Just thought I would update. Yesterday I washed, clayed and finally did my first machine polish of the Zed. I was using a DAS-6, yellow light polish pad, Meguirs Ultimate Compound and set to speed 3.
I managed to reduce the appearance of some defects, swirl marks and small scratches, but not completely eliminate them as I had hoped. Not too dissapointed as I wanted to take it easy first time rather than risk feking up the paintwork totally. Feel confident enough to use the medium polishing pad next time and a slightly higher speed.
I did use my black finishing pad to apply Meguirs Nxt Gen Tech Wax, which I thought made the process alot easier, especially making sure I didnt apply too much. Nice and easy to get a thin layer!
p.s would post a couple of pics I took but I can't figure out how to add images. any advice or a link to the guide on how to?