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Old 12-25-2005, 07:18 PM
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I got the PC 7336 which is the 6" one. What pads & polishes should I get? This would mainly be for removing light scratches and applying my Zaino. Let me know if these are better than others or if you have any suggestions.

Sonus DAS pad kit
Sonus SFX kit

Also, do most people use the Sonus polishers and scratch removers, or some other brand?
Old 12-25-2005, 09:10 PM
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I use Griots to take out swirl and scratch marks, and then I use the Sonus sfx-3 final polish for that wet look. You will need to get the corresponding pads with each polish/wax you use. Congrats on the new PC and have fun.
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sonus pads are fine... i dont find a lot of diff between pads and i do like the sonus pads.

as for products, there are lots of great polishes. my preference for swirl removal on my black car is still good old 3m swirl remover... and thats my car in the ad! :

http://properautocare.com/3mperswirmar.html
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What should I use for blending a touch-up paint mark on my black S? It is probably an inch long anf the width of the touch up paint wide.
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Originally Posted by tino73,Dec 26 2005, 09:31 AM
What should I use for blending a touch-up paint mark on my black S? It is probably an inch long anf the width of the touch up paint wide.
some reading for you:

http://www.bettercarcare.com/articles.php?articleId=27

https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?act=S...=0#entry4696450

http://langka.com/
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Brother just got me a 7336sp as well.
After hours and hours of searches and reading on s2ki, went to Classic motoring and picked up Lake Country pads (orange white red) and Menzerna stuff (Shampoo, Final Polish II, Full Molecular Jacket, etc.).

Pics to follow! Wish me luck, first time with a PC.
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Originally Posted by AP2kyle,Dec 26 2005, 05:46 PM
Brother just got me a 7336sp as well.
After hours and hours of searches and reading on s2ki, went to Classic motoring and picked up Lake Country pads (orange white red) and Menzerna stuff (Shampoo, Final Polish II, Full Molecular Jacket, etc.).

Pics to follow! Wish me luck, first time with a PC.
I've been using FPII and FMJ from Menzerna for a few months now. I really like them a lot.
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I prefer the Sonus Pads over Lake Country. Overall they clean and last longer. Cutting ability is better with the sonus orange over the LC orange..

just my detailer's $.02
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It was a toss up for me between Sonus and Lake Country. I will probably try some Sonus pads next round.

Question though, I was looking at their DAS combo (pads and plate) and it comes with a 5" plate and 6" pads. I know my PC has a 6" counterweight in it, so its good for 6" stuff, would my PC still be ok to use with a 5" plate?
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Originally Posted by MikeyC,Dec 27 2005, 12:22 AM
I've been using FPII and FMJ from Menzerna for a few months now. I really like them a lot.
I have been using this stuff since the car was new. I would highly recommend as the results are second to none. IMO


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