My technique concerning the 3401, Menzerna products, and Hybrid pads

Another goodie Mike. I'm loving this forum. So much priceless information.
 
Souldetailer said:
Thank for the input, pretty man with a moustach, I know, but i can't help associating you with him. Amazing the impact an avatar has on you. I envision Mike Phillips as a tan dude buffing out an awesome yellow street rod. See what I mean, wierd huh ? Take care.

Peace,

Darrin
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Haha! I just saw this... Yes, sir I know what you mean!
 
jehsautosalon said:
Once again!! Thank you sir.mike!!
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No problem!!!

jehsautosalon said:
Guess I'm sticking to my hybrid/flex/fg400 combo. I'll probably just get the hybrid pad 6.5! Thanks again!!
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Sounds good. :xyxthumbs:

jehsautosalon said:
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I just want to share! Fg400,LC Hybrid Pad Orange 5in and Flex 3401! Pure one step correction/polish! Thank you Mr.Smack!!
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Sorry I didn't see this sooner.

Wow, looks like you are really getting the hang of this setup. Incredible results!

rcoops77 said:
Another goodie Mike. I'm loving this forum. So much priceless information.
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Thank you sir.
 
I used this method and it worked very well. :xyxthumbs:

I used LC orange and white hybrid pads, Menzerna FG-400 and SF-3500 (aka SF-4000).

I did get some caking while applying the FG-400 to the second section. Perhaps that's because I applied two spritzes of the Pinnacle XMT pad conditioner?

Here's a pic of my wife's company car after the SF-3500. The car was in better shape to begin with than I had imagined. Sorry for the quality of the pic. My photography skills are not good.

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The Patch said:
I used this method and it worked very well. :xyxthumbs:

I used LC orange and white hybrid pads, Menzerna FG-400 and SF-3500 (aka SF-4000).

I did get some caking while applying the FG-400 to the second section. Perhaps that's because I applied two spritzes of the Pinnacle XMT pad conditioner?

Here's a pic of my wife's company car after the SF-3500. The car was in better shape to begin with than I had imagined. Sorry for the quality of the pic. My photography skills are not good.

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Hi Patch, welcome to AutoGeekOnline!

Thanks for taking the time to share your picture and outcome. Very nice looking 50/50 picture.

As for the caking, when starting out with a fresh pad it is only necessary to hit it one time with the pad conditioner to prime or pre season the pad. If you want to ensure it is equally covered you can run a clean finger across the surface to ensure the face is completely covered. After that the pad will not see a priming spray. Then you can add your working product FG400, SF4000 etc and begin making your section passes.
 
Doing it this way will get me through half of a hood, a fender, a door, or trunk lid depending on panel size. After I have completed polishing half of the hood or the fender with multiple section passes I will then clean my pad in a pad washer and spin them dry on my rotary and set it aside face down on a mf towel to dry and will grab a fresh dry pad and condition it for use for the next panel.



Mike what speed do you use on the rotary to spin dry? Also how long do you spin them before setting them aside?
 
Roman92 said:
Doing it this way will get me through half of a hood, a fender, a door, or trunk lid depending on panel size. After I have completed polishing half of the hood or the fender with multiple section passes I will then clean my pad in a pad washer and spin them dry on my rotary and set it aside face down on a mf towel to dry and will grab a fresh dry pad and condition it for use for the next panel.
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That'll work. :xyxthumbs:



Mike what speed do you use on the rotary to spin dry? Also how long do you spin them before setting them aside?
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I use my Dewalt 849x to spin pads dry rather than my PE14 as the 849x will spin pads up to 3500rpm... I don't leave them on to long. 30 seconds at 3500rpm is plenty.
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/62816-my-pad-washing-technique-review.html
 
Hey Mike, Did your photos disappear from page 1? Seems like something is missing from your original post.
 
No photos ON PURPOSE!?!?

<--- Mind blown.

Ha! ;)
 
This is a GREAT technique with sound principals. It works with other polishes as well. I used it when working with OPT hyperpolish (combo of Cyan or Orange pads) with good results.

Before (Hard to see defects on white, but they are there)
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After ( significant improvement in clarity)
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Thanks Mike...this technique is a game changer.
 
Dang! Talk about excellent results! Nice save :)
 
tenblade2001 said:
This is a GREAT technique with sound principals. It works with other polishes as well. I used it when working with OPT hyperpolish (combo of Cyan or Orange pads) with good results.

Thanks Mike...this technique is a game changer.
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Nicely done good sir! Glad to see and hear of your experience.

Thanks for taking the time following up with pictures of the results. :props:

Angus said:
Dang! Talk about excellent results! Nice save :)
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:iagree:
 
Bringing this back. Wondering if the video was ever made?
I am planning on buying 12 of the LC Hybrid pads, the LC 4" plate and already have the Menz products and 3401. Have a Pad Washer to wash pads. I noticed Orange pads for FG400 and White pads for SF4000. Are there any other pads you would suggest? I was thinking 5 Orange, 4 White and 3 others?. I have been doing just my own vehicles, but been having alot of interest lately, so I may start doing this part time.

Thanks for sharing this technique and process and your willingness to help and share your knowledge. I have a 2012 Ford Edge Sport that is black and just bought used and is in need of correction. Will post before and after pics.
 
hofiveo said:
Bringing this back. Wondering if the video was ever made?
I am planning on buying 12 of the LC Hybrid pads, the LC 4" plate and already have the Menz products and 3401. Have a Pad Washer to wash pads. I noticed Orange pads for FG400 and White pads for SF4000. Are there any other pads you would suggest? I was thinking 5 Orange, 4 White and 3 others?. I have been doing just my own vehicles, but been having alot of interest lately, so I may start doing this part time.

Thanks for sharing this technique and process and your willingness to help and share your knowledge. I have a 2012 Ford Edge Sport that is black and just bought used and is in need of correction. Will post before and after pics.
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I have not made a video for this technique. I just haven't gotten around to it yet.

FG400 on orange & SF4000 (SF3500) on white and you can tackle 95% of whatever comes your way.

I would pick up the black pads as some paints may be softer where the white pads/SF3500 may be too aggressive. You can switch up to the black pads to lessen the aggressiveness and work with softer paints.

No problem. Don't hesitate to ask questions.
 
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