Menzerna PO106FF vs. conventional clearcoat?

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superstring

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Apologies if this question has been addressed before.



After reading the many enthusiastic user comments on Autopia, my interest has been piqued regarding Menzerna PO106FF/Blackfire SRC FP for use on my metallic black 98 Subaru. However when I visited the site where I was going to order it (the Blackfire version) from, I came across this:



Caution: Blackfire Scratch Resistant Clear Finishing Polish is for use on all newer scratch resistant clear coats. Do not use on pre-2005, conventional clear coats. If you're not sure about your 2005 or 2006 vehicle, check with your dealer to see if it came with a scratch resistant clear coat....
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Does anyone know what this is all about? Has anyone had a issue using either product on a "conventional" clearcoat?



Thanks. :wavey
 
It works fine on my 2004 clearcoat. It doesn't have to be ceramiclear or "scratch-resistant" or whatever, despite the caution.
 
Is Menzerna better than the Blackfire ? One is $20 more than the other. I was actually thinking about one of these .
 
Thanks for the replies, guys. I'm don't doubt your experience, but it makes me wonder, if PO106FF works well with all clearcoats, why bother with such a strong "caution"? :confused:
 
superstring said:
Thanks for the replies, guys. I'm don't doubt your experience, but it makes me wonder, if PO106FF works well with all clearcoats, why bother with such a strong "caution"? :confused:
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If I remember their Web site correctly later in the article they mention that now they are OK with it being used on older clearcoats (disclaimer: don't trust my word, go there are double-check).



You might want to check out their Blackfire SRC FP. Allegedly same thing as PO1066F with added lubricants. *EDIT" Or is it PO85RD3.01 with added lubricants?



In any case, whatever you get, do like you should with any polish you are using for a first time ever on certain car, do a test spot.
 
ZoranC said:
If I remember their Web site correctly later in the article they mention that now they are OK with it being used on older clearcoats (disclaimer: don't trust my word, go there are double-check).



You might want to check out their Blackfire SRC FP. Allegedly same thing as PO1066F with added lubricants. *EDIT" Or is it PO85RD3.01 with added lubricants?



In any case, whatever you get, do like you should with any polish you are using for a first time ever on certain car, do a test spot.
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What website are you referring to? The caution I'm referring to came from CarCareSmart in Vancouver re: the Blackfire polishes.
 
Again, CMA has clarified it's only a technicality to put that warning on the bottle. It works fine on older clearcoats.
 
ZoranC said:
One of Blackfire manufacturers, Classic Motoring Accessories. BLACKFIRE
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Ahh...CMA...thanks! Went there and found this which completely clarifies the situation for me :)



NOTE: When we first introduced this polish, we did not recommend it for conventional clear coats. A year has now passed and we have found that this polish works wonders on older clear coats, especially when applied with the Green, German Polishing Pad. We now whole heartedly recommend BLACKFIRE Scratch Resistant Clear Finishing Polish for use on all clear coat finishes.
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I would like to try the Menzerna PO106FF but can't seem to find the smaller size (16oz) bottle of it anywhere. Does anyone know where I can find the smaller size bottle or do I just need to get the Blackfire version? Mike...
 
SpoiledMan said:
Only way to get less than 32 ounces is to get the BF version.
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Sorry to hijack, but where might I be able to purchase a 32oz. bottle of Menzerna PO106FF? And, does the BF version even come in a size that large?
 
106ff is such a great polish, finishes beautifully. I've never encountered or had an expectation for it that was not fullfilled. Despite it's cost, I find myself reaching for it more and more.
 
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