Question: Best DA pads for machine application of PBL SCP

[Ike21]

Hey all,

I'll be investing in some new pads (6" and 3 to 4") for a 6" Griot's DA, and was curious what combination (color/type of pad, and speed) and method most people have used for Pinnacle Black Label Surface Cleansing Polish.
Also, how many pads will I need (for a sedan and for autos like a passenger van?)

I've had luck in hand applying it after finding the right method, but from what I've read and experienced, find a machine application method that saves time and effort over hand application might prove to be challenging.

Thanks in advance!

Mike

[Mike Phillips]

Any soft polishing or waxing pad.

I try to use the soft waxing pad because all you're trying to do is massage the product over the surface for a few passes and then wipe it off.

For example the Lake Country 5.5" Blue Waxing Pad or an equivalent.

[Mike Phillips]

Used a LC Black "finishing" pad for this project...


How to detail a 2014 Corvette Stingray



Step 4: Chemically clean and polish paint to prep it for a coating
I used the Black Label Surface Cleansing Lotion on all the paint, hard smooth plastic and glass. Product was applied to the entire car at one time using a 5.5" Lake Country Black Flat Pad on the 5 speed setting of a Porter Cable 7424XP.






This car came out okay...

[Ike21]

Awesome, thanks for the guidance Mike!

Also, love your truck from the Corvette post... that's a serious lift and tire combo!

[Mike Phillips]

Awesome, thanks for the guidance Mike!

Also, love your truck from the Corvette post... that's a serious lift and tire combo!

It's not bad for being almost 28 years old... it's a blast to drive with the 350 small block but it's on schedule to get a 468 BBC this next spring.







I love Corvettes but it's easier for me to physically get into a lifted truck...

[hollerstiltner]

It's not bad for being almost 28 years old... it's a blast to drive with the 350 small block but it's on schedule to get a 468 BBC this next spring.

468 BBC? I sure hope your drive to work is closer than mine. That bad boy is gonna be thirsty.

[Ike21]

It seems like nobody makes trucks like they used to. That's good stuff.

A 428 should be stupid powerful... plus it'll sound great. I'm sure you'll get plenty more ideas at SEMA!

I miss having a truck. It's hard to get used to not being able to go anywhere you want to!