3M Rumor Mill - New Products Being Released Soon

David Fermani

David Fermani

Forza Auto Salon
I went to lunch with the local 3M Sales Rep today ;) & he mentioned that they are coming out with a new compound in the months to come that will most likely replace their Extra Cut Rubbing Compound. He claims it will cut just as well (if not better) as EC, but will finish much, much nicer (less marring/glossier finish). They're trying to refine their lineup to make them more user friendly for body shops mostly that might not be quite up to speed with swirl free final finishing (body shop's biggest concern these days). He's hoping to get a few samples in the next few weeks for me to try. 3M is also in the process of changing the appearance of their labels/bottles too and they might be in all white bottles (maybe like their SRC bottles?)



In addition, they're also introducing a new 1200/1500 grit sandpaper with their Trizact technology that will also cut easier, faster, better and last alot longer. 1 piece might be able to do 1 entire vehicle! In addition, this paper will also eliminate any "curley ques" or "J hooks" that their traditional papers can create. I think the old school processes of 1200 grit sand and then heavy compound is a thing of the past with this new technology of scratch & finish refinement. Again, more user friendly corrections coming down the road to make everyone's life easier.
 
Wow, just when I was getting into Megs 105, all I can say is things are looking good for detailers these days. Thanks David!
 
rydawg said:
I have heard the same too David. Thanks for the news!
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Ryan - Did you get a sample of the new Perfect-It Rubbing Compound yet? It hasn't gone into mass production yet. They are passing out/testing prototype samples.



I got a bottle earlier this week. I haven't used it yet, but the 3M Rep says it's incredible. I'm wondering if it will have similar results as Meg's 105? The nicest thing about it is it smells like tutti frutti candy:drool:



This is how 3M is changing the look of their labels/bottles to:



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Wow! What are you waiting for, get to work! :buffing:



Kidding aside, let us know how well it works and hopefully you can compare it it to Megs105. If you can, can you note how 'smooth' it finishes and if hologramming/marring is present after use. Lastly, pictures when you get the chance.



Thanks!
 
gmblack3a said:
David, Thanks for the update.



What is the 3M part #? I can see a 060xx.
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Looks like 06085 to me, but it's hard to tell for sure. Can't wait to hear how well this works.
 
Why don't 3M make levellers like Hi Temp that take out 500 to 800 grit scratches, all they make are 1200's, 1500's and 2000's



Anyway you can only go so far (shine wise) with abrasives, you gotta go to the non abrasive products to take it further
 
SVR said:
Why don't 3M make levellers like Hi Temp that take out 500 to 800 grit scratches, all they make are 1200's, 1500's and 2000's



Anyway you can only go so far (shine wise) with abrasives, you gotta go to the non abrasive products to take it further
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I guess 3M feels that most are going to sand out the surface to at least a 1500 level.
 
SVR said:
Why don't 3M make levellers like Hi Temp that take out 500 to 800 grit scratches, all they make are 1200's, 1500's and 2000's



Anyway you can only go so far (shine wise) with abrasives, you gotta go to the non abrasive products to take it further
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Have you actually removed 500 sanding scratches with Hi Temp? Maybe it's possible on a fresh paint but not on cured paint.
 
Honestly, who is using a compound on 500 scratches? I finishes always with 4000 grit. It makes the polishing so much easier
 
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