I have used the entire line now of GG polishes, and found them more than adequate when used progrssively as to need and aggresiveness. Re: the pads--the orange polish pad has been fine, tho also have augmented with CCS Cobra cross cut and those have been excellent. Sometimes one needs a more aggressive pad--and LCounty has it--sometimes a bit softer and again they have those. There have been some times when the GG polishes need more grit, but then pad upgrade made the difference without switching product. Concur on the QDetailer...one of the best, and Spray on Wax is superb between washes--really and obviously extends any sealant of wax. I have also found that just placing the Spray on Wax evenly on in an evening, and letting it cure overnight has been a wonderful quick way to enhance my bling and keep my heavy waxing job fresh--but then it should make any wax last longer. It's been a great work saver for me after the polishing and waxing--for what its worth. Clay?? one of the better bargains...and nope not connected to them in any way. Its just been a good complete easy to use line for this old fellow...bests.