The Aggressiveness Order of SMAT Products - This might surprise you!

[cleanCXS]

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hmm...what's the difference?

[Michael Stoops]

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hmm...what's the difference?

What's the difference between.....???

If you're referring to "non-abrasive" and "contains no abrasives" we've already talked about that, but maybe this will clear it up:

"Contains no abrasives" would indicate that the product literally contains no abrasive particles and therefore either cleans the paint chemically (Deep Crystal Paint Cleaner functioned this way, primarily) or does not clean the paint at all (Deep Crystal Polish, for example).

"Non-abrasive", specifically in the case of SwirlX, refers to the fact the abrasives in the product are very specialized and will not scratch, mar, haze or otherwise have a negative impact on the appearance of the finish. To the general consumer (ie, folks who aren't as Car Crazy as MOL members) the word "abrasive" carries a negative connotation - they see that word and immediately think it's going to hurt the paint.

[Desmo888]

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This is excellent!

It would be nice to get more information like this.

[Hemin8r]

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This is all great information. Thanks for sharing!

[FRS]

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This is one of the most informative treads I've read on this forum.

A lot of essential info ..

[EPHIOS]

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So, SwirlX will be considered as a cut of "4"? Or will it be pretty close to M205?

[Shawn T.]

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So, SwirlX will be considered as a cut of "4"? Or will it be pretty close to M205?

It's close to 205 but a little stronger.

[rraelyn07]

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Thanks for sharing Mike

[Shootist]

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Thanks for the picture, Mike! I keep it on my iPhone for reference as I have a variety of pro and consumer products.

[Alfisti]

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My bad. Wrong thread.

[harly100]

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love this thread and forum,what more can a noob ask for. thanks mike

[Amvalai]

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About the Swirl X, just wanna ask which pad is the best to use to remove swirls? Is it the red or yellow pad? Im currently using the DAPS.

[Murr1525]

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With the Power System, red would be fine. Although Ult Compound and the red pad may make the job easier, esp if your paint isnt soft.

Usually would want yellow with a full sized DA.

[davey g-force]

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About the Swirl X, just wanna ask which pad is the best to use to remove swirls? Is it the red or yellow pad? Im currently using the DAPS.

If you have both, try the least agressive method first (i.e. the yellow pad) on a test spot and see if that does the job.

If not, step up to the red.

[jdavis92]

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All things being equal...where would White Wax slot in?