What pad size when applying wax via DA?

[nissenc1337]

I've seen a lot of people use 4" pads when applying wax to their cars after they completed their correction. Is there a reason for this or does it really not matter?

[TheCougarGuy]

I use whatever size pad I use for the correction, which is typically 5.5".

[dorkiedoode]

I use 5.5 so it'll be faster. 4 inch pad would be better of you have a lot of tight spot. I'll just get those spot with an applicator pad.

[quantim0]

I use a 6" blue pad. Just because I bought a few when I got my GG6. I don't use 6" pads for much now, so there's no real reason other than I have them.

I will be getting some 5.5" blue pads so I won't have to change backing plates to wax after polishing. I'd just use whatever size you routinely use to polish, keep things simple.

[Fishincricket]

Use as big a pad as you can get away with....

[kimtyson]

Yeah, basically whatever works for you. The bigger the pad, the less work you need to do. Of course, a huge pad won't fit in tight spots, so there is a balance. But, to really answer your question, it makes no difference if you use a small pad or a large one. It's all about the job and the result when you're done.

[y8s]

with wax, you're moving across the surface pretty fast so size isn't as much of an issue. but if you can't fit a 5.5" pad into your can of wax, then use something smaller.

[nissenc1337]

Yeah, basically whatever works for you. The bigger the pad, the less work you need to do. Of course, a huge pad won't fit in tight spots, so there is a balance. But, to really answer your question, it makes no difference if you use a small pad or a large one. It's all about the job and the result when you're done.

Thanks! I've no idea how large my can is, i'll need to check.