Which Pads?
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Whatever polisher you decide on get a 5" backing plate -- even the Groits performs better with the 5.5" pads as opposed to the 6.5". You'll save some money too as the 5.5" pads are less expensive.
Stick with flat pads as opposed to dimples and waffles.
If you're new to machine polishing IMO you're best off with pads that have recessed Velcro as it's an extra margin of safety when working near protruding objects on the car. I personaly prefer Buff & Shine pads (not sold on AG)as they are very well made, good prices, less confusing array of products and they hold up well. Which to get depends allot on the hardness and condition of your paint but in the B&S line 4 orange for heavy work, 4 Green for polishing and 3 black for finishing suit me fine. Then I have a red for each wax or sealant I use--the red is very soft but very dense so allot of product is not soaked into the pad. You could have a couple of yellow on hand for spot buffing any really tough/deeper marring.
That being said Lake Country flats are top notch and great to start out with and LC Hydrotec pads are a good choice as there are only 3 different pads to purchase (but ofcourse you'll need multiples of each).
Stick with flat pads as opposed to dimples and waffles.
If you're new to machine polishing IMO you're best off with pads that have recessed Velcro as it's an extra margin of safety when working near protruding objects on the car. I personaly prefer Buff & Shine pads (not sold on AG)as they are very well made, good prices, less confusing array of products and they hold up well. Which to get depends allot on the hardness and condition of your paint but in the B&S line 4 orange for heavy work, 4 Green for polishing and 3 black for finishing suit me fine. Then I have a red for each wax or sealant I use--the red is very soft but very dense so allot of product is not soaked into the pad. You could have a couple of yellow on hand for spot buffing any really tough/deeper marring.
That being said Lake Country flats are top notch and great to start out with and LC Hydrotec pads are a good choice as there are only 3 different pads to purchase (but ofcourse you'll need multiples of each).
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Here's what I am looking at
Griots Garage Random Orbital Polish & Wax Kit, Griots Garage Dual Action Polisher, Griots machine polishes, Best of Show Wax with
lake country 5 inch backing plate, 5 inch backin plate, 5 inch hook and loop backing plate
or
Griots Garage 6 Inch Random Orbital Polisher - NEW 3rd Generation In Stock!
Lake Country 5 1/2 x 7/8 inch Beveled Edge Pads 6 Pack, foam pad kit, build a kit, buffing pads, curved edge pads (which ones and how many?) I was thinking Orangex2,Whitex3 and blackx1
lake country 5 inch backing plate, 5 inch backin plate, 5 inch hook and loop backing plate
If I need to go another way,let me know.
Griots Garage Random Orbital Polish & Wax Kit, Griots Garage Dual Action Polisher, Griots machine polishes, Best of Show Wax with
lake country 5 inch backing plate, 5 inch backin plate, 5 inch hook and loop backing plate
or
Griots Garage 6 Inch Random Orbital Polisher - NEW 3rd Generation In Stock!
Lake Country 5 1/2 x 7/8 inch Beveled Edge Pads 6 Pack, foam pad kit, build a kit, buffing pads, curved edge pads (which ones and how many?) I was thinking Orangex2,Whitex3 and blackx1
lake country 5 inch backing plate, 5 inch backin plate, 5 inch hook and loop backing plate
If I need to go another way,let me know.