Picking out DA and polish for a newb

[BudgetPlan1]

Love the car! You need to swing over to Dayton in Aug as well.
Like the name as well, but I am a Pontiac guy, so love GTO's as well. But the 'Birds are #1!

When are the Nats this year? I imagine you’ll be coming down?


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[Coatingsarecrack]

your entitled to your opinion, to each his or her own...

Yup, absolutely why I posted it. Curious, what DA do you think would be cheaper and better?


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[Silly Rabbit]

When are the Nats this year? I imagine you’ll be coming down?


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I will be there sir, it's the last weekend of August, 25-27. I hope to slide down a bit earlier than that.

[Desertnate]

Yeah I'm torn between the Speed and one. I have a feeling Speed would work just fine for the swirling that I have. However I'm also concerned that it might take more passes which means more time. Where as One would probably quicker. Guess I need figure out what pad One finishes out good with and still provides good correction as I still want to kept it to a one step.

Your example is a good reason why having multiple types on pads on hand are a good idea. If you start out using a medium cut pad and it isn't cutting enough, you can use the same liquid and step up to a more aggressive pad and it might do just as well. You don't have to only use one liquid with one type of pad.

I would think this becomes more important when using an AIO like you plan on doing. When I do my vehicles, I have polishes with a couple different levels of cut on hand and a couple different levels of pads. This allows me a pretty wide range of options to take care of anything I might encounter while doing the job. In your case, you may only have one polish to choose from, but by having multiple types of pads on hand you'll have some flexibility.

Granted, after you've worked on the vehicle a couple of times, you'll figure out what works best and you can stock up from there. However, it's still good to have a more aggressive option in reserve, even if you don't use it often. I rarely need to use my aggressive pads, but I still keep a few on hand. They have come in handy a couple times and I'm glad there were in my bin when I needed them.

[pilotpip]

Your example is a good reason why having multiple types on pads on hand are a good idea. If you start out using a medium cut pad and it isn't cutting enough, you can use the same liquid and step up to a more aggressive pad and it might do just as well. You don't have to only use one liquid with one type of pad.

I would think this becomes more important when using an AIO like you plan on doing. When I do my vehicles, I have polishes with a couple different levels of cut on hand and a couple different levels of pads. This allows me a pretty wide range of options to take care of anything I might encounter while doing the job. In your case, you may only have one polish to choose from, but by having multiple types of pads on hand you'll have some flexibility.

Granted, after you've worked on the vehicle a couple of times, you'll figure out what works best and you can stock up from there. However, it's still good to have a more aggressive option in reserve, even if you don't use it often. I rarely need to use my aggressive pads, but I still keep a few on hand. They have come in handy a couple times and I'm glad there were in my bin when I needed them.

In all honesty, the pads are the expensive part if you're wanting to get the best performance. It's important to have different cuts, but it's also important to have quantity of each. If you only have 2-3 of each you're going to be cleaning them often, or not getting the best out of them. There is a noticeable difference in using only 2-3 for a whole care vs 7-8. You'll spend less time working on the car if you are able to change to a clean pad, and you'll get faster results as they won't be loaded up with product.

[ws6guy]

Finally placed the order. Not cheap but still less than what some of the detailers around here would charge. Once the truck is done then on to the Firebird and the wife's ride.

G9 & 5" backing plate
Speed
LC Flat pads, 6 white & 6 Orange
Blackfire Pad Cleaner
Pad Brush
Carpro Eraser to inspect defect removal on test passes
Griots Synthetic Clay(always use traditional but thought I'd give this a spin)

Then decided to try some different carwash stuff, LMF Mitts, LMF Sucker Jr., & Optimum shampoo

I doubt I'll get all the stuff by this weekend but if I do I'll be in the garage all weekend

[Silly Rabbit]

Finally placed the order. Not cheap but still less than what some of the detailers around here would charge. Once the truck is done then on to the Firebird and the wife's ride.

G9 & 5" backing plate
Speed
LC Flat pads, 6 white & 6 Orange
Blackfire Pad Cleaner
Pad Brush
Carpro Eraser to inspect defect removal on test passes
Griots Synthetic Clay(always use traditional but thought I'd give this a spin)

Then decided to try some different carwash stuff, LMF Mitts, LMF Sucker Jr., & Optimum shampoo

I doubt I'll get all the stuff by this weekend but if I do I'll be in the garage all weekend

Great list!
Make sure you get some after pics, especially that 'Bird.

[Bdubbs]

Finally placed the order. Not cheap but still less than what some of the detailers around here would charge. Once the truck is done then on to the Firebird and the wife's ride.

G9 & 5" backing plate
Speed
LC Flat pads, 6 white & 6 Orange
Blackfire Pad Cleaner
Pad Brush
Carpro Eraser to inspect defect removal on test passes
Griots Synthetic Clay(always use traditional but thought I'd give this a spin)

Then decided to try some different carwash stuff, LMF Mitts, LMF Sucker Jr., & Optimum shampoo

I doubt I'll get all the stuff by this weekend but if I do I'll be in the garage all weekend

The Carpro Eraser is a awesome product. Works great in between laying down compounds, polishes, and sealants. I plan on using it on my wheels before ceramic coating them.

Also one of the best for windows!

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[Coatingsarecrack]

Finally placed the order. Not cheap but still less than what some of the detailers around here would charge. Once the truck is done then on to the Firebird and the wife's ride.

G9 & 5" backing plate
Speed
LC Flat pads, 6 white & 6 Orange
Blackfire Pad Cleaner
Pad Brush
Carpro Eraser to inspect defect removal on test passes
Griots Synthetic Clay(always use traditional but thought I'd give this a spin)

Then decided to try some different carwash stuff, LMF Mitts, LMF Sucker Jr., & Optimum shampoo

I doubt I'll get all the stuff by this weekend but if I do I'll be in the garage all weekend

What LSP you going with?


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[ws6guy]

What LSP you going with?


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