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I was over in the tool forum and received a lot of good advise. I think I have settled on my initial order. Please let me know what you think. My main question is about the backing plate. 1. If it work with the GG DA and if it is a good one? Through my many hours of research I have seen several times that the right backing plate is critical. 2. Should I also buy a different polish for a better finish than the M205? The 2 vehicles I will be working on is a 2008 Black F350 and a 2012 Black Explorer. Both paints are in good condition. Thank you for your time and as promised here is the initial order. I am past my budget so if anyone has recomendations on additional items if you could also state what I would could replace.


Meguiars Mirror Glaze #105 Ultra-Cut Compound 32 oz. New D.A. Version [remove]

$25.99




Meguiars Mirror Glaze #205 Ultra Finishing Polish 32 oz. [remove]

$27.99





Meguiars X2020 Supreme Shine Microfiber Towels 3 Pack [remove]

$8.99





Free Sample with your Order [remove]
Sample 1: Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant WG-5500-S


$0.00





Collinite Liquid Insulator Wax #845 [remove]

$14.99





Dual-Action Hook & Loop Flexible Backing Plate 5" [remove]

$17.99





Lake Country 5.5 x 7/8 Inch CCS Foam Pad Kit [remove]

$99.99





Griot's Garage 6 inch Random Orbital Polisher FREE BONUS [remove]
Choose a model: Standard


$129.99





Meguiar’s D111 Shampoo Plus, 1 Gallon [remove]

$17.99





Pro Blend Bottle Proportioner 128 oz. [remove]

$5.99





Lake Country 5.5 Inch CCS Pads 6 Pack - Your Choice! [remove]
Pad 1: White
Pad 2: White
Pad 3: Gray
Pad 4: Gray
Pad 5: Gray
Pad 6: Red
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$35.99





Meguiars Ultimate Black Plastic Restorer 12 oz. [remove]

$8.99





Mike Phillips' The Art of Detailing Paperback Book [remove]
Signed by Mike Phillips?: No


$19.99
 
I would replace the CCS pads with flat pads instead. You want to maximize the working area of your pads when you're using the (relatively) smaller 5.5" pads on a DA.
 
Looks like a nice selection. But it also looks like the beginning of a bad habit, RUN now while you still can ;-)
 
umi000 said:
I would replace the CCS pads with flat pads instead. You want to maximize the working area of your pads when you're using the (relatively) smaller 5.5" pads on a DA.
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:iagree: get either the LC Flats or the hydrotechs. I haven't used the flats yet, but from what I hear, they last longer than the hydrotechs. The thing with the hydrotechs is that you should change them out very often as you are polishing. I'm thinking at the least 4 hydrotechs should be sufficient for mid sized sedan. Others may chime in on how often to change them out. I would also get the 4" spot buff pads and backing plate as well. Reason I say get the flats of hydro's is that with the CCS pads...its takes alot longer to break down the product. You get a nice cut and finish with the flats.
 
With the pads, do you have hand wash them or can machine wash them. Do you need the cleaning supplies for them?
 
Bluefan said:
With the pads, do you have hand wash them or can machine wash them. Do you need the cleaning supplies for them?
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Alot of people do both...I haven't machine washed mine yet but I will probably do so in the future. I use the following products to maintain my pads:

I'll fill up a bucket with about 3 gallons of hot water, and mix in a scoop of this stuff:

http://www.autogeek.net/dp730.html

I use this during machine polishing. I'll spray a couple of squirts of the pad cleaner and clean the pads using Mike's "clean on the fly" technique. When the pad feels alittle dry, I’ll use the conditioner:

http://www.autogeek.net/xmtpadcacofs.html

With the above, you might as well go with the three pack and pick up some of the XMT 360 spray wax…I HIGHLY suggest that stuff:

http://www.autogeek.net/xmt-series-bundle.html

For cleaning the pads on the fly, I suggest you go to TJ Max or target and get you some good quality towels. Regular terry towels will put lint in the pads. Every so often I’ll use a pad brush while the machine is spinning. But be careful and use the every so often with light pressure. Its hard enough to use this with a DA but if you barely touch the pad, it will be sufficient when cleaning the lint off the pads.
 
Thank you on the pad cleaning suggestions. Any recomendations on the back plate? I know I need a 5", just want to make sure the one I am ordering will work with GG DA and is a good one. Also should I order another type of polish in addition to the m205?
 
Bluefan said:
Thank you on the pad cleaning suggestions. Any recomendations on the back plate? I know I need a 5", just want to make sure the one I am ordering will work with GG DA and is a good one. Also should I order another type of polish in addition to the m205?
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The backing plate you chose will work perfect. You could add some PO85RD, but on most paint 205 will finish good enough to not need another step. I would wait and see how 205 works for you first.
 
Unless you already have them you will need a whole lot more microfibers than just 3.
 
I have several at home, getting 6 more of the Meguiars because recently tried them and liked them. I have quanity 2 on there so I should get 6 and have probably 20-30 at home
 
I think you have an excellent shopping cart. :xyxthumbs:

As for the flat vs. CCS pad debate, I personally prefer CCS pads but go with what you think will do you the best job.
 
Can anyone else weigh in on the CCS vs Flat pads. Anybody know what the advantages of both are?
 
ccs pads will trap the product reducing heat and keeping everything lubricated.

the flat will not retain the product quiet as fast because they are more dense.

there is a couple differences for ya.

For what its worth it seems its all about preference. they will both do what you need them to do. I bought both and plan on using each to see what I like. they have characteristics unique to their own. its a matter of choice as to what you want and want to give up.
 
Tundra_10 said:
ccs pads will trap the product reducing heat and keeping everything lubricated.

the flat will not retain the product quiet as fast because they are more dense.

there is a couple differences for ya.

For what its worth it seems its all about preference. they will both do what you need them to do. I bought both and plan on using each to see what I like. they have characteristics unique to their own. its a matter of choice as to what you want and want to give up.
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I agree with this 100% I have used both and am still trying to figure out which one I like more. I'm leaning toward the Lake Country Flat pads. Since the CCS pads trap the product, I've had more of them fail then the Flat pads

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I went ahead and ordered the flat pads. Googled the Lake Country CCS pads vs flat pads and found a wealth of knowledge. Most seem to prefer the flat pads.
 
This is what I ended up with. Thank you to all:

1 M-10532 - Meguiars #105 Ultra-Cut Compound 32 oz. 25.99
1 M-20532 - Meguiars #205 Ultra Finishing Polish 32 oz. 27.99
2 X-2020 - 3 Pack Meguiars Supreme Shine Microfiber Towe 17.98
1 SAMPLES - One Free Sample Per Order 0.00
1 CO-845 - Collinite Liquid Insulator Wax #845 16oz. 14.99
1 LC-43-125DA - 5'' D.A. Hook & Loop Flexible Backing Pl 17.99
1 GR-10750-1 - 6 Inch Griot's Garage Polisher ( NEW ) 129.99
1 D-11101 - 128 oz. Meguiars Shampoo Plus 17.99
1 PRO-308 - Pro Blend Bottle Proportioner 128 oz. 5.99
1 G-15812 - 12 oz. Meguiars Ultimate Black Plastic Resto 8.99
1 AG-MPBOOK - Mike Phillips' The Art of Detailing Paperb 19.99
1 LC-75-6PACK - 6 QTY Lake Country 5 1/2 x 7/8 Inch Beve 34.99
1 LC-75-6PACK - 6 QTY Lake Country 5 1/2 x 7/8 Inch Beve 34.99
1 XMT-PCC - Pinnacle XMT Pad Care Combo 19.99
1 W-PCB - Meguiars Professional Pad Conditioning Brush 12.99
1 D-10301 - Meguiars All Purpose Cleaner Plus D103 15.99

 
congrats on the order. Make sure you post pics in the unpacking thread.
 
Great first order! :props: You'r cars paint will probably be on the hard side, so 205 should finish pretty well. And as far as MF's go, make sure the ones you have are safe enough for paint. The worst thing in the world is polishing for hours and it looks fantastic then only to marr up the finish with poor quality MF's. Have fun! :buffing:
 
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