Applicator Pads

[WRXINXS]

Just wondering what everyone is using for hand applicator pads. I have been using Pinnacle foam pads and ccs foam pads (From AG) and Wal-Mart Microtex microfiber pads (2 pack for $2). Are all these considered paint safe (Will not swirl/scratch)? I heard that microfiber pads might create more drag and cause marring and because I am getting inexpensive Wal-Mart ones (they seem pretty nice/soft though) I do worry about that.

Drew

[cleanmycorolla]

I use Chemical Guys Red WAPS applicator(i think its called that, all i know is i grab a bunch everytimg i leave their warehouse) and I also use pinnacle foam ones. I only uses these with waxes though.

[ihaveacamaro]

My favorite applicator pad is this one:

http://www.adamspolishes.com/images/Product/medium/434.jpg


Not sure if they are sold individually, but they come with ultima interior guard plus.

[Johny B]

My favorite applicator pad is this one:

http://www.adamspolishes.com/images/Product/medium/434.jpg


Not sure if they are sold individually, but they come with ultima interior guard plus.

+1

[WRXINXS]

anymore optinions on foam vs microfiber and if microfiber will marr? BTW I do have one of those Ultima applicators that came with trim and tire guard plus but mine is blue and black.

[Bunky]

I like foam over microfiber. The microfiber feel like they drag more. The foam are easier to clean too. I just use mf for interior dressings, etc.

[BobbyG]

I like foam over microfiber. The microfiber feel like they drag more. The foam are easier to clean too. I just use mf for interior dressings, etc.

:iagree:

Pretty much the same here. I buy those yellow foam pads a dozen or 2 dozen at a time...

[Andr3wilson]

I go with the yellow ones, cheap and the work. The CCS ones are too big and bulky for most wax containers but they are really nice.

[GS2011]

I also like the yellow Pinnacle foam pads.

[Rmd]

I have the applicator pad shown above by ihaveacamaro, and I bought it standalone. I think Adam's makes (or more likely resells) them. not sure since i bought it otc at local detail shop. Was about $7. Have used it for Liquid wax and it worked really well.
I have also used a rubber knob kind if thing called a polishing pal that has Velcro on it and attaches to 4" pads. I used the red ccs pad with wax and that worked well too.

[WRXINXS]

Thanks guys I guess foam is the way to go on the exterior. I have used Pinnacle and Megs yellow foam and the Megs seemed more sturdy and substantial. May have just been me though.

[BrutalNoodle]

Just wondering what everyone is using for hand applicator pads.


http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/autogeek_2246_124834933
Photo courtesy of Autogeek


CG's UFO pad is also nice, but the polishing pal is really comfortable to use.

[Shortspark]

I bought these the last time I went to Harbor Freight. They are the perfect size and the cloth over foam is of pretty good quality. I don't know how they work for detailing as I have not tried them yet. At $3 for an 8 pack you can't go wrong as an experiment.
8 Piece Terry Cloth Staining Pads (http://www.harborfreight.com/8-piece-terry-cloth-staining-pads-46166.html)

[swanicyouth]

http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/autogeek_2246_124834933
Photo courtesy of Autogeek


CG's UFO pad is also nice, but the polishing pal is really comfortable to use.

I have to agree. First time I used this thing I was amazed. It cuts my wax time almost in half. You can really lay down a lot of wax fast. Now, I never use anything else.

[bikeride4fun]

I have to agree. First time I used this thing I was amazed. It cuts my wax time almost in half. You can really lay down a lot of wax fast. Now, I never use anything else.


:iagree:....Works great.....