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      09-14-2012, 04:39 PM   #1
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What pads to buy?

I have pretty heavy swirl marks on my black e90. Recently got a hold of a Porter Cable 7424XP and would like to detail my car, What pads and chemicals do I need to buy for it?

Preferably from http://www.604autocare.com/buffing-p...acking-plates/
because its local to me. Thanks!
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      09-14-2012, 07:51 PM   #2
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Orange>Blue>Black
Medium Cut>Polish>Finishing Polish

If the swirls are really bad you may need yellow.

As far as chemicals everyone has their opinions. I like Meguiars 105 and 205. Or Menzerna 106, 203, and PO85RD
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holy are the compounds expensive.
Do I need to get a 32OZ bottle or can I get away with 8oz bottle for my e90 sedan

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8oz is good enough. I've used menzerna power finish po203 on my black sapphire and it took many passes. Next time I would use M105 or the menzerna SIP(1500).
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did you get your supplies locally? like lordco?
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