Sonus SFX Polishes, V2.0

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Bobby G

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July, 2005 -- San Diego, CA -- Sonus USA is please to announce the immediate availability of all-new SFX Polishes, the latest in a series of new paint care products for car enthusiasts.



Our original SFX polishes were developed and manufactured by a small German car care manufacturer. We brought the development of all polishing products in-house, and contracted the blending to a US-based chemical manufacturer. Our new SFX polishes are a significant improvement for car enthusiasts working by hand or dual-action polisher.



• Fast-acting, low dusting, low sling

• Work longer... polish off easier!

• No silicones or fillers (what you see is what you get!)

• Formulated for dual-action polishers

• Pleasing tropical fragrances

• "Flask" style bottle fits in back pocket or apron

• Environmentally-friendly and VOC compliant



One of the many feedback points we received on the original SFX polishes was that they dried out too quickly and generated too much dust. We solved this problem by using the highest quality solvents (less than 15%) and a new lubricating agent that is unique to our polish formula.



We also responded to our customer’s desire to have pleasing fragrances. The new polishes are scented in banana, coconut, and Pina Colada.



Each polish is perfectly matched to the Sonus SFX foam pad line. In our testing, SFX-1 Restore Polish, combined with the SFX-1 4� Spot Pad and a dual-action polisher effectively, removes scratches, severe paint etching and heavy swirl marks that previously required a rotary buffer. SFX-2 Enhance Polish is optimized to restore full gloss and reduce swirl marks, whereas SFX-3 adds a jewel-like finish to paint in perfect condition.



To allow enthusiasts to experience the superior performance of the new SFX polishes, Sonus is offering free samples through any of our authorized resellers. To receive your free sample, simply use the coupon code “SONUSSAMPLES� and the $9.95 price of a single bottle of polish (limit 1) will be removed from your purchase. This offer is good through 31 July, 2005.
 
David



Some people have reported difficulties in using the original SFX polishes but I always found them very easy to use (with SFX pads), any thoughts on why or how this could be
 
Lowejackson said:
David



Some people have reported difficulties in using the original SFX polishes but I always found them very easy to use (with SFX pads), any thoughts on why or how this could be
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The original polishes seems to be very touchy about climate conditions and pad priming. I found that if the pad was properly primed they worked quite well. These polishes also worked best with a rotary.



In the development of the new polishes, we paid close attention to lubrication and the demanding requirements of a DA polish. The DA does things to a polish that are not experienced by hand or rotary. Finding a solution for good lubrication was the key. It is still necessary to prime the pad.



The new SFX polishes also clean up much easier. In most cases, I can rinse my pads in cold water and get them to wash out clean.
 
Hi David,



I was curious, since i have a lot of the old sfx-2 left (and love it by the way), it is still a "what i see is what i get" polish free of oils etc. correct?



also, i have never primed the pad before. how do you suggest to do that?



thanks

troy
 
hadboosttroy said:
Hi David,



I was curious, since i have a lot of the old sfx-2 left (and love it by the way), it is still a "what i see is what i get" polish free of oils etc. correct?



also, i have never primed the pad before. how do you suggest to do that?



thanks

troy
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Troy,



Yes, the original SFX polishes are also WYSIWYG. The big differences are workability (the new polish can be worked much longer without drying out), ease of film removal and fragrance.



Most detailing sprays make a good pad primer. Sonus will be releasing a Paint Prep and Pad Conditioner next month for this purpose.



If you are still having success wih the original, there is no reason to trade up. However, for the cost of shipping, you can have a free sample.



db
 
Very Nice offer, thanks :)



I think David hinted a few weeks ago what might be coming our way with the paint prep and pad conditioner :)
 
scottabir said:
I know I just read that these were made for the D/A machines but are they ok to use with a rotary?
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Yes, they work fine with a rotary. The polishes contain aluminum oxide abrasives, which need heat to break down.



The "designed for DA" has more to do with figuring out how to make the polish remain wet (lubricated) long enough for it to be worked by a DA. The back and forth nature of the DA is hard on both pad and polish.
 
JBM said:
Quick question, what is the relative cleaning ability of the new SFX polishes ?
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Zero chemical cleaning. They (SFX) are a pure polishes. Our chemical cleaner/polish is Sonus Paintwork Cleanser, which has the same chemical cleaning ability as KAIO and the same polishing ability as SFX-3 Final Finish.
 
Not only do I like improved products (at least they're not new and improved--a bit of a paradox, no?), but I like products with an attention to the environment. Sure, I drive a car that requires Premium fuel, and I drive it hard; I also drive an ambulance which I let idle. But, given the choice between a (more) environmentally friendly company/product and one not-so, the choice is clear.



Thanks David et al) for working to get these products "mainstreamed".
 
Well, if shipping wasn't 16 dollars US, I'd spring for it, but I can't justify that. :( Oh, plus, I don't have a credit card number anyways. :( :( :( :cry: :cry: :cry:
 
I have one each of the old product, haven't used any of them yet. Do you have any tips for using them with the Cyclo? Would the pads need to be primed for that particular machine?



OTHER THAN EASE OF USE, is there any difference in the end result?





Tom
 
Tom,



The Cyclo is nothing more than a pair of low speed rotary polishing heads. The original SFX polishes work very well with a rotary and the 4" spot pads. You will find the SFX pads and polishes very well matched.



I do recommend priming the pads with detail spray prior to first use. You may also use the detailing spray to aid in wiping off the polish residue.



To remove defects with the Cyclo, remove one of the polishing heads and use the SFX-1 pad and polish. Restore full gloss with the SFX-2 pad and polish.



db
 
I typically use 4" spot pads for all of my polishing as I find them more convenient and effective. But I have never really prepped the pad with anything. What are the benefits of doing so? Less gumming up on the pad? Less dust?



- J
 
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