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Malco Marine & RV MAX Production Compound, 1 Gallon, 165001

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Formerly Presta Marine MAX Production Compound — same trusted formula, new brand name.

Product Overview

Malco Marine & RV MAX Production Compound (165001) is an ultra‑aggressive, water‑based cutting compound engineered for heavy scratch removal on gel coat, fiberglass, solid surfaces, tooling gels, and production gel coats. This updated Malco Marine & RV version replaces the former Presta MAX Production Compound, maintaining the same professional‑grade formula trusted by marine and industrial finishers.

Designed for marine, RV, and industrial production environments, MAX Production Compound removes P600 and finer sanding scratches, heavy oxidation, and severe surface defects while producing a gloss final finish in one step. Its water‑based, VOC‑compliant formula offers easy cleanup and contains no waxes, fillers, or silicones.

For best results, use with a high‑speed rotary buffer and a 100% twisted wool compounding pad. Follow with Malco Marine & RV MAX Finishing Polish to maximize gloss, clarity, and depth.

Available in 1-gallon containers only.

Features & Benefits

Ultra‑aggressive cutting compound for heavy scratch and oxidation removal
Removes P600 and finer sanding scratches
Produces a gloss final finish in one step
Water‑based formula — easy cleanup, VOC compliant
No waxes, fillers, or silicones
Ideal for marine, RV, industrial, and production environments
Designed for use with rotary buffers and twisted wool compounding pads

Part Number

1 Gallon — Part #165001

Recommended Pads

For maximum cutting performance, pair with:

Follow‑Up Products

Application Instructions:

Apply a 2-inch dab of compound directly to your wool buffing pad.
Blot the product evenly across a 2 ft x 2 ft section of the surface.
Buff side-to-side at 1400–2200 RPM using a high-speed rotary buffer.
Remove excess compound with a clean, damp microfiber cloth.
Repeat as necessary until sanding scratches and defects are removed.

SMSDistributors Expert Notes

MAX Production Compound has long been a go‑to for professional marine and industrial finishers who need fast, aggressive cutting power without sacrificing finish quality. The updated Malco Marine & RV branding ensures better product alignment across the marine and RV detailing line, but the formula remains unchanged — still one of the most efficient heavy‑cut compounds for removing deep sanding marks on gel coat and solid surfaces.

We recommend pairing this compound with twisted wool pads for maximum cut, especially on production gel coats. Single ply wool compounding pads will not be as effective as a twisted wool pad.

MAX Production Compound performs best when worked in small, controlled 2 ft x 2 ft sections at 1400–2200 RPM. This RPM range allows the abrasive system to cut efficiently without overheating the surface. The compound is designed for use with twisted wool pads, which provide the aggressive bite needed to remove P600 and finer sanding scratches on gel coat and solid surfaces.

For optimal performance, apply only a small 2-inch dab to the pad. Overloading the pad reduces cutting efficiency and can leave excess residue. After compounding, always remove residue with a damp microfiber cloth—this helps prevent haze and ensures a clean surface for your follow-up polishing step.

To complete the system, follow with MAX Finishing Polish or Presta Ultra Polish. This two-step workflow mirrors the original Presta process and continues to deliver the high-gloss, swirl-free results marine and industrial professionals expect.

About SMSDistributors.com

SMSDistributors.com is a direct supplier and stocking distributor of Malco Marine & RV and legacy Presta products. We provide professional‑grade sanding, polishing, and surface preparation solutions for automotive, marine, woodworking, industrial, and detailing professionals. Our catalog includes high‑performance abrasives, compounds, polishes, tools, and accessories from leading brands such as Norton, RUPES, Farecla, Mirka, Indasa, Sunmight, Sia, Surf‑ACE, and others. We focus on delivering reliable inventory, fast shipping, and a curated selection of products that support consistent, high‑quality finishing results.