Best Compounds For Polishing Your Car's Paint! The Ultimate Guide To Perfect Car Paint (Part 1)

Best Compounds For Polishing Your Car’s Paint Revealed! The Ultimate Guide To Perfect Car Paint (Part 1). Unlock the secrets to achieving a flawless, mirror-like finish on your car's paint in my latest video! I have curated a list of the best car paint polishing compounds that will give your vehicle the luster it deserves.
In this comprehensive guide, I’ll present the top polishing compounds trusted by car enthusiasts and professionals alike. From removing swirl marks and deep scratches to restoring faded and oxidized paint, I have got you covered.
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🇺🇸 For people in USA:
Meguiar’s DA Correction Compound: amzn.to/40fV7qd
Griot’s Garage BOSS Correcting Cream: amzn.to/466QvUZ
The Last Cut+: bit.ly/40dX9Hy
Jescar Heavy Cut Compound: amzn.to/3QjJOJe
Rupes DA Coarse compound: bit.ly/404ehj2
Sonax CutMax: bit.ly/3Q90LpC
CarPro Ultracut: bit.ly/3sgFLVS
Koch Chemie Heavy Cut H9.02: bit.ly/49fuiqw
3D ACA 500 Xtra Cut Compound: amzn.to/49eNULd
🇨🇦 For people in Canada:
Meguiar’s DA Correction Compound: bit.ly/3xT7fQS
Griot’s Garage BOSS Correcting Cream: bit.ly/3tSqxH8
The Last Cut+: bit.ly/46QH257
Jescar Heavy Cut Compound: bit.ly/474E7Gl
Rupes DA Coarse compound: bit.ly/3EU8Vxz
Sonax CutMax: bit.ly/45OPdOc
CarPro Ultracut: bit.ly/46QLGQv
Koch Chemie Heavy Cut H9.02: bit.ly/40nCiBB
3D ACA 500 Xtra Cut Compound: bit.ly/49gFC5u
🇬🇧 For people in the UK:
Meguiar’s DA Correction Compound: amzn.to/47aGCX3
Griot’s Garage BOSS Correcting Cream: amzn.to/3skQxdL
Jescar Heavy Cut Compound: bit.ly/3Mn5Klz
Rupes DA Coarse compound: bit.ly/3saIu3k
Sonax CutMax: bit.ly/3saFDaA
CarPro Ultracut: bit.ly/3QCzgX2
Koch Chemie Heavy Cut H9.02: bit.ly/3QB4A8h
3D ACA 500 Xtra Cut Compound: bit.ly/3QLAXBD
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[@PanTheOrganizer]

⬇🔶 LINKS TO PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO ⬇⬇ 🇺🇸 For people in USA: Meguiar’s DA Correction Compound: amzn.to/40fV7qd Griot’s Garage BOSS Correcting Cream: amzn.to/466QvUZ The Last Cut+: bit.ly/40dX9Hy Jescar Heavy Cut Compound: amzn.to/3QjJOJe Rupes DA Coarse compound: bit.ly/404ehj2 Sonax CutMax: bit.ly/3Q90LpC CarPro Ultracut: bit.ly/3sgFLVS Koch Chemie Heavy Cut H9.02: bit.ly/49fuiqw 3D ACA 500 Xtra Cut Compound: amzn.to/49eNULd 🇨🇦 For people in Canada: Meguiar’s DA Correction Compound: bit.ly/3xT7fQS Griot’s Garage BOSS Correcting Cream: bit.ly/3tSqxH8 The Last Cut+: bit.ly/46QH257 Jescar Heavy Cut Compound: bit.ly/474E7Gl Rupes DA Coarse compound: bit.ly/3EU8Vxz Sonax CutMax: bit.ly/45OPdOc CarPro Ultracut: bit.ly/46QLGQv Koch Chemie Heavy Cut H9.02: bit.ly/40nCiBB 3D ACA 500 Xtra Cut Compound: bit.ly/49gFC5u 🇬🇧 For people in the UK: Meguiar’s DA Correction Compound: amzn.to/47aGCX3 Griot’s Garage BOSS Correcting Cream: amzn.to/3skQxdL Jescar Heavy Cut Compound: bit.ly/3Mn5Klz Rupes DA Coarse compound: bit.ly/3saIu3k Sonax CutMax: bit.ly/3saFDaA CarPro Ultracut: bit.ly/3QCzgX2 Koch Chemie Heavy Cut H9.02: bit.ly/3QB4A8h 3D ACA 500 Xtra Cut Compound: bit.ly/3QLAXBD 🇫🇷 For people in France: c3po.link/QCWWjkv74R Watch more of my videos below: ✅ Paint polishing tutorial for beginners: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs ✅ Machines, pads, polishing compounds, techniques: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGqudaOBgtJ0n5I ✅ How to clean polishing pads: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3inl4WgmLWUjpY

[@ethanblan435]

I really like how simple the whole diy gold standard system is, especially for someone like me who doesn’t have a ton of polishing experience.

[@azimpetra]

everything about DIY Detail is nice. I like the multi-functional aspect of it.

[@mtnmann72]

It’s my new go to for almost everything.

[@holelee7834]

DiyD GSP is my go to for 2 or 3 step on a modern car / paint. For other situations I have a couple products on Pan's counter as you should have an arsenal handy. My favorite aspects aside from the results is insane working time, efficiency, lack of sling mess, trim stain and fairly easy removal. The fact that you just change pads / machine and continue through the steps only spraying more GSP, wipe off once is really awesome. No need to wipe off each step, reprime a new step pad, etc. That being said it is also machine + pad dependent and that means you gotta buy more tool. They are typically making those ultra fast results using their 21..25mm orbital and the flex rotary, which is not something the average weekend warrior is going to have. I'm still using a big 🥣 to wash pads instead of the lc4000. You will be there a lot longer with regular 8mm gear if anything more than light correction is needed. Once I invested in the tools I started seeing the efficiency and crazy gloss. Polishing for me is now therapeutic as applying wax as everything is no pressure and just gliding the machine around for like 2-3 passes.

[@ethanblan435]

@@holelee7834 yeah I have an 8mm right now. I use it for paint enhancements/coating prep, not necessarily correction. I will probably pick up their 25mm machine when it becomes available

[@thesamsquatch5224]

Absolutely agreed, its very simple but excellent results

[@redclover51]

I'm a weekend warrior since the 1970s and have tried many products. The most recent was the 3D 1 hybrid on a well cared for 20 year old paint with some cob web effect. It was a very satisfying experience, and I received positive comments from two professionals. I'm looking forward to the next PTO video installment.

[@indyrock8148]

I was using the 3D 500 yesterday in full sun on a black car to hand rubb off excess scratch sealant. Lubricity and working time was excellent. Clean up as well.

[@albertvelez6386]

I recently used Scholls Concept S20 and followed it with their W6 sealant. So far so good, it's been 2 months. I enjoy the Ultracut and the H9 using either a microfiber or wool pads. Enjoying your channel and continue educating us weekend warriors on product review.

[@user-on8cl1ig5d]

Thank you Pan for doing this review. I had been using Adam’s compounds since I started paint correcting and ceramic 2 years ago had worked quite well for me but in last couple months had run into a couple gm blacks with super soft clear. So I did some research and got me several different pad and compound combinations to have and try and several of them were on your video. Look so forward to all your videos but definitely the ones on compounds etc.

[@francoisroux4989]

Thank you Pan. You are helping us a lot as usual. You keep it simple the way I like. I'm only a week end warrior with not a lot of experience in polishing. I'm learning slowly practicing on my cars. I did learn very much on tools, techniques & products following your channel. Keep it up this way!! Well done and many thanks!!!

[@jimprovax6846]

Always enjoy your content. Compounds and polishes have come a long way. Thanks for bringing us this production. Can’t wait for part two. Enjoy your weekend!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for watching!

[@grandfinish2364]

Jescar correcting compound has provided consistent results without a lot of hazing. But now you’ve given me others to try. 😅

[@Flatfourdetailing]

I really like how PAn not only gives us great info on each product but also encourages us to do us and try what works for us. Thanks Pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You bet!! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 952,000 subscribers and we have over 127 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@Flatfourdetailing]

@@PanTheOrganizer been following you for 2 years now!

[@CoolPilot]

I've always gotten great results with 3D One Hybrid coumpound and polish. A 2-in-1 depending on the pad you're using! It delivers an exceptional high gloss finish 👌

[@peterchang7646]

I'm happy with the Meguair's Ultimate lineup. I only do a car maybe once every other year (daily driver, plus 2 summer cars). I love the long shelf life of the product. I have more than 1/2 a bottle still of both the compound and polish, and they are over 3 yrs old. I just use the PC as my DA polisher.

[@danlc95]

I'm a "pro" that still prefers the Porter Cable 7424, and Meguiar's Ultimate Compound and Ultimate Polish! Lately I've been using 3D and Optimum polishes, but I always have some Meguiar's nearby, especially the Ultimate Twins.

[@TrueV987]

I planned to paint correct my car in the next few days and then this blessing shows up! Perfect timing.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Cool! It's like I read your mind hehe. Did you watch my popular paint correction tutorial? Here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6TXhXiMfLKCiqs

[@maryhoffman2547]

Thank you, Pan, for another awesome video! I enjoy Apex details videos as well.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

More to come!

[@jamms2966]

Agreed. Apex puts out great content!

[@KonstaNykanen]

Everyone has seen those super faded red paints, or heavily swirled black paints. Compounds are so essential to remove the big defects. Awesome information packed video Pan, as always❤.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Konsta!

[@KonstaNykanen]

@@PanTheOrganizer 👍🏻❤️

[@sichunlin6923]

Really enjoyed this type of video! Thank you Pan! Hope to see more of this type of videos for different type of products.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

More to come!

[@shannaerickson6148]

Nice to see updates of your favorites! Looking forward to the next video(s) on other levels of polish.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Shanna!

[@israelberrios2050]

Taking about getting the smallest bottles to try the compound is a very good option and keep it if you liked the product to fill it up when you go for the bigger bottle to keep things more comfortable

[@BXGreen]

Looking forward to this series. Great video!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Awesome, thank you! More to come!

[@nikiarnold5991]

I was given the KCH902 recently to try. Great cut with microfiber lake country pad, best for med to soft clear coat, the 3D aca500 is what I lean too for harder clearcoats with a wool pad, and my overall favorite compound for all applications is A50 by Feynlab with a microfiber pad.

[@neilwalker5041]

We are lucky to have so many compounds and polishes on the market. I have Koch products, Phoenix products, 3D, and the Gold Standard. There are so many other great products out there but I simply do not have room for them all. Meguiars 205 and 210 plus Turtle Wax are good choices too. For me when I am spinning the polisher I focus on temperature first being sure not to swell the metal panel, primer, base coat, and clearcoat. Apex recently did a video showing how different polishers and pads can spike temperatures. Thank you for another great video and I will be looking forward to the next all in one battle.

[@Vc12383]

The Optimum Hyper Polish and the new revision 5 Hyper Compound are my current go to Being able to use a sprayer is such a game changer. Saves a bit if time but keeps you in “flow”. I actually spray the compound into the paint in straight lines (2 sprays per panel). After blowing out the pad i just throw the polisher back on through paint. Dint have to completely stop the pad, pull out polish shake it, drop polish on pad etc. and there very very effective

[@danlc95]

I've also been using this combo more than anything else lately. I still enjoy breaking oit the old school Meguiar's and Menzerna, but when it comes to making money, it's the Optimum or 3D.

[@MirandaDetailing]

So interesting! I have a video about this coming out next week! Exactly what I talk about! Thanks for sharing Pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Cool! I’m looking forward to watching your video Phil! 😁👍🏻

[@MirandaDetailing]

@@PanTheOrganizer Thanks man. That D300 Correction Compound kit from Megs was my first ever kit I bought to do a 2 step correction on a Maserati! Love that D300 to this day!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yeah it's still a classic for sure. That entire microfiber DA system was a home run! Jason Rose had helped to develop it, and he's now global trainer at Rupes, and they also have killer compounds/polishes/pads!

[@SS95170]

Thanks for the upload Pan, Scholl Concepts S2 Black is my go to.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for watching!

[@etiennekersten9506]

At the moment i’m in love with the rupes D-A corsa high preformance. On the harder paints like Audi and Bmw in combination with a hybrid DA whool/MF pad you can get amazing and stuning results

[@samuelrodriguezrivera6856]

You are simply the best! I’ve started researching and doing my own paint correction from what I’ve been able to learn from your videos 😊

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for the feedback Samuel. Glad to see you are learning by watching my videos. How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 140 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@wyzzener]

You helped me to save a lot of money, after all these years watching your channel , now i can do myself all these things to my car, detailing, polishing, deep cleaning etc. , thank you for being here Pan , i hope one day i can meet you ❤

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Great to hear! Thanks for the positive feedback Adrian!

[@stevejordan9567]

Me too. I just machine polished and ceramic coated my 4Runner myself. I wanted to use certain products on it so I did it myself and it cane out great thanks to Pan. It took me about 14 hours over two days.

[@aldaley3537]

Good Saturday Pan. Carpro, Extreme Solutions 3-2-1, DIY, Sonax Cut Max, and Phoenix EOD Papa Cut are my go to products. Of course it’s a always based on the quality of the paint. Pad combination helps.

[@jaimedpcaus1]

This is superb channel on this topic. I have zero experience on this and I wanted to polish my car and came into this channel by happenstance, I'm glad I ran into it. Lots and lots of information, which is great. I have to check the other two channels to see hands-on practice. Thank you so much for creating this channel. Will be looking for more episodes. 😊

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Jaime!! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 952,000 subscribers and we have over 127 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@felipe_silve]

On softer paint, I've had great luck with Carpro Ultracut paired with Rupes Yellow foam. You still get great cut, but also a good finish with the diminishing abrasives when you work it out a bit longer.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing!

[@404notfound.....]

Excellent video pan! I started out with meguiars products and the G110 v2 as a lot of other people did. Then moving on to flex machines & the menzerna line. Currently I have rupes & flex, & my go to compounds are from sonax & 3D. Although as mentioned with the thinner clear coats we're going more for a one step or a paint enhancements. 👍🏼🇨🇦

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!

[@davidboyce6427]

Love Brian and his Shop manager (Sissy). Pan and Brian I’ve learned so much from . Been watching you both since 2019👀👌🫡

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Nice to see long term viewers still around! You have always been faithful to my channel David, and it's much appreciated. You see me evolve over the years as well, and I still have that same crazy passion for detailing! :)

[@raul_nooga]

I'd love to see something like this for all the different pads out there, foam colors, wool, microfiber etc

[@VIDEOHEREBOB]

Pan, What you stated about Carpro Ultracut is absolutely true. In most cases, you do not need to polish.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!

[@davidmaldonadocastillejos3179]

Nice guidance on that category, as always. Thanks, Pan.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@larsenttif]

I like Meguiars M110. It cuts quite well, even with a short stroke DA, but the most impressive part of that product is the finish it gives, even with a rather coarse MF-pad. I've learned from this video that CP Ultracut also finishes down quite well. If Ultracut provides a little more cut than M110 in certain scenarios and finishes down equally...hmmm...well then I probably have a new go-to-compound 😊 But I have to test on several cars first, of course 😊 Thank you for a great video, I look forward to the next one 😊🇳🇴

[@danlc95]

I love BOTH of those compounds. They reminded me of one another.

[@RyanPetrynka]

Menzerna 400 on soft Kia paint is fantastic. My coworker uses it with rotary and lambswool pad followed by 3500 with a black waffle pad. I'm envious of the results he gets.

[@danlc95]

I bet it's super glossy. I still have my old Menzerna FG400, PF2500, and SF4000.

[@RasoulMojtahedzadeh]

I am not a professional but DIY guy. Among a few compounds that I have tried, the best one was Farecla G360 Super Fast Compound. It worked the best for my BMW F30 with Black Sapphire color.

[@themachine8009]

Scratch-out has always worked for me. It’s a little yellow bottle that works wonders, love it and it’s cheaper

[@paul6749]

Hi Pan definitely agree with your endorsement for Sandro. His videos are a perfect balance of production values, techniques and product information. His 50/50 polishing demos are amazing. Like many consumer users, I will be particularly looking forward to your review of one-step products.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for watching Paul!

[@indelibledotink]

The amount of real world experience and knowledge you have is incredible; I am going through a lot of your vids and absorbing as much as i can.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for the positive feedback once again. It's nice to see my viewers always learning new things through my videos. :)

[@manrex5238]

Hey Pam amazing video man thanks for taking your time to help us understand y can’t wait for All in one best compound video hurry up!! So I correct paint mostly outside in your opinion sonax would be the way to go?

[@vatropav]

Yiasou, Pan! I would love to see a tutorial on polishing chrome, whether true chrome or chrome-plated plastic. The chrome accents and door handles on my Tesla Model S are scratched up, but I'm afraid of damaging it to the point that the underlying material shows through. Also, I use Adam's for polishing. I love their blue compound and white polishing systems, I find it works well on my soft clear coat. Cheers! 🎉

[@chrisf8645]

another great video! Thank you!!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ethandevillier2699]

Subscribed a couple of days ago. Surprized I did find your channel sooner. Greaty apprecate your videos. I switched from Meguires 105 to 3M Perfect-It EX AC rubbing compound. Finish with their Prefect- It EX Ultrafine polish. Get great results on my Volvo's and Ford truck.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing! How did you discover my channel by the way Ethan? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 952,000 subscribers and we have over 127 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@ethandevillier2699]

@PanTheOrganizer Found your channel from watching DIY Detail, Ammo NYC and the Detail Geek.

[@jamms2966]

Amazing video, Pan. Love how you emphasize to not chase perfect. Really helps temper expectations.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Glad you enjoyed it! How did you discover my channel by the way? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 1 million subscribers and we have over 135 million views! I have been detailing for 27 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@jamms2966]

@@PanTheOrganizer Awesome that you respond to comments but this canned response feels very gimmicky.

[@blh3741]

perfect timing! thanks!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrCrossj]

Thank you for your wealth of information and the hard work you put into your videos! I knew nothing about detailing before i started watching your videos. Now my car looks pretty darn good thanks to you. I would love to hear your opinion on collinite S-845 the spray speed wax

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks man!

[@JimDixonRealEstate]

After trying every compound I could get my hands on there is one true winner, Koch Chemi! The KC left the best clarity, depth and gloss in my opinion. Thanks for a great video Pan.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Satrolkof]

Any video?

[@Pittsburgh-412]

I used griots garage correction cream followed by sonex perfect finish on my 2015 scion (toyota) tc and it worked great. I used them on rupes pads and I have a flex Da polisher

[@tomchinigo5014]

Another great video Pan ! My favorite compounds are Rupes DA Coarse, KCX H9O1 (I didn't buy the 02 version yet) and Sonox Cutmax but my bottle is old. I love the Rupes DA Coarse but like you said it dusts a little too much for me but it does work great. I am excited to try out a new bottle of the Sonax Cutmax due to little to no dusting and discard my older bottle. I may even try the 3D one..... Thanks for the advice and I will be ordered Cutmax shortly.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Tom!!

[@Scuppun]

The Meguires compound works the best on a 2012 Scirocco. I used Koch Chemie and I didn't get the same finish. Very true about finding the right compound for your car. Koch chemie works well on touching up a 2022 Mazda CX-9.

[@JOSEPHwHAN]

Oh shoot! The ins and outs! Thanks pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You bet! :)

[@kennyg4744]

Great informative video Pan, thanks. I have been trying 3M Perfect-It Fast Cut Plus Extreme recently and found it to be very good with Menzerna red pads. Also, glad you gave a shout out to Sandro. I stumbled across his channel many years ago and rate him very highly, but I have never spoken to anyone who is aware of him.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Kenny! I like to give shoutouts and support other content creators that are doing positive things for the detailing community, and Sandro is one of them. Perhaps he and I will do a collab one day. I am the channel that has done the most collabs with other channels so far, as I like to offer my platform to help smaller channels grow, when I see they are doing good things for the community. I like to give back to the detailing community.

[@dakotasimon3445]

Koch Chemie M3.02 polish and pad combo is my go to and has worked amazing on my current and previous mustang. Did my brand new 2024 Mustang GT Performance Pack before PPF and she’s slick. Carbonized Gray Metallic. Good video Pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Dakota!

[@johnneidert5777]

Can't wait for your favorite polishes video, Pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Stay tuned! What's your favourite polish?

[@bryanmauroner3347]

Pan I used the Sonax Perfect finish cut 4 & 6 max gloss for well maintained daily drivers. Not the Sonax you talked about but thought it was worth mentioning. I really enjoy listening to your insight 👊

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Bryan!

[@DreamRidesDetailing]

I second the Jescar Correcting Compound. For the most part, I’ll follow up with Sonax Perfect Finish and the yellow Rupes pad.

[@claudeyarborough7532]

Typically what pad do you use with the jescar? Wool, microfiber, or foam? Thanks. I know it all depends on level of correction need but just wondering what works best with the product typically

[@DreamRidesDetailing]

@@claudeyarborough7532 Usually the Maguiars cutting disk. It does leave a bit of a haze on dark cars so it does require a two-step.

[@Xaviers300ZX]

I've always had great experience cutting with ACA500. It's a great compound

[@kimnewling5728]

Me too.

[@Xaviers300ZX]

@@kimnewling5728 it's good stuff!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

It sure is!

[@Jarph0821]

Agreed

[@craigshelswell8844]

Great vid very helpful, very surprised that Menzerna 400 did not make your list ,I recently bought 3D compound in your vid I was super impressed with it great cutting easy to work with especially with a wool pad and rotary love watching your vids

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Menzerna is used more in Europe, and the American importer of Menzerna is Jescar. Both have similar ranges of products, both very good. ;) How did you discover my channel by the way Craig? Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 952,000 subscribers and we have over 127 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing.

[@mteske1]

They prob didn’t pay him

[@listenerjim]

Hey Pan what’s the best products to care for my 83 ElCamino that’s ceramic coated vinyl wrapped?

[@williamdefortier8205]

I'm a fan of 3M . Well priced and does the job .

[@alanhefter4659]

I have used 6 of the products that you presented today. I have used them several times on several different vehicles. They all have their pros and cons and all 6 do a great job when coupled with the appropriate pad but unfortunately as you know its not a one size fits all proposition. With that being said, for the hobby DIY people if they use a system like Rupes or Meguiars where they match the appropriate compound with the corresponding pad it takes much of the guess work out of it. For me on a one step process the Griots correction cream on a Griots orange pad can do quite well for the average person on a daily driver but I have become a pretty big fan of the Rupes compounds & polishes matched with color matched Rupes pads. Great video though and very informative.

[@6speedmobiledetailing]

We love that H9.02, one of our go-to products. Another amazing one (especially for RV and marine, but also great to automotive) is Starke Yacht Care compounds and polishes.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yeah the H9.02 is a sweet update on the original formula. Had you tried the H9.01 in the past?

[@6speedmobiledetailing]

@@PanTheOrganizer yes we’ve used both. One of our go to! If you haven’t, test out Starke Yacht Care lineup, Level R, Elevate, Ignition, and Triple P.

[@stephenferguson5499]

Zivzzer compound is great compound to try💪

[@BigMike3063]

Griots boss severe damage correction with a wool pad. Then follow up with the Griot's 3-in-1 using an orange pad. I'm a DIY guy and my neighbors were thinking I was some kind of a pro it made the paint look so good and had such deep depth. But Griot's 3-in-1 works really good and it gives a very nice finish.

[@waynebauerjr7426]

It's funny what you mention at the end. I was saying while I'm watching this that you should make this a 2/3 part video with polish and all in one. Do you think that this Meguiars is better then their Ultimate compound? I've used 3D one followed by carpro essence a few times and have gotten perfect results. Another great video. Thanks Pan!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You'd be nitpicking between the Ultimate Compound and the DA Microfiber Compound in my opinion. Both are classics at this point for DIYers.

[@Dstromb232]

Nice video.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks!

[@79blustone]

I've gotta say, KCX micro cut is a favourite polish for me, paintwork alway looks like liquid afterwards, that's before a coating is applied. I can't think how products can be improved upon these days 🙌

[@thinkforyourself5672]

Those Rupes compounds / Polishes are underrated IMO. I've had amazing results with them. By changing pads I've been able to get the results I'm after from them

[@azimpetra]

non-diminishing grains. 👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Yes their system of liquids and pads is pretty amazing.

[@jmadrid022]

Hello Pan, i’ve been working on Aircraft paint that we wet sanded to 3000 grit after painting, i used the combo of Rupes coarse compound with Meguiars microfiber cutting pad with the Rupes DA 6inch polisher but it couldn’t fully remove the scratches. Do you have a more aggressive combo you recommend to remove the wet sanding scratches ?

[@Jordanalani]

Cristal clear very pedagogic way of sharing your knowledge and experience! Μπράβο Παντελή! 🎉🎉

[@MichaelOnRockyTop]

An EXCELLENT video Pan. Very detail oriented and well arranged. Would you have any idea which category of clear coat Ford vehicles from the mid 2000s classify as?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you! I haven't detailed many Ford vehicles and the only way to really know if a paint is soft, medium, or hard is to do panel tests. As I said, some car manufacturers can change paint supplies even within the same production year, even on the same model. So it's impossible for anyone to know all the makes, models, paint hardnesses, compound/polish pads combos, by heart. Impossible. We would die trying haha.

[@1powerequalsgod]

My detailers with there business prefer 3D with the right pads to getting great results. I think it comes down to prices when comes to what products will get the most attention as the best choice.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing.

[@andrewr3403]

Awesome video Pan! Is the carPro ultra cut and reflect safe on trim? Does it stain trim? I don’t prefer to tape

[@danlc95]

Great series, Pan. I'm a polishing geek. I do it for fun as well as a way to make money. Because of this, I'll always have more than one set of polishes at any given time. I'm nostalgic for Meguiar's, so they're always going to be "around." However, as far as compounds, I prefer - 3D ACA500 and Optimum Hyper Compound V5. If I had to pick just one, it would probably be 3D ACA500. That being said, I'm usually able to get 3D ONE to get enough cutting done in more situations than not. Honorable mentions: Meguiar's M110 Meguiar's Ultimate Compound Meguiar's D300 Jescar Correcting Compound CarPro UltraCut Sonax Ultimate Cut

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts! What machine polishers do you like using?

[@DeliveredCarCare]

Pan the man! We do appreciate all the pro tips😎 I seriously don’t know where I’d be without your videos! You helped me get where I am today and you’re helping me get to where I want to be❤️ If you’re a “detailer” and don’t know about pan are you really a detailer, or are you just a car cleaner?🧐😂

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks man! Welcome to my channel. You discovered one of the biggest car detailing channels on KZbin as we surpassed 980,000 subscribers and we have over 132 million views! I have been detailing for 26 years and I love to share my knowledge and passion with my viewers. You found the right channel to help you learn everything about detailing. How did you discover my channel by the way?

[@DeliveredCarCare]

@@PanTheOrganizer just buy searching for anything detailing related.

[@gimblito8172]

The D300 is a very underrated compound. The first compound I ever used, very forgiving and easy to use, works well under higher temperatures. The wipe down was also much easier compared to 3D One. The koch chemie H9 was a disappointment. I couldn't get out certain defects with it but a local brand compound that I had managed to remove it.

[@dekoeneridder2452]

I have always used meguiars ultimate cut compound. Never disappointed with the results.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Another classic!

[@fordmansvt]

Only problem with Megs is the dusting. Also the work time. I used to use that. Until I tried 3D products. I still have Megs on my truck, but I never use it.

[@sebastienlepelley7223]

Hello Pan une video reussie tu parle et explique pour tout le monde du simple debutant en passant par les passionnes et les professionnels toujours au top 👍👍👍

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Merci Sebastien!

[@ninja_slothsracer]

aca500 is a game changer. love all the 3d products. 3d one is a perfect one stepper with a medium to harsh pad

[@danlc95]

AAT502 is an excellent finisher too.

[@kingranch8516]

It must be or old school probably me, but only thing I get good results with is mcgiuers 205. Used to use 105 then 205 ,but on my 18 worrying I’ll cut to much clear. So before ceramic coating I just hit with 205. Thanks Pan

[@Ochtane101]

Hey Pan. Quick question? How do I find out if I have hard, or soft paint? I’m a DIY’er, and I just bought an Acura ILX. When it warms up a bit, here in CT., USA, I wanna do a compound polish, and possibly put a ceramic coating on it? It’s a beautiful white pearl. NH883P, is the paint color. The car has light scratches. I don’t think I need a heavy cut pad? I have a few different types. Menzerna 3000, 3D-ONE, or Chemical guys White Light. Or Turtle wax polishing compound? I think I found my answer, by watching this video? You have to see which pad, and polish, works good, for the results you want? I just wanted a tip, maybe what color pad I should use, and polish, out of the ones I’ve listed? Thanks👍

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

Love these types of videos. 3D is awesome! Meguiars, Griots, and Sonax have been in my lineup for years. You need to try Papa Cut.❤ Blessings from USA 🇺🇸 GGG 😎

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks GGG! I did try Papa Cut and it is pretty good too! I knew I'd forget some on the list! I also want to try Scholl, as many of my European viewers often talk to me about it.

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

@@PanTheOrganizer Sandro swears by that stuff. 👍

[@jdspeed336]

Pan, thanks for all the video. I know you love what you do,and know it took time to try all the products you reviewed. Gyeon,p&s work for me.Now I want to strip the ceramic off of mine and redo nothing wrong but want a better paint correction job. Do you have any suggestions on other ceramic I should check out price doesn't matter. Thanks and keep up the good work.Jimmy from Madison Nc

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Hi Jimmy! First, thanks for the kind words and feedback about my videos. All my top recommendations are in my popular awards video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYPZaKmBqNqfn7Msi=OqXoSK4-c-WSUiLk

[@bvabvabva1]

I have only tried five of those products and of the five products I definitely think the koch heavy cut H9.02 must be the best of them. Greetings Brian from Denmark

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@Tikbalang5.0]

Hi Pan, love the video. Was really looking forward to this series of videos. Now questions for you or the rest of the group of enthusiasts. I have a Mischievous Purple Mustang GT (semi-exclusive color that has color shifting properties from Ford, model year 2023). I coated the car with AvalonKing ArmorShield IX shortly after picking the car up. I'm looking to paint correct the car in the early spring and apply a new ceramic coat (impart the due to the abuse of the construction and rain in the area has really impacted the coating). What compounds or polishes would y'all recommend using for removing the remaining coating, give a slight enhancement to the paint, and could possibly be used as hand polish (as I might not be able to stretch for a good machine battery polisher and I live in an apartment complex)?

[@kimnewling5728]

Good question

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Forget hand polishing, that will get you nowhere, especially not to remove an old coating. The only way to ensure 100% removal is by machine polishing. A light polish like Sonax Perfect Finish and Rupes yellow foam pad should be enough. The way to know is when you are done polishing, do the IPA wipe with a paint prep spray, then check water behaviour. If the water is slow to sheet and just pools, you removed the coating. If there is still tons of beading, you need to perhaps move to a heavier cutting polish or compound.

[@Tikbalang5.0]

@PanTheOrganizer will do. Guess I'll save for one of the battery-powered units then (probably Milwaukee). I only applied the one layer, and given I'm in southeast Michigan, I'm not sure how much longer the coat will last since getting to a public self wash is pretty hard with my schedule / weather. I'll obviously assess when I go to do the deed 🫡

[@DetailingMadeSimple]

Great List Pan. I love the TLC, Griots FCC, Koch Chemie, Supreme cut from Oberk and DA Coarse from Rupes. Those I really enjoy the most. 💪 The it’s in that order as well listed above. I purchased the labocosmetica Audace so that I’ll be trying out on a couple of vehicles until I give my verdict on it.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks man! You have some good picks there! How do you like the Labocosmetica range? I see you use a lot of their products. I checked their range over five years ago now and they were good, but I’m sure they updated their lineup with lots of newer things?

[@DetailingMadeSimple]

@@PanTheOrganizer thanks. Yes I’ve been using their line lately. I saw you had a review as well from years back. But also they weren’t available in the US then. Overall I’ve been using and testing their line up. I’m really enjoying them so far. I definitely enjoy their 3 PH soaps stands out amazingly well. Their glass cleaner to me is the best. Last their primer Polish is amazing. I just started using their coating and one is up for a first wash so with coatings I update as I go. The rest of their line up is good. But the ones I just stayed really stood out to me greatly. There is a few more I haven’t used which I’ll be purchasing. Also they have updated a lot of their formulas since then though for sure. 👍 you should probably revisit them whenever you get the chance.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Cool! Thanks for the detailed answer. 👍🏻

[@amounifnd]

Hi Pan, Great video ;). Have you had a chance to use Herrenfahrt or Zvizzer products ? I picked up some of the X-cut 1000 and 2000 for crazy cheap price. Made in Germany and bottling seems high quality. Yet to try it out though. If you haven't tried Scholl you will just love it, but 3D is starting to stand out from the crowd I feel.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks! I have never heard of the two brands you mention. Don't think we get those in Canada.

[@efrainsanchez1999]

Gold standard DIY polish!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

That will be featured in my upcoming video on all-in-ones and hybrids as the Gold Standard polish can be used both as a compound and polish depending on pad selection.

[@shawnyanak1684]

Great Video Pan! What kind of paint does Nissan put onto the vehicles. I have a 2019 Nissan Altima. I'm a weekend warrior. Been watching your videos for about two years or less. Just gotten back into auto detailing. Back in the 80's when I was auto detailing but there is lots of stuff now.

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks Shawn!

[@ShineYourLightDetailing]

GREAT explanations, and really high-quality lineup, Pan! Hope you get a chance to try Phoenix EOD PapaCut sometime. The Scholl Concepts Is great as well, not a lot of lubrication for outdoor or sun use, but really nice. Also, PolishAngel Master Compound cuts very strong & is a pleasure to use. 😊

[@kimnewling5728]

Hi Tim!

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thank you Tim! Yes the Phoenix EOD is another good one. I knew I likely forgot a few here. It's overwhelming the choices we have nowadays haha.

[@SoCleenDetailing]

Agree Titan Tim! Papcut is great all around compound and its my go-to for alot of enhancements. Great video as always Pan. 🎉

[@PanTheOrganizer]

Thanks! :) I hope you are having a great weekend!

[@ShineYourLightDetailing]

@@kimnewling5728 hello Kim, hope you’re doing well!! 😊

[@davestewart9146]

Thanks Pan 👍😁

[@PanTheOrganizer]

You bet!

[@jonathanlee8090]

Pan, I own a Porsche Macan it’s black with black wheels what is the best cleaner to use to clean the wheels. As you probably know the brake dust is crazy. Thank you in advance for any advice.

[@DurangoLegend]

Pan, you didn't discuss Gyeon Primer. I am planning on using Gyeon products to ceramic coat my new 911. Should I stick within the line and use Primer on a new car. I am assuming that the new car will have to be fully washed, chemically decontaminated and decontaminate with clay towel. Probably will only have light scratches and swirls in the new paint. So I was thinking it will need a light polish and prep for ceramic coating. Porsche paint is relatively soft so I want to be gentle with the polish. Do you have any recommendations on what I should use? Stick with Gyeon Primer or go outside the Gyeon line to some other polish? Any help will be appreciated.

[@g.tucker8682]

Is there a paint thickness gauge that works on fiberglass bodied cars?

[@scootytamra]

Here's a question for you Pan, Can you prevent further oxidization of an area by applying a spray sealant? I have an area over my passanger side door where the sun has beaten down on it, i i can see that it is not shiny anymore, so i have been using a ceramic spray sealant to cover over that area hopeing it will prevent further oxidization of that area of my paint? My poor car is 15, but i want to prevent further damage, i'm trying to keep my car for as long as possible.

[@lucasaubin1661]

Great video, 3d aca500 isn’t actually that expensive, when you look at 32oz bottles which most pros will buy it actually is one of the cheapest. You can get it for 59.99 cad and most of the others are in the 79.99-99.99 range online

[@chrisault2004]

Not me typing about 3D One not being here before I finished the video.... lmao. Looking forward to that future video since 3D One is my go to. I can typically get it to finish down to a level my clients are more than happy with on anything but the softest finishes. It ALMOST removes my need for a more aggressive compound too. The super Hard clears have me reaching for Ultimate Cut before I finish with 3D One (or perfect finish if it's stubborn). How does 3D One compare to Gold Standard by DIY in your experience?

[@PanTheOrganizer]

3D One is in another one of the videos in this series, to be continued. It's more of a "hybrid" than just a pure compound.

[@pleaseletitgo1818]

@pantheorganizer what’s a good set up to keep in your vehicle for cleaning to use when your away from home traveling?