5. EX - PVC

Right:

1. SSR2 - terry
2. PP - terry
3. SSR1 - tery
5. PwC - foam
5. EX- PVC

I cant seem to find much of a difference, besides the right side feeling slightly smoother.
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Perhaps not in your final product you didn't feel a diff but I'd bet any amount of money that when you applied the PWC over the SSR1 the finish was a lot smoother and the PWC went on much easier than it does with the PP.

And if you were to apply EX over either PP or SSR1 as a final finish I've noticed the diff.

PP get use now as a paint cleaner for me. I'll use it prior to UPP or for a light duty SMR then follow with SSR1 for that slickness and gloss before my final finish.

Natty
 
I just got done with a Silver Lexus. I should have done SSR2 first, then SSR1, topped with EX because there were alot of scratches. But the particular package he wanted was only for 1 round of polish not swirl removing. Anyway, the look of SSR1 and EX on silver is VERY nice and wet looking.

Both applied via PC.

Cujo
 
Tassadar, very interesting findings/results with the Pro Polish vs. SSR1. In Steve's temporary absence, Natty if you would give us your analysis of the differences (ie. abrasives, gloss, etc.).

I currently have, and had planned to use, the Pro Polish and EX regime. What, if anything, will I be missing without the SSR1 product in the mix.
 
Mr. Clean said:
Tassadar, very interesting findings/results with the Pro Polish vs. SSR1. In Steve's temporary absence, Natty if you would give us your analysis of the differences (ie. abrasives, gloss, etc.).

I currently have, and had planned to use, the Pro Polish and EX regime. What, if anything, will I be missing without the SSR1 product in the mix.
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In my experience with the products and with EX as your final finish I would say use SSR1 after your PP for optimal gloss and wet look. For the best EX longevity use PP. The PP is really a much stronger cleaner / SMR than most people think. Worked properly it will get the job done way better than most first level SMRs that I've tried. It leaves a squeaky clean finish which is what makes it a great choice for things like UPP or even Klasse SG. SSR1 will leave a gloss, wet look finish that is very smooth and slick to touch. I like applying my final finish coats over a finish like that more so than a squeaky clean type finish. Something about having the foan app just gliding over the paint while applying product that gives me the warm and fuzzy feeling.

Natty
 
I am definately with Natty here. I liked the way the EX felt when it was being applied with PP before SSR1.

PP is a weird product, useful, but weird.
 
NattyBumppo said:

PP get use now as a paint cleaner for me. I'll use it prior to UPP or for a light duty SMR then follow with SSR1 for that slickness and gloss before my final finish.

Natty
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Yep, that's about where I find PP in the mix!
 
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