Couldn't of said it better myself Bill...

Only thing I'd add is that after you use M#2 or M#9 go back over the same area with M#7 just to give it a matching shine. Once you have the surface shine matching (or even exceeding) the surounding area you can wax with M#26 or your favorite wax.

Before using the Meguiar's stuff I might consider giving the clay a shot just for grins. Even if the finish feels smooth over the spots you might want to go over it once with the clay just to be sure. I've seen a Clay Magic bar pull stuff out of the paint that M#9 wouldn't touch. Plus the clay is not invasive in the least where the #9 and especially #2 are. Best of luck and keep us posted on how it turns out.

Lee