pad recommendation please

**Mike9825** · 07-18-2007, 02:59 PM

in my first post here, I stated I have my mind pretty well set on the edge 2000 circular polisher kit. I don't run a business or anything like that, just some pads that work well and don't require a backing plate. Any other pad system that doesn't use a backing plate, I'm all ears. Thanks in advance -Mike-

P.S here's the link

The Edge 2000 8 inch Rotary Polishing Kit

**greg'sgoat** · 07-18-2007, 03:07 PM

I think EDGE has the patent on the backing plate-less pad design. I think that is the only one out there. I like the 6" edge pads for rotary because they are a little easier to control, but that is user prefrence. When I stick my 8" pads on there, they tend to want to pull a little more than the 6". But I can't avoid the 8" b/c that is what my wool pads are. However, that is my opinion, you can't go wrong with either size.

**Mike9825** · 07-18-2007, 03:13 PM

i've heard wool pads "feel" better because they don't pull as much as foam pads, that true? -Mike-

**greg'sgoat** · 07-18-2007, 03:23 PM

They don't pull as much, but they also create less heat and cut more faster, which is their main appeal.

**Mike9825** · 07-18-2007, 03:27 PM

ok, thanks for the clarification

I have some Meguiars 6" pads I used on both my PC and my Makita. Used them for about 7 years or so and there shot. -Mike-

**hydro556** · 07-18-2007, 03:50 PM

Mike, you mention a Makita. What model is it? I just ordered my first real buffer and went with the Makita 6040 because it is a dual purpose machine and I like Makita. Any opinions on it?