Optimum/Menzerna

I've been using op/oc and have been getting good results,I 'm thinking about trying menzerna. My question is,will there really be a noticeable differance?I think I know what everyone is going to say but I just thought I'd ask anyways.

 

I have used both lines and in opinion the Menzerna wins hands down!!!!!

 

Menzerna does give better results.

 

What he said!

 

The thing for me with Menz vs. OC and even OHC, is that Menz has a quicker working time by breaking down quicker. Now, there are times when you need some extra working time and Optimum is perfect for that. But, honestly, when doing paid details, I'd rather have something that works better quicker than the other way around. I've tried OC or OHC on a test panel and just didn't get what I was looking for. Fired up the Menz IP, and, bam, now that's what I'm talking about!!!

 

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Thanks guys, I'll be ordering some SIP & PO106FF soon.:thumb:

 

Optimum doesn't have the guts IMO
Sure it has a longer working time but it will give you a bright finish on reds and dark colours whereas menzerna gives far more wetness and darkening richness and you can still work it for up to four and a half minutes

Best used on BMW's as their paint loves menzerna and will spread for longer on there than japanese paint

Some Japanese cars have paint that hates 106FF (dries up and won't spread)

 

:nod: I would agree with everything that is being said here...Dream Machine I 100% agree with you with your statement about Menzerna and some Japanese vehicles? I've noticed that too and Clark from Polished Bliss UK has noticed that as well, really strange but glad I'm not the only one that noticed it...but to be honest I ignored it the first few times Menzerna was acting up on me. But then I started reading that I wasent the only one that has had this happen to.

 

Menzerna is tops... I would highly suggest you have a backup polish in your possesion that you know how to use well.. why, well Menzerna can act up at times due to ambient weather conditions and you will be cursing the gods if that is all you have!

 

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Optimum doesn't have hissy fits like Menzerna does. Compounds are compounds. Choose one that works best for you. Optimum was designed not to dust and have long work times. They are also pad dependant, so choosing the right pad with the product is essential. Optimum polish is very easy to work and the results are nice. The Menzerna final polishes are hard to beat though. Again, these products are designed for rotary usage and won't be as effective or user friendly with DAs.

 

Thanks for all the responces,I guess having some menzerna on my van would be a good idea, when and if it acts up I'll have Optimum as well. I also have System one and some CG polishes you never know what you'll need.

Thanks again

 

I would go with 3M over opt., with 3M and menzerna you should be covered.

 

:nod: I agree, I've got this combo and I'm enjoying it :thumb:

 

I have to admit that the only 3M product I've used is the foam pad glaze (for dark colored cars)
and a compound ( don't remember witch one) So what's the 3M combo these days?

 

I would get the extra cut and ultrafina.

 

I'd keep Optimum for helping with spreading with certain finicky polishes/compounds. Also VERY useful if you are polishing in straight sun & difficult conditions.

 

Not much on the market compares to Menzerna. Especially there ceramic line. But optimum is a close second.