Question on synthetic clay mitts and their size/shape variations

[MrOneEyedBoh]

So I used to have a mitt and now its time to get another one. I didnt mind the mitt at all but wondering if something the GG Brilliant Finish Syn Clay puck/sponge works better for ease of handling. I dont see it taking much longer than a mitt. Then I was thinking about getting something larger like a 6" Nanoskin DA foam pad used for buffers and doing that by hand. I just dont feel like using the mitts allows for flat pressure on the paint like something that is sponge backed and allows for uneven pressure, if that makes sense.

thoughts?

[57Rambler]

If you go the route of using the DA pad, grab one of these to use with it ...


Nanoskin Hand Strap Applicator - 5 inch (https://www.autogeek.net/nanoskin-autoscrub-hand-strap-applicator.html)

[SNP209]

I've had good luck with these

Nanoskin Autoscrub Speedy Prep Sponge Combo Pack (https://www.autogeek.net/nanoskin-speedy-prep-sponge-combo.html)

[WaxMaster1]

I've had good luck with these

Nanoskin Autoscrub Speedy Prep Sponge Combo Pack (https://www.autogeek.net/nanoskin-speedy-prep-sponge-combo.html)

Same ones I use.

[Dr Oldz]

I’m going to say this falls under the personal preference.

Personally I like the Optimum Clay towel when I use a synthetic clay.

Optimum Ultra Clay Towel (https://www.autogeek.net/optimum-ultra-clay-towel.html)

[PaulMys]

I have the mitt, the GG Brilliant Finish, and the Nano-skin sponges.

I still use all three, but if I had to pick just one I'd have to go with the Griot's.

The Nano-skin sponges are great for small/narrow areas though.

[MrOneEyedBoh]

Paul since you have all three, can I get a picture of them
Side by side and maybe with a dollar bill in the picture for size reference

[PaulMys]

Paul since you have all three, can I get a picture of them
Side by side and maybe with a dollar bill in the picture for size reference

I'll get them together when I can, may be a little bit. I'm juggling a few things tonight......

[PaulMys]

Mr. Boh... here is a Nano & the GG I grabbed from one of my bags.
Can’t find the mitt without going through all my stuff (too much stuff) but it is approximately 6x9”
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200410/207282026e0bae42e1b27133b1408a6a.jpg


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For another reference, a US bill is 2 5/8" X 6 1/8"....... :)

[Coatingsarecrack]

Mr. Boh... here is a Nano & the GG I grabbed from one of my bags.
Can’t find the mitt without going through all my stuff (too much stuff) but it is approximately 6x9”
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200410/207282026e0bae42e1b27133b1408a6a.jpg


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For another reference, a US bill is 2 5/8" X 6 1/8"....... :)

I bought this same combo (Griots was OTC) because i forgot to order a clay mitt when i was doing my coating.

Figured it was temporary and would replace wirh mitts/towels later. No need this combo worked great and was super quick. I feel the Griots puck applies better even pressure and easy to see where your passes end.


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[MrOneEyedBoh]

Mr. Boh... here is a Nano & the GG I grabbed from one of my bags.
Can’t find the mitt without going through all my stuff (too much stuff) but it is approximately 6x9”
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200410/207282026e0bae42e1b27133b1408a6a.jpg


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For another reference, a US bill is 2 5/8" X 6 1/8"....... :)


Thanks! This is exactly what I was thinking/wanted. Appreciate it. Looks like I might go with the GG.


I bought this same combo (Griots was OTC) because i forgot to order a clay mitt when i was doing my coating.

Figured it was temporary and would replace wirh mitts/towels later. No need this combo worked great and was super quick. I feel the Griots puck applies better even pressure and easy to see where your passes end.


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Thats what I was wondering... I may just get the GG...

[MrOneEyedBoh]

Mr. Boh... here is a Nano & the GG I grabbed from one of my bags.
Can’t find the mitt without going through all my stuff (too much stuff) but it is approximately 6x9”
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200410/207282026e0bae42e1b27133b1408a6a.jpg


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For another reference, a US bill is 2 5/8" X 6 1/8"....... :)Hey, if you don't mind... I can't find this info anywhere, can you measure across the front of the GG pad? Trying to see the surface area/diameter and compare it to a 6" clay pad for the DA....

[PaulMys]

Hey, if you don't mind... I can't find this info anywhere, can you measure across the front of the GG pad? Trying to see the surface area/diameter and compare it to a 6" clay pad for the DA....

Exactly 4 inches. :)

[MrOneEyedBoh]

I was thinking about that, so with that being said, I don't think the added cost of the 6" pads and backing hand plate is worth it... Plus this will allow me to get into areas easier than a 6" pad

[Coatingsarecrack]

I was thinking about that, so with that being said, I don't think the added cost of the 6" pads and backing hand plate is worth it... Plus this will allow me to get into areas easier than a 6" pad

Yeah I thought about that before buying but then went to Advanced Autoparts and they had it their and I wanted to get started.

I ordered the Autoskin first but it was tiny. Ended up being perfect combo for me.


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