Has anyone used Orange Peel Removal Pad?

[ihaveacamaro]

Orange Peel Removal Pad - Denim (6") - www.CarPro-US.com (http://www.carpro-us.com/orange-peel-removal-pad-denim-6/applicators-tools/)

Has anyone used this and if so, what were your impressions?

Looks like a really cool product!

[StephenK]

Have not tried it but did look at the site and the Decon 6" pad has me interesed

[ihaveacamaro]

Have not tried it but did look at the site and the Decon 6" pad has me interesed

That looks like the nanoscrub. I personally use the speedy towel prep because I like the design better, but I think both would work. After using the speedy towel prep in FINE grade, I would recommend to everyone for quick decon.

Still, has anyone used the orange peel pad?

[FUNX650]

...has anyone used the orange peel pad?


Not CarPro's.

But...
"Nothing's better than 'corrosive-slurry on denim' in a polishing process"!!
Or so said: A metalworking friend of mine years ago.

Bob

[RMM]

I had already read about these pads some time ago. I think the potential for something going bad is very high (and if you don't have access to a coating thickness gage, it's better to forget it).

[ihaveacamaro]

I had already read about these pads some time ago. I think the potential for something going bad is very high (and if you don't have access to a coating thickness gage, it's better to forget it).

that may be true, but the same thing could be said for wetsanding. If you are trying to get orange peel out, this seems like the safest way to me, but I could be mistaken.

I really hope someone has the guts to do this!

[FUNX650]

I really hope someone has the guts to do this!


I've been told that many of the new-gen Camaros' owners are prime candidates.

:D

Bob

[ihaveacamaro]

I've been told that many of the new-gen Camaros' owners are prime candidates.

:D

Bob

I would love to do this if I wasn't a newbie at machine polishing, let alone using a rotary!

But seriously, the amount of orange peel on new Camaros nowadays is just ridiculous...

[FUNX650]

I would love to do this if I wasn't a newbie at machine polishing, let alone using a rotary!

Even without being denim-equipped..
A rotary/wool in my hands has proven, ofttimes, to have been quite 'eventful'!!

But seriously, the amount of orange peel on new Camaros nowadays is just ridiculous...


It's sad, to say the least, the huge $$$ we allot for vehicle purchases
can't be sans Orange-Peel reciprocal.

:(

Bob

[dad07]

I really hope someone has the guts to do this!

I Ain't skeerd! Send some my way and I'll :buffing: be a orange peel removing son-of-a-gun! :D

[ihaveacamaro]

I Ain't skeerd! Send some my way and I'll :buffing: be a orange peel removing son-of-a-gun! :D

I don't have the pad, but it's only 7 bucks at the link I showed in the OP :xyxthumbs:

Take the plunge for all of us :buffing:

[timaishu]

I dont see how it is any more dangerous than wet sanding. I guess it would be harder to tell when its leveled. But once its done, you dont have to sand out any sanding scratches right?

[Perfections]

Used them today.

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj72/mojosuperhero/6BC9D547-542E-4F1B-B96E-D2154F1F2D7D-9860-00000B54720804E6.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj72/mojosuperhero/4C980F4E-FEC7-4138-96D3-54E81AC53010-9860-00000B5478CA61AC.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj72/mojosuperhero/EFD45EE5-1EB2-457E-AF0A-BEA22E4C6E9D-9860-00000B54835C5EDE.jpg

My thoughts.. They work great and don't leave the typical haze from traditional sanding techniques. But that being said the pads load up quick with spent paint/product and are tough to get clean. The cushion from the pad is nice vs regular sand paper.

Aggressive abrasion with any method should be really cautioned with factory paint jobs, as these pics are from a respray. If you do decide to try and tackle something like this with no experience, expect a potential for problems.

[FUNX650]

Used them today.

^^^Per your photos: Nice!!^^^ :props:

Aggressive abrasion with any method should be really cautioned with factory paint jobs, as these pics are from a respray. If you do decide to try and tackle something like this with no experience, expect a potential for problems.

Great advice...Thank You!!

:)

Bob

[Avi@CarPro]

Hi Guys

these pads are not for amatures , people who want to use them need to have knowledge in car polishing..

the idea behind this concept is to reduce as much as possible orange peeling from the clear coat,in much safer way than sanding, and much less time.
notice!: not possible if the OP is under the clear coat.

the Denim pad is more aggressive, used for re painted cars .
the velvet pad is less aggressive , good for sticky paint, soft paint.

i will post here very latest test review one of famous detailers in Netherlands did (thank you Dennis if you watch here)

Since he wrote it in Dutch , ill translate :

These pads are designed to "orange peel" (orange peel) to reduce or eliminate without sanding. They are available in 2 flavors. Denim: (back of the path is not correct, it should be "cut hard" 2000 grit and Velvet: (back of the path is not correct, it should be " mild cut "3000grit The Denim is the heaviest and is similar to a 2000grit sanding disc and the Velvet with 3000grit sanding disc. In this review, we only used the Denim version. We have been underway with two test panels and hood of the Carclean.nl van. This was the first board with what we call "micro-peel" dimples smaller than normal orange peel but can be a lot of glare stop: The processing is a rotating machine, we tested it on a DAP900 but running at a given moment no more and the speed you do need. because the pads sheet friction with the surface it is quite warm, that can reach about 50 degrees thick. Beware so on plastic panels! Instead of water is C.Pro Fixer Polish advised. This is a cream-like polish that makes for a beautiful finish and as a lubricant between the pad and the paint. The Fixer is more creamy and therefore more suitable than Menz. We go the next time testing with Prof. Polish of Poorboy's to see how that goes. Acting on low speed (600-700) and further process around 1200 rpm. In itself not very high but at 1200 rpm, the temperature has risen to about 50 degrees! Halfway allowed a spray water (we used Spray & Wipe) to glide further extend. That's fine but as you can expect spatters that good. Test Panel 1: "micro peel." Before:

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/beforedenimpad.jpg

After:

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/afterdenimpad.jpg

This is only treated with the sanding pad and degreased, otherwise no rework had: Side by side comparison:

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/5050denim.jpg

Test Panel 2 "orange peel" before:

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/OPbefore.jpg

After :http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/afterrdswithdenim.jpg

CAUTION NOTE: Do this only on test panels and NEVER on a car yourself or someone else! the denim pad for treatment:

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/denimused.jpg

Pad "primed" with Fixer and 3 additional dots.
Acting: After the first "hit":

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/beforedenimwithrds.jpg


After the third hit:

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/afterrdswithdenim.jpg

After treatment: 50/50

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/5050onsilver.jpg

Test Object 3: bonnet has had 3-4 hits.
Before:

http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/thicknessbeforedenim.jpg
After treatment:
http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/thicknessafterrdsdenim.jpg


There was a very small haze behind so treated with final finish polish. before:
http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/beforesecondtestdenim.jpg

after :
http://i871.photobucket.com/albums/ab275/Aquartz/aftersecondtestdenim.jpg


We have not tested and want a movie making the side of the van because there is also a lot in but we were so excited that we already forests report. Is it an already euphoria? course there are disadvantages and risks. You are obviously quite heavily engaged, you get a hit about 2-3 microns away. Want the orange complete way than benje as 10-15 microns lost and the question is whether you want (and if you have the paint before) but a big improvement is almost always possible. In addition, a rotary actually a must and that not everyone has or can thereby work. too splashes everything so good masking is a must, the processing is not always smooth. On the van was not as good as the panels and was polishing Fri stiff with much splashing because there is often a spraying had to. Do not expect a smooth process as a finishing polish but the result is sure! If the pads wear out really quickly and lose their effect then you have 4-5 pads needed and these are no longer used. It is still guessing (without trying) or a path still appropriate. We are certainly very excited, the results are amazing. soon as more information, pictures or movies have these are obviously here to assist.

Thank you ,
Avi