Menzerna Shine Kit

Menzerna Reference Shine Kit
A kit recommendation by Terry Freiberg

This kit contains all the products I use to create a "Show Quality Shine" on my Pewter finished sedan. I've designed this kit for vehicles three years old or newer with paint that is in "good" condition.

If you have an older vehicle or a vehicle with neglected or severely oxidized paint, it should be compounded after Step One, before proceeding to Polishing, Step Two. I like Menzerna Intensive Polish used with the Orange Power Pad (less aggressive) or Yellow Compounding Pad (more aggressive) for this step. Intensive Polish and the Yellow Compounding pad are not included in this kit.

Each of the steps I go through are outlined in this article: Creating Menzerna's Reference Shine.

At the heart of my system is the Porter Cable 7424 Ultimate Detailing Machine which comes with a flexible, hook-and-loop, backing plate that allows easy pad changes. I use this machine to polish, glaze and apply the final sealant. I use the machine to apply products and buff off residues by hand using a Microfiber Buffing Cloth (included in this Reference Shine Kit.)

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Step One - Remove paint contamination and create a smooth paint surface.

Paint contamination can be felt as a "rough or gritty" texture on the paint's surface and can lead to tiny rust spots. This contamination can not be removed by washing, waxing and/or polishing. I start with our BLACKFIRE PolyClay II Kit to QUICKLY and SAFELY remove surface contamination and make gritty, rough and bumpy paint smooth as glass.

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This kit includes one 8 oz. bar of PolyClay, a 16 oz. spray bottle of Clay Lubricant, two Microfiber Wipe Cloths and instructions.

Step Two - Polish and Glaze.

After creating a smooth paint surface with the clay bar and lubricant, I polish the finish to maximize surface gloss and visually reduce minor swirls and imperfections. I use Menzerna Final Polish II with the CCS, 6-1/2 inch, White Polishing Pad. If your car is new, use the White Pad. If your car has some minor swirls, spots or blemishes, use the optional Orange Power Pad.

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Apply the polish by machine. Wipe off residues by hand using a Microfiber Wipe Cloth (included).

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After polishing, I apply a glaze. This improves the paint's brilliance and helps mask any remaining swirls or imperfections remaining after polishing. I apply Menzerna Finishing Touch Glaze using a CCS, 6-1/2 inch, Black Glazing/Finessing Pad. Again, I apply the glaze by machine and buff off residues by hand using a Microfiber Wipe Cloth.

Step Three - Finish with FMJ.

FMJ (Full Molecular Jacket) is Menzerna's new "super wax". Technically it's not a wax but an acrylic, polymer, paint protectant or sealant. It has become our single largest selling "wax" and for good reason. FMJ uses state-of-the-art, super-polymers to project a remarkably clear, emotionally vibrant shine with a shimmering liquidity. It's the type of shine that grabs your attention and demands to be noticed.

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I apply FMJ by machine with a CCS, 6-1/2 inch, Red, Concours Finishing Pad and buff off residues by hand using a Perfect Shine Buffing Cloth (included).

Maintenance

For normal washing and maintenance, I've included a bottle of Menzerna Auto Shampoo and a spray bottle of Menzerna High Gloss Acrylic Shield. This spray sealant contains the same super slippery, acrylic polymer used in Menzerna FMJ.

Use High Gloss Acrylic Shield after washing or anytime to remove dust, fingerprints and smudges and restore a "just detailed" shine.

The Menzerna Reference Shine Kit includes:

Porter Cable 7424 Machine Polisher
Flexible, 6 inch, hook-and-loop backing plate
One 8 oz. bar of BLACKFIRE PolyClay
16 oz. of BLACKFIRE Clay Lubricant
Two Microfiber Cloths for buffing off clay residues
Clay instructions
16 oz. Menzerna Final Polish II
Two CCS, 6-1/2 inch, White Polishing Pads
A Microfiber Wipe Cloth for buffing Final Polish residues.
16 oz. Menzerna Finishing Touch Glaze
One CCS, 6-1/2 inch, Black Glazing/Finessing Pad
A Microfiber Wipe Cloth for buffing Finishing Touch residues
16 oz. Menzerna FMJ Paint Sealant
One CCS, 6-1/2 inch Red, Concours Finishing Pad
One Microfiber Perfect Shine Buffing Cloth for buffing FMJ to a mirror shine
16 oz. Menzerna High Gloss Acrylic Sealant.
16 oz. Menzerna Auto Shampoo
Three Microfiber Applicator Pads
Basic Menzerna Instructions

Purchased separately is over $350.00 worth of the best car care products on the planet.

Note: Nothing in this kit is particularly difficult but with the number of steps involved, this is not a kit I would recommend for the car care beginner. If you're an enthusiast and been thinking about stepping up to a machine polisher, the products in this kit will allow you to create a spectacular, show-quality shine.

Customer Comments: "I wanted to take the time to thank Proper Auto Care for offering the most professional automobile detailing instruction I have ever received.

Specifically, I followed the complete Menzerna process (Intensive Polish, Final Polish II, Finishing Touch Glaze & 2 coats of FMJ) using my Porter Cable 7424 and am in amazement right now.

Please note the photo below of my brand new Lexus LS430 after this process was completed and "gasp for air" as I did! Unbelievable is all I can say to your personal care and your team of professionals who offer such invaluable advice. Also, thanks for offering some of the most remarkable, state-of-the-art, car care products available today."
Justin K., Las Vegas, NV

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This photo was sent to us by Byron F. of Union City, Michigan. Byron writes:

"Just wanted to thank you for showing me the correct way to detail a car! I recently bought a black, BMW, X5 and the swirls in the finish made me sick. I had to do something, which led me to your website. Rebecca helped me pick out the polish I needed, Menzerna Intensive Polish, to add to the Reference Shine Kit. Intensive Polish worked awesome! My X5 looks brand new but it's an 03 model. Look for yourself! It was worth every bit of energy and every penny for the kit.
Thanks again,"
Bryon F.

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Boost This Product With Polycharger.

If you want to boost the shine and create even more protection than what this product already offers, you should consider adding Polycharger®. Polycharger is the world's first Wax Booster™ supercharging your liquid wax, sealant, quick detail spray, tire dressing or interior protectant to provide more shine and longer durability with just a few drops.

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