FMP vs Revive vs. Meguiar's #80

[DenaliDan]

I have been using Adam's Revive Polish and Meguiar's #80 Speed Glaze on my vehicles depending on which car (clearcoat or non-clearcoat) and what I felt was necessary to get the results I was after. Now, I've got the FMP and wondering how it compares to the other two products in cut and where I should fit it in. Any suggestions?

[Team Adam's]

FMP is an extremely low cut product best used as a finishing polish. I know from experience you can finish down with #80, but I think personally FMP does a better job as a FINAL polish. Great for taking out the minor marring left behind by heavier products.

 

I personally work the product as usual at 5-6 on the white pad using normal pressure and as it breaks down slowly back the pressure off. Using it that way glosses the finish very nicely and on flake paint jobs almost makes the paint seem to change color slightly in direct sunlight.

[Superdutytd]

I have been HIGHLY impressed by FMP as it WILL take out defects but leaves behind a GREAT looking finish. I've been thinking about trying it out with the black pad to see if I can get an even more reflective finish.

[DenaliDan]

I noticed neither of you mentioned using the Revive. Going from my experience, it doesn't seem to be a real necessity in most applications. Instead just going from SHR (if needed) to FMP and then to SMW and maybe Buttery Wax to top it all off. Thanks for your comments.

[rb11701]

I like a paint cleaner after polishing. I have always used Meguiar's Deep Crystral Paint Cleaner. Gave me a nice glow. Once wax was applied, the shine was unreal.

 

Now, that product is being disco'ed. Once I use up my last bit I am moving onto revive polish. It could be me and I love making more work for myself, but I swear I see a difference when I don't do a paint cleaner stage. Ah well, goes on easy with the PC and comes off easy too. I am sure Revive Polish does equally if not better and cleaning up the paint.

[bigred vette]

I like a paint cleaner after polishing. I have always used Meguiar's Deep Crystral Paint Cleaner. Gave me a nice glow. Once wax was applied, the shine was unreal.

 

Now, that product is being disco'ed. Once I use up my last bit I am moving onto revive polish. It could be me and I love making more work for myself, but I swear I see a difference when I don't do a paint cleaner stage. Ah well, goes on easy with the PC and comes off easy too. I am sure Revive Polish does equally if not better and cleaning up the paint.

 

Adams products are in a league of their own.

[rb11701]

Adams products are in a league of their own.

 

Agreed!

[bigred vette]

I have been HIGHLY impressed by FMP as it WILL take out defects but leaves behind a GREAT looking finish. I've been thinking about trying it out with the black pad to see if I can get an even more reflective finish.

 

[Superdutytd]

Maybe Revive on a black pad?

[Chewy]

I've thought about using revive on a black pad after the MP but I'm usually to tired to sus with it.

 

After clay, SHR, and MP the paint HAS to be clean right? lol

 

Chris

[rb11701]

I would think so.. but I do it anyways. I use it at least twice a year for my seasonal details. Srping/Fall. I have been doing that since my black 97 Taco days. I feel guilty if I don't do it now lol. I think if you do one panel as a side by side.. I think you will see that glow I tallk about.

[Junkman2008]

The only time I follow FMP with Revive is when I'm working on a very dark car, mostly black ones. I don't even waste my time on a light colored car.

[DenaliDan]

The only time I follow FMP with Revive is when I'm working on a very dark car, mostly black ones. I don't even waste my time on a light colored car.

 

Ah, that makes sense. Where do you fit in? Between the FMP and wax?

[Junkman2008]

Ah, that makes sense. Where do you fit in? Between the FMP and wax?

 

Yes.