Reddit reviews Meguiar's DMC6 DA 6" Microfiber Cutting Disc, 2 Pack

Sure! So I used what I had on hand, which is entirely overkill for this application:

• Harbor Freight dual action polisher
  
  
• Meguiar's microfiber cutting pad
  
  
• Barkeepers Friend
  
  Get the pad wet, generously sprinkle on the Barkeepers Friend, mush it around so it becomes paste-y, set your polisher on low speed, and spread it all over the affected area. Then ramp up the speed to polish it out. Follow your instinct, spend more time on areas that need it, and try not to leave it in one place too long. It's less of an issue on enamel-coated iron, but heat can build up quickly, soften the paint, and cause damage.
  
  But you don't need a special polisher or expensive cutting pads.
  
  Something like this in your (prefereably corded) drill would probably work well enough.
  
  Or a cheap polisher like this and the cotton polishing bonnet it comes with would work well too.

Should I use the 105 or 205 with the microfiber pad? This is the one I have: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005JPJNO0

And this is the "polishing disk" I have. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PYCXMUE Is this the correct pad for the 205?

I finally stopped being lazy and fully read the 101 guide from the sidebar instead of skimming over it like I did last time. I think I understand now.

From my understanding and from these two charts: One. Two.

During the Polishing phase:

• Unless the paint/top coat is pretty badly damaged, I won't need to use a course/compounding agent on the polisher or a cutting pad.
  
  
• I can use a finishing pad on the polisher and something like the Motenza Power Lock that you mention every 6 months or so and apply the wax or some other kind of sealant to keep the paint protected.
  
  And I can just wash and use the quick detailer as needed in between to maintain?
  
  Also just noticed you're close to Dallas, I'm moving to the Houston area in the middle of this year for work!

http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-DMC6-Microfiber-Cutting-Disc/dp/B005JPJNO0

Would this be a good separate polisher pad? I just got my orange pad today.

The M205 is the polishing liquid.

Don't bother waxing. I would get something like Gtechniq C2v3 or Opti Seal as a sealant instead. Easier application and more durable than a wax.

Get some Optimum No-Rinse while you're at it and some detailing clay too (you can use the no-rinse to wash, and use it as a clay lube) You should probably clay your car before polishing anyway :)

Definitely get the Microfiber cutting pads https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-DMC6-Microfiber-Cutting-Disc/dp/B005JPJNO0/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1482853664&sr=1-1&keywords=meguires+microfiber+cutting+pad

I got mine off of Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-Microfiber-Cutting-Disc-Correction/dp/B005JPJNO0/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1540510549&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=meguiars+of+cutting+pad&dpPl=1&dpID=51RBYBs5%2B-L&ref=plSrch


They have Xtra cut pads which are the same but are not as thick https://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-DMX6-DA-Microfiber/dp/B00H5DOJIO/ref=mp_s_a_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1540510650&sr=8-13&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=meguiars+of+cutting+pad

Do I only need one type of pad then? Just the Meg's 5.5" microfiber pads? I found these: http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-DMC6-Microfiber-Cutting-Disc/dp/B005JPJNO0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1396544993&sr=8-1&keywords=6%22+microfiber+cutting+pad

Is there a polishing pad equivalent?