[RedGT3]

I'm buying the following from Detailed Image. My car is jetblack and has some minor swirls marks. Is this a good starting kit?

Sheepskin Wash Mitt
Waffle Weave Drying Towel
MF towels

Porter Cable 7424
6" Backing Plate
6" Counter Weight
3x Orange Light Cutting Pads
3x White Polishing Pads
2x Black Finishing Pads
2x Blue Fine Finishing Pads
3x Snappy Clean Pad Cleaners


1.Fine Grade Clay Bar
2.Spray & Wipe (S&W) Manufacturer: Poorboy's World
3.Intensive Polish (IP) Manufacturer: Menzerna
4.Final Polish II (FPII)Manufacturer: Menzerna
5.EX-P Sealant Manufacturer: Poorboy's World
6.Natty's Blue Paste Wax Manufacturer: Poorboy's World

[haper]

Originally Posted by fll335

Is this a good starting kit?

looks good to me, don't forget the MF towels. and - if you have the cash - go w/ the flex orbital over the pc.

[Raja Ventureshield]

i just got myself the flex.
sweeeeeet.
yeah pick up some MicroFibers please.

Raja

[HPIA4v2]

Originally Posted by fll335

I'm buying the following from Detailed Image. My car is jetblack and has some minor swirls marks. Is this a good starting kit?

Sheepskin Wash Mitt
Waffle Weave Drying Towel

Porter Cable 7424
6" Backing Plate
6" Counter Weight
3x Orange Light Cutting Pads
3x White Polishing Pads
2x Black Finishing Pads
2x Blue Fine Finishing Pads
3x Snappy Clean Pad Cleaners


1.Fine Grade Clay Bar
2.Spray & Wipe (S&W) Manufacturer: Poorboy's World
3.Intensive Polish (IP) Manufacturer: Menzerna
4.Final Polish II (FPII)Manufacturer: Menzerna
5.EX-P Sealant Manufacturer: Poorboy's World
6.Natty's Blue Paste Wax Manufacturer: Poorboy's World

Thats' almost semi-pro kit

Not sure if expert agree, I'll go with 1066FF since it provides same gloss factor of 5 as FP but with more bite.
Not sure how good your paint is but 335(from your avatar) must be less that a year old so IP will be reserve for stubborn scratch.

[haper]

Originally Posted by HPIA4v2

I'll go with 1066FF since it provides same gloss factor of 5 as FP but with more bite.

for my 2001 330ci, i went w/ SIP (probably too much for a newer car like yours) and 106FF. the guy i purchased it from carried the complete menzerna line and recommended them after i told him my car's make and model. i know the 106FF is very popular with DIYs and pros. if you look at the bmw details posted on various sites you'll see the majority used 106FF.

[RedGT3]

Should I buy 106FF instead of IP? If I go with the 106FF do I need the FPII also?
BTW my car is jetblack one year old.

Thanks Guys.

[BK]

Originally Posted by fll335

Should I buy 106FF instead of IP? If I go with the 106FF do I need the FPII also?
BTW my car is jetblack one year old.

Thanks Guys.

Depends on the condition of your paint, but with a 1-yo car that's probably all you need. FWIW, I've used 106FF on my black E90 and I'm pleased with it.

[RedGT3]

OK this is what I'm getting ( look at the total $)

PO106ff Ceramic Clear Coat Polish - 16 oz
Discount applied! $24.29 X 1 $24.29
Polish and Protection Starter Kit
This item is not available for discount $79.99 X 1 $79.99
Porter Cable 7424 Starter Kit
This item is not available for discount $199.99 X 1 $199.99
Waffle Weave Drying Towel - 32" x 25"
Discount applied! $17.99 X 1 $17.99
PLUSS MF towels
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Sub-total: $322.26
Shipping: $12.76
Total: $335.02

THANKS GUYS

[HPIA4v2]

Originally Posted by BK

Depends on the condition of your paint, but with a 1-yo car that's probably all you need. FWIW, I've used 106FF on my black E90 and I'm pleased with it.

+1

my vote is to keep IP and swap the FP for PO106FF.
I wouldn't sweat it if you order things already since IP follow with FP will be dynamite as well (just a little more work since you do buffing then polish, I believe PO106FF is kinda both in one).

[SpecC]

with some microfiber towels and the DI starter kit, I think you're fine. The PC may not be the best thing in the world, but it's probably a good starter. I jumped straight to a rotary and it's fun, but I only think i'm using like 20% of the potential of it.

[Detailed Image]

I think you'll be quite pleased with the products you selected. I think the PO106FF is a nice upgrade to the Final Polish II and will finish your paint cleaner with a deeper finish. Be sure to keep us posted on how things turn out for you after you get a chance to use everything.

Thanks for your support, it's greatly appreciated!

George

[J-Sud]

1066FF and SIP for a more abrasive polish...IP isnt strong enough for some applications