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what do you use to clean your pads? Right now, I'm using Dawn detergent and /or Snappy to clean the pads. I have no problems with removing polish from the pads, but removing sealants and waxes are a bear.
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Re: pad cleaning
Originally Posted by termigator
but removing sealants and waxes are a bear.
That's a good sign. If a wax or paint sealant washed out of your pads quickly and easily , you would be disappointed, that would mean they would wash off your car quickly and easily.
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Re: pad cleaning
The key, I find, is to get them quickly into a bucket with some strong APC in it and let them soak. You don't want them to sit around for a few days and then try to clean them. Dawn PD is about the strongest stuff you can use to break up the wax/sealant. Wear gloves while using it.
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Re: pad cleaning
DP Pad Rejuvinator always works for me, best part I can mix up as little or much as needed.
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Re: pad cleaning
Hot water rinse followed by Dawn PD (spray/rub/sit) for 15-20 minutes MAX. Then hot water soak in sink with FREE detergent with hand/soft brush agitation then machine wash gentle hot water with FREE detergent and a final cold water rinse then dry on a rack.
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Re: pad cleaning
Originally Posted by richy
The key, I find, is to get them quickly into a bucket with some strong APC in it and let them soak. You don't want them to sit around for a few days and then try to clean them. Dawn PD is about the strongest stuff you can use to break up the wax/sealant. Wear gloves while using it.
Need a refresher. What's Dawn PD?
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Re: pad cleaning
termigator,
Here's a relatively big ticket item, but worth every penny, IMO:
Grit Guard Universal Pad Washer,Dual action orbital pad washer, foam and wool pad washer, rotary pad washer, Cyclo pad washer, Porter Cable pad
This thing cleans my pads... all sizes, on the DA or Rotary... better in 30 seconds than my washing machine does in a normal 30 minute cycle, and it doesn't damage the velcro backing. But, I think the real value in the Pad Washer system is that the pads are cleaned instantly, on the job.
I keep mine loaded with water and a few shots of whatever pad cleaner or APC I happen to have handy. I clean the pad washer about every two weeks, but have let it go for about two months with no problem. I'm a weekender... one or two cars per week, plus the family fleet. (The Grit Guard folks probably wouldn't recommend this lax schedule, but I'm just sayin'. lol!)
You may wish to consider the GG Universal Pad Washer as a long term investment in your detailing hobby/business. I haven't done the calculation; however, I'm sure that the GGUPW is paying for itself in pad life.
I'm located about an hour west of you. If you'd like to take the Pad Washer for a spin (pun intended), send me a PM.
Jay
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Re: pad cleaning
I will get one of those pad washers one day. There is no doubt in my mind they are the ticket for best care of your pads!
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Re: pad cleaning
Thanks for the offer Jay. I would love to get the Grit Guard, but financially it's just not in the cards right now. That's a big snook BTW. How big?
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