HD Speed Pads

**ski2** · 03-26-2016, 07:17 AM

Originally Posted by silverfox

Joe....how does HD speed compare to McKees jeweling wax? I know HD speed cuts more but given you've used both, which would work on s well maintained car. I'm leaning toward the JP, but I'm not thrilled about carnuba.

Have you considered Prima Amigo? A mild abrasive with polymer fillers since you're not thrilled with the carnuba.

**geekdout** · 03-26-2016, 09:04 AM

When I read the title of the thread I thought this was about HD's new heavy cutting foam pads. It looks like it is their version of Carpro's Flash pads.

**custmsprty** · 03-26-2016, 09:13 AM

I have used Buff & Shine or LC flat orange pads with HD Speed with excellent results. It's corrected minor swirls and blemishes and finished out exceptionally well with both of these pads. I have experimented with Rupes Green pads since I have them but went back to the orange pads.

**shagnat** · 03-26-2016, 05:01 PM

Originally Posted by Joe@NextLevelDetail

It's one of my favorite pads, people get fooled and thinks it's just a polishing pad.

I consider that pad a hybrid of a cutting and polishing pad.

Funny me and Dylan from rupes, was just chatting about the yellow pad at Detail Fest, we both agreed on the versatility of the pad.

One of my favorites for sure.

Can it be used on a PC2474xp? Or does it need the longer throw of the Rupes and the like?

**custmsprty** · 03-26-2016, 05:05 PM

Originally Posted by shagnat

Can it be used on a PC2474xp? Or does it need the longer throw of the Rupes and the like?

I think you'll be bogging down your PC with that pad. I'd be more inclined to use the Griots new flat pads on your PC if you're willing to invest the money.

**Zubair** · 03-27-2016, 11:47 AM

Don't wana create a new thread but here's something I'm curious about.
What would give a better end result, HD Polish + HD Poxy OR HD Speed alone?

**Mike Honcho** · 03-27-2016, 11:55 AM

Speed

**TTQ B4U** · 03-27-2016, 12:18 PM

Originally Posted by Zubair

Don't wana create a new thread but here's something I'm curious about.
What would give a better end result, HD Polish + HD Poxy OR HD Speed alone?

HDSpeed has a finer polish compound in it by a couple steps thus I would bet it would finish out better. In the end it might boil down to splitting hairs.

Results will depend on what you're starting with too. Do you need light to medium cut or a heavier cut? HD Adapt might be something to consider if you need heavier. It finishes quite well.

In either case, yes even Speed, hit it with Poxy afterwards and you'll be very pleased. I've used HDSpeed more than Adapt and while it does seal I don't see longevity of the sealant in Speed like I do a stand alone product. Poxy rates very well.

**Zubair** · 03-27-2016, 12:21 PM

I've read threads where fellow forum members stated in their experience that Speed cut more than Polish and left a glossier finish. If they reading this maybe they might comment.

**Joe@NextLevelDetail** · 03-27-2016, 12:25 PM

Originally Posted by Zubair

I've read threads where fellow forum members stated in their experience that Speed cut more than Polish and left a glossier finish. If they reading this maybe they might comment.

HD speed is not just 75% HD polish and 25% poxy.

HD polish does not cut as good as HD speed.

I talked to David from 3d at detail fest to clarify this.

Speed has a combination of different abrasives from the hd polish lineup.

He didn't tell me the exact formulation but he was basically implying that it's some of HD cut , some of adapt , and polish, he said he is not going to tell the percentages for obvious reasons.

But I was very suspicious when people said it's just HD polish with poxy.

HD Speed cuts way better then polish.

And I know that makes more sence , it did to me.