Originally Posted by Mike-in-Orange
I highly recommend switching to Ultimate Compound and getting away from the #2 Fine Cut Cleaner. Ultimate Compound may be a consumer product that you can pick up at almost any auto parts store and even WalMart, but don't let that put you off. It is derived from our M105 Ultra Cut Compound in our pro line, which uses the latest abrasives technology. Ultimate Compound is just a lot more user friendly on a DA buffer than M105, and it offers faster cut and a better finish than #2 will. #7 is still fantastic stuff, especially for a dark colored car with single stage paint. Depending on the buffer you're using, I'd recommend M205 Ultra Finishing Polish for your Machine Gray Crossfire. Again, M205 uses the last abrasives technology but in a product designed to even further refine the finish. The amount of added clarity you can pick up with M205 is pretty amazing, and on a modern clear coat it makes the flake really pop.
What kind of buffer are you using, just for reference here?
Mike - If the swirl marks aren't significant (or don't appear to be) would you recommend using the SwirlX product over the Ultimate Compound? I've typically always done my detailing using products that were recommended for hand application, having not used a buffer/polisher on the surface. But I've gotten some nice results on other cars in my stable with the B&D Random Orbital Buffer I purchased last fall & want to use it on my XFire. I like it's compact design & ease of use.
Thanks in Advance,