total most idiot proof paint correction and polish?

I am new to DA polishing. I think I have to do it because I have inured my arm-no lie- so hand polishing is out.

What is your best recommendation for the most idiot proof procedure to paint correct and then polish?

I have heard some say that the new microfiber pads are best/safest and only require two steps, a correction and a polish to achieve good results. (And I assume a paint protection after that)

 

Welcome to Detailing Bliss!!

Yes, 2 steps is really all that is needed to product excellent results as long as you are working by machine! Meg's Microfiber pads work superb for correction and are highly recommended by most. Just concentrate on keeping them clean by either using a stiff brush or with compressed air. The cleaner they stay, the better correction you will get and the better finish will be achieved. Then, either black or blue 5 inch flat foam pads (Buff & Shine) will finish things off to perfection.

I like several different products to get things done:
HD CUT, M100 & D300 for easy to use compounds.
HD Polish, M205 & Menzerna SF4000 for final polishes

 

thanks so much.
but, who's black or blue. I am still trying to figure all t his out but it seems that each mfr has a different color code for their pads. I guess I could take anyone's final finishing extra soft foam buff pad? So far I have seen "final pads" in green, black and white and I am sure their are others.

 

Correct, each manufacturer color codes their pads differently (Lake Country/Buff & Shine) and it can be a little confusing at times. Here are my favorite foam pads:

http://www.detailersdomain.com/55-Inch_c_136.html

http://www.3dproducts.com/11/?pt=shop

 

ah. Thank you very much.

 

I think that you need to post pictures of the paint. M105 and m205 are super polishes. 205 is really easy polish to use. I also have good success with the menzerna line.

As far as a first time DA user. It takes time to get the hang of it. Don't tackle the whole car Ina day. It will be a very long day.

Once you get used to it the process speeds up quite a bit.

 

OK. How does one post pics? And is there a max. size? Not hing happens when I drag them into a post.

 

OK, I attempted to create an album titled "pine sap".
There are pics of the paint.

 

I would join a free picture hosting site like Photobucket.com

You basically upload the pics from your computer to their site. You can group them how you wish in sub-groups of whatever. Then, you basically copy and past each of the picture's link to the forum. It posts automatically for you.