AutoGeek Comparative Polish & Compound Chart

[Michael Stoops]

Re: AutoGeek Comparative Polish & Compound Chart

The problem with putting a scale on a group of consumer products is that the average consumer (ie, the non-enthusiast) will basically fall into two camps - those who will just grab the most aggressive thing they can find no matter how minor the issue, and those who would be terrified of anything that will "take off my clear coat". That last quote being a very common concern heard in our call center.

It really is far easier for the non-enthusiast to select a product based on the issue their facing - got swirls, select SwirlX; got scratches, select ScratchX 2.0, etc.

[BarryK]

Re: AutoGeek Comparative Polish & Compound Chart

The problem with putting a scale on a group of consumer products is that the average consumer (ie, the non-enthusiast) will basically fall into two camps - those who will just grab the most aggressive thing they can find no matter how minor the issue, and those who would be terrified of anything that will "take off my clear coat". That last quote being a very common concern heard in our call center.

It really is far easier for the non-enthusiast to select a product based on the issue their facing - got swirls, select SwirlX; got scratches, select ScratchX 2.0, etc.

That's a VERY valid point n regards to the consumer line and something i'd agree with completely.
a non-professional or non-enthusiast person who is just trying to remove a flaw on their vehicle (swirls, scratches, etc) doesn't know or understand the real differences and they really don't want to. all they want to know is what is the best product for them to use in THEIR situation. The easier and less confusing for the general consumer the better.

SwirlX = takes away swirls
ScratchX = takes away scratches
etc

putting a number on there just confuses the issue

[Bunky]

Re: AutoGeek Comparative Polish & Compound Chart

I think someone from Meg's would provide feedback to AG if they question the listing.

[the_invisible]

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I think I am seeing some changes on Autogeek's chart of product aggressiveness.

Someone from Autogeek must have read this post. Could it be Mr. Phillips????

[rusty bumper]

Re: AutoGeek Comparative Polish & Compound Chart

I see that ScratchX 2.0 is rated along with D151 @ "4" on the abrasive scale. I thought that SX 2.0 was rated much higher than a "4".

[tguil]

Re: AutoGeek Comparative Polish & Compound Chart

To keep it simple -- I stay within one product line and use it according to what is suggested by that particular company. For most of my "detailing life", that company has been Meguiar's. Makes sense to me.

Tom

[Mike Phillips]

Re: AutoGeek Comparative Polish & Compound Chart

I wonder if they consulted Mike Phillips about this chart? I'd love to see him drop into MOL and kind of clear the air...or maybe Mike Stoops can get some additional info?

This was put together before I arrived but I'm going to work on it today. It's meant as a general reference to give people an idea of how aggressive different products are, not a definitive comparison. For years people have asked Meguiar's for a comparative chart for all their abrasive products and it's never been produced because it's more complicated than simply listing products in order by their aggressiveness because of all the variables involved.

Besides that, most people really only need one or two products to tackle whatever project it is they're working on, so evaluating every product on the market is over-complicating something that should be quite simple, that is, if you're unsure as to what to use to remove the defects out of the car in your garage that you're working on, then simply post a question asking for product recommendations for the specific task at hand instead of digesting an entire chart of products. If you already have some products to work with then list those and someone will reply and let you know if what you have is what you need and if not then again they will recommend or suggest a product or two that will get the job done.

KISS = Keep it Simple Simon

I think someone from Meg's would provide feedback to AG if they question the listing.

We have a great working relationship and we're going to tweak this chart a little today.

I think I am seeing some changes on Autogeek's chart of product aggressiveness.

Someone from Autogeek must have read this post. Could it be Mr. Phillips????

I read it last Friday, and again this morning. I'm going to work with Jason and we'll tweak the chart to make it more accurate but again, a chart like this is a general indicator and the purpose of a discussion forum is to ask and get more refined and specific product recommendations that match to the task at hand, the skill level of the person doing the job and the method of application.

[thejazzguy]

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Great to see you back on MOL Mike! Glad to see that you made it safely to Florida! All the best