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Aloha,

I got a couple correction jobs in October and I'm looking at the hybrid pads AG has for sale, specifically the 6 pack.

Looking at getting 2 orange, 2 white and 2 black. Am I set or should I get more or different pads.
 
Lustrous Detail said:
Aloha,

I got a couple correction jobs in October and I'm looking at the hybrid pads AG has for sale, specifically the 6 pack.

Looking at getting 2 orange, 2 white and 2 black. Am I set or should I get more or different pads.
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What size? Is it for the Flex 3401? If so then you will have a great addition to the Flex 3401 either the 5" Pads or 6.5". I prefer the 6.5" but do have the 5" with the Lake Country 4" BP.

I would look into getting the Red Pad and Gold Pad as they are softer than the Black Pad
 
Lustrous Detail said:
Aloha,

I got a couple correction jobs in October and I'm looking at the hybrid pads AG has for sale, specifically the 6 pack.

Looking at getting 2 orange, 2 white and 2 black. Am I set or should I get more or different pads.
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I love the hybrids, but they would need frequent cleaning and rotating if you only have two of each. I find that that they hold water a little too well when I use my pad washer and take a while to dry even after spinning them; so I would say at least 4 of each you plan to use regularly so you can let them air dry adequately.
 
Lustrous Detail said:
Aloha,

I got a couple correction jobs in October and I'm looking at the hybrid pads AG has for sale, specifically the 6 pack.

Looking at getting 2 orange, 2 white and 2 black. Am I set or should I get more or different pads.
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Because you have a couple (meaning more than one) correction details, I would pick up at least another 6 pack of the same corresponding colors, maybe go a tad heavier on Orange and White. Pick up a RED pad for applying a wax or sealant too.

Pads take a beating when removing swirls, water spots, oxidation, etc. Not only will you want to change to a fresh pad often, you'll want to retain each pad's mechanical cutting ability so they actually work as intended. The more you use a cutting pad, the softer it becomes, thus losing some of its cut. If you don't have one already, be sure to pick up a Foam Pad Conditioning Brush as well.

What do foam/wool/microfiber pads and microfiber towels have in common? You can never have too many of them. :)
 
Nick@Autogeek said:
Because you have a couple (meaning more than one) correction details, I would pick up at least another 6 pack of the same corresponding colors, maybe go a tad heavier on Orange and White. Pick up a RED pad for applying a wax or sealant too.

Pads take a beating when removing swirls, water spots, oxidation, etc. Not only will you want to change to a fresh pad often, you'll want to retain each pad's mechanical cutting ability so they actually work as intended. The more you use a cutting pad, the softer it becomes, thus losing some of its cut.
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:iagree::iagree::iagree:
 
Kamakaz1961 said:
What size? Is it for the Flex 3401? If so then you will have a great addition to the Flex 3401 either the 5" Pads or 6.5". I prefer the 6.5" but do have the 5" with the Lake Country 4" BP.

I would look into getting the Red Pad and Gold Pad as they are softer than the Black Pad
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Yes it's for my Flex 3401. I have both the stock backplate and 4inch BP. I'm leaning for towards the 5 inch pads.
 
The Hybrid Pads are designed for the Flex 3401 and it will do wonders for your Machine!! I usually buy them when there is a sale. BTW this goes for the 5" or 6.5" Pads!!
 
Kamakaz1961 said:
What size? Is it for the Flex 3401? If so then you will have a great addition to the Flex 3401 either the 5" Pads or 6.5". I prefer the 6.5" but do have the 5" with the Lake Country 4" BP.

I would look into getting the Red Pad and Gold Pad as they are softer than the Black Pad
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Thanks for the recommendations! 4 orange, 4 white, 2 red, 1 black and 1 gold? Totalling 12.

Nick@Autogeek said:
Because you have a couple (meaning more than one) correction details, I would pick up at least another 6 pack of the same corresponding colors, maybe go a tad heavier on Orange and White. Pick up a RED pad for applying a wax or sealant too.

Pads take a beating when removing swirls, water spots, oxidation, etc. Not only will you want to change to a fresh pad often, you'll want to retain each pad's mechanical cutting ability so they actually work as intended. The more you use a cutting pad, the softer it becomes, thus losing some of its cut. If you don't have one already, be sure to pick up a Foam Pad Conditioning Brush as well.

What do foam/wool/microfiber pads and microfiber towels have in common? You can never have too many of them. :)
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Nick@Autogeek said:
Because you have a couple (meaning more than one) correction details, I would pick up at least another 6 pack of the same corresponding colors, maybe go a tad heavier on Orange and White. Pick up a RED pad for applying a wax or sealant too.

Pads take a beating when removing swirls, water spots, oxidation, etc. Not only will you want to change to a fresh pad often, you'll want to retain each pad's mechanical cutting ability so they actually work as intended. The more you use a cutting pad, the softer it becomes, thus losing some of its cut. If you don't have one already, be sure to pick up a Foam Pad Conditioning Brush as well.

What do foam/wool/microfiber pads and microfiber towels have in common? You can never have too many of them. :)
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:iagree:

The more you rotate them out the longer they last as they don't take the abuse. I generally use four for each polishing step on an average sized vehicle.

To clean my pads I hit mine with Pinnacle XMT pad cleaner and tossem in the washing machine, it works great accept wife hates it as the washing machine smells like polish LOL. I throw a tide washing machine cleaner pak in for a cycle and all is well.

Aloha Bruddah.
 
custmsprty said:
:iagree:

The more you rotate them out the longer they last as they don't take the abuse. I generally use four for each polishing step on an average sized vehicle.

To clean my pads I hit mine with Pinnacle XMT pad cleaner and tossem in the washing machine, it works great accept wife hates it as the washing machine smells like polish LOL. I throw a tide washing machine cleaner pak in for a cycle and all is well.

Aloha Bruddah.
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When do you rotate them out? After 2 panels? Mahalo!
 
Lustrous Detail said:
When do you rotate them out? After 2 panels? Mahalo!
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Yeah about half way down the car, I pay close attention to the pad face. I'll do a clean on the fly and brush it once and then when it loads up again I change it out.

One thing for sure is you can never have to many pads. They are the key to the whole polishing process. LC and Buff and Shine flat pads are my personal go to pads.
 
Lustrous Detail said:
When do you rotate them out? After 2 panels? Mahalo!
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I usually will use 2 to 3 pads per car depending how much correction is needed. An example is 1 Pad for the Hood and front fenders. Another for the roof and doors and the 3rd for the trunk and rear panels. Or sooner if the pad becomes saturated even after spritzing or on the fly cleaning.

You will get a "feel" for this as you use these pads more often. As for sealant or waxing with the Black, Red or Gold Pads 1 pad is good enough for the entire vehicle.

You will actually correct (IMO) when you go this route. If it is a Big Truck (RAM 2500) I will use 4 to 5 Pads for correcting/polishing and 1 with the Black, Red and Gold Pads.

Again, this is what I do.
 
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