What is the difference between a polish and a compound?

A compound like the V32 Extreme contains more aggressive abrasives, intended to remove material and erase deep scratches, whereas a polish refines and makes it shine. In practice, you start with the compound, then you finish with the V36 and the V38.

Which polish should you choose for deep scratches?

For a scratch that catches your fingernail, you need the most abrasive product in the range: Polish Extreme V32 removes deep scratches, oxidation and sanding marks from 1200 to 1500 grit, even on hard paints. Then plan a finishing step to restore the shine.

Does V32 polish damage the paint?

Used correctly, no: it removes a tiny layer of varnish. The risk comes from too many passes or a panel that is too hot, hence the importance of working on a cold surface, in 40 x 40 cm sections, and first testing on an inconspicuous area.

V32 or V36: which one to choose?

Use V32 if the scratches catch your fingernail or if the paint is very hard and oxidized. For simple swirls and wash micro-scratches, V36 is enough and already leaves a very nice shine in a single step.

Do you need a polisher to use the V32?

Yes, the V32 is designed for machine work, orbital (DA) or rotary: by hand, its abrasives are not worked enough. Remember to prime the pad with the Pad Conditioner to avoid overheating.

Can the V32 be used on yellowed headlights?

Yes. After sanding, the V32 is used on heavily yellowed or pitted polycarbonate lenses in order to remove the degraded layer. Finish with the V36 to restore transparency and improve night lighting.

Polish Extreme V32 Chemical Guys 118 ml

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Reference: V32S-CHG

Most abrasive compound in the V range from Chemical Guys: Extreme Polish V32 removes deep scratches, swirls, and oxidation on hard paints and ceramic clear coats. 118 ml bottle, to be used with an orbital or rotary polisher.

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Polish Extreme V32 Chemical Guys: the most abrasive compound in the V range

The V32 Optical Grade Extreme Compound is step 1 of the four-step correction system from Chemical Guys. It is the most aggressive compound in the V range: it removes deep scratches, heavy swirls, oxidation, and 1200 to 1500-grit sanding marks in two to three passes, including on hard paints and scratch-resistant ceramic clear coats.

What V32 corrects

Deep scratches and micro-scratches visible in direct light
Swirls and holograms left by a previous polishing
Oxidation and dull haze on older paints
1200 to 1500-grit sanding marks after touch-up or repair
Polycarbonate headlight lenses that are heavily yellowed or pitted
Dulled painted or clear-coated wheels

A water-based formula, with no masking fillers

V32 combines optical-grade micro-abrasives with a highly lubricated water base. No silicone or filling agents: what you see after wiping corresponds to the true condition of the clear coat, with no masking effect that disappears at the first wash. The product stays workable for a long time, dusts very little, and wipes off without greasy residue. It works just as well with a dual-action (DA) polisher as with a rotary.

Which polish to choose in the V range?

V32 Extreme — step 1, maximum cut. Heavy defects, hard paints, 1200-1500 sanding marks
V36 Medium — step 3, medium cut. Swirls, light scratches, 2000-2500 marks. Can be used alone in a one-step
V38 Finish — step 4, finishing. Removes compound marks and holograms for a mirror finish

Since V32 is very aggressive, it always leaves fine cutting marks: follow up with V36 then V38 to restore maximum gloss.

Instructions for use of Extreme Polish V32

Work on a washed, decontaminated, and cool bodywork, in the shade, in 40 x 40 cm sections. Shake the bottle before each use.

With a dual action (DA) orbital polisher

Apply 4 to 5 drops of V32 onto a cutting pad.
Spray 1 to 3 sprays of Pad Conditioner Chemical Guys to prime the pad.
Spread the product at speed 1, without applying pressure.
Work at speed 5 to 6, with moderate pressure, making 2 to 3 cross passes, until the clear coat becomes clear again.
Finish the last pass with light pressure, then wipe with a clean microfiber.

With a rotary polisher

Apply 4 to 5 drops onto the pad and prime it with the Pad Conditioner.
Spread the product between 1 000 and 1 500 rpm.
Work the area at a maximum of 1 500 rpm, crossing the passes and without letting the product dry.
Wipe with a microfiber, then check the result with a detailing lamp.

Good to know

Never work in direct sunlight or on hot sheet metal. Change the microfiber as soon as it becomes loaded with residue and clean the pad every two or three sections in order to maintain cutting power.