Foam vs Microfiber - Choosing The Correct Polishing Pad - Chemical Guys CAR CARE

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[@ChemicalGuys]

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[@dickfitzinya3082]

This video was very informative. Especially the part where I learned that a 6.5" microfiber pad and a 6.5" foam pad were the same size. I also discovered a foam pad was made of foam and a microfiber pad was faced with microfiber. You learn something new everyday.

[@lurima5785]

Sarcasm : 100

[@noah766]

When you take attitude to a whole new level

[@driveri1435]

😂

[@renemusictv413]

Bwahaahaha...his voice is annoying though, you must place your EAR near the speaker to comprehend what he is murmuring

[@kyletexas1783]

Name checks out

[@mutantbaby1672]

I'm more confused now than before watching the video. Thanks!

[@3rdGenGuy]

I like the microfiber for cutting, and foam for final polishing.

[@danieljordannicol9937]

think this video could have been 1 minute long

[@blade913]

I feel like explaining what each one did was drawn out WAAAAAAAAY too long. Too many examples vs application.

[@ChemicalGuys]

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[@blade913]

Chemical Guys I've seen it, you guys makes some nice stuff. A buddy of mine liked your heavy metal polish.

[@ChemicalGuys]

Awesome! Glad to have y'all in the Chemical Guys Family! ❤Jenn

[@chadrowan3422]

I know my shapes

[@toadpad123]

so its best to use the corect one, and not the wrong one, now its up to you to decide, or use bolth or or or

[@Therealayesam]

Hilarious

[@Kenny_Kortright]

Frrr

[@odeyinnocent7358]

Many thanks bro, but the audio was poor.

[@Jaytec359]

My left ear is very lonely....

[@Lauritsen24]

Im deaf on the left side so now you know how i feel.

[@lukeheidland4333]

I thought it was just me or my laptop glad I'm not the only one

[@socal_zr2]

He spent 8 minutes saying the same thing over and over. Did not explain actual differences or except for stating one is foam and one is microfiber......

[@quadgod8111]

maybe you just cant listen

[@danielmccarthy8023]

+Robert Soriano He answered the question at 1:25

[@CB-xf6jc]

+Robert Soriano I'm sorry that you are so dumb.

[@anr1682]

This video is very long and made me loose interest 2 minutes in. He could get to the point faster and more effective.

[@danlc95]

This video answered a ton of questions. Many thanks!

[@jeffsond]

Ok, I have a 93 Mustang with single stage paint. It was beautiful before I had to drive it thru a salty road after a winter storm. This is my show car and never goes out in the snow normally. That being said I decided to do something I never do... wash the salt off with a touch less car wash... Big Mistake. It took all the shine off my car and stained it was soap stains that I can’t wash off. I took it over to my buddy who is no professional with a buffer we used I believe the green foam pad and some Groits polish. It worked great on one fender. After watching and doing this I will be purchasing my own orbital polisher and continuing with polishing the paint. I’ve had numerous people tell me to take it to a professional for this... but like I said it worked really well and seemed pretty easy to do without using any pressure and continuing to move the buffer. What pad would u think I should use? Continue with the foam pad?? I felt fairly confident it using it or go to the microfiber ? Thanks for any input.

[@shokher999]

Wasted 8 minutes listening to this guy ramble on.

[@jarvis2101]

Hey great videos I think I've watched them all twice lol but I've got a 2007 dodge ram white with terrible swirl marks and was looking to do a one step polish do you think the v36 with the orange pad would do? Thanks!!

[@exit07]

What is the best way to clean this types of pads after its used? Thanks.

[@ExhuastedLama]

How many Hexlogic Pads do I need to do a entire car? I have the one of orange, white and black but I don't know how much I can use one pad before switching to a clean one.

[@RussellKasem]

I typically use one pad for each step of the polishing process. If you're applying proper, even, pressure the pad should get you through the entire car. The only thing I've noticed is, as you get close to finishing the pads do tend to get gunked up with too much product. "Less is more"!

[@iqbal1618]

For HS clearcoats hard clear which is better foam is little less cutting and not able to remove sandpaper marks will a microfiber will remove the marks

[@idigitalclic857]

Great Video. When in doubt use the Microfiber Pad.

[@ChemicalGuys]

Happy detailing!

[@ithsburtondwight]

Great video! Btw, what kind of pad is good for bmw cars?

[@jerryguzzi]

And I'm still using the old wool pads on my Sioux buffer that I've had since the 60's.Depends on the headlight lens, to how I'll polish it out. I've used 400 grit wet, then 600 grit, then 1200 grit wet sanded. Have used base coat polish and also Meguiare's polish and if it's to bad I go to partsgeek buy new.

[@1280spoon]

I have a jc penny polisher that's still working 100% trigger style speed and I use it on headlights and it makes them look new

[@AriMenachem]

Would foam pads be safe to use on a Subaru? Could I get away with foam as long as I use a lighter polish and pad? or are the foam pads to harsh no matter what pad and polish combo I use?

[@Super-Kuper]

The difference between microfiber and foam is that one is made out of foam, and one is made out of microfiber. Glad I wasted eight minutes to learn that.

[@thatflywelshguy9662]

The way I’ve always seen it is the foam is the safe option and hard to mess up when you’re inexperienced. Microfiber is faster and more aggressive.

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hey there! That's right a foam pad is easier to finesse and finishes well. A microfiber/wool pad cuts faster and has the tendency to leave a haze.

[@philindeblance]

Great points about hard vs soft, but the microfiber gets hot much faster and flashes much faster. Why not explain this?

[@philippemqt]

still very confusing. It seems that both are good depending on how hard the paint is and you have to try them both before deciding. And the the sponge comes in different colors. great 7.48 minutes to get to that conclusion... exhausting to watch

[@safari2447]

Thanks. Healpful video :)

[@Shabec2982]

If your not a pro, use the foam pretty much.

[@fittripbikes]

He is mad, i am mad. The type of my mad is different from his type of mad ,sometimes his mad is better than mine and vice-versa but both ,his mad and my mad give very good results on different types of mad.

[@totalbliss1]

Good detailers generally use the microfiber pads for compounding/cutting and foam for polishing and waxing.

[@yeshayahu8358]

Johnny Blaze I do

[@Boodieman72]

Can the microfiber pads be used on a rotary?

[@jawadarif5676]

I would be caution as the they the form hex pad.

[@HuuTonyTran]

I have a 2005 Lexus IS300 Dark Grey,And I'm not sure which pad I should be using? If I look at the paint out in the sun its glittery & the bonnet has light swirls marks with minor scratches around the car. I was planning to polish the car with microfibre pad & then wax it with foam pad is that a good idea?

[@ImElkay]

+Tony Tran I just used the orange pad to use compound and then white to use polish

[@gigglvideos8977]

Which one do you think is best to use for a beginner whose never done it before and on a vehicle that has never been touched. An older car.

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hey! Use a DA or random orbital with an Orange Hex-Logic Pad to hone your polishing skills.

[@roshan517]

yeah

[@jokil1986]

So I have Hyundai Genesis for 6 years, and I never polish it. Couple scratches here couple there. What would you recommended? foam or microfiber? and which colors? thanks for help guys

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hi there, not sure what you're asking because you can use both to ensure a great wash. If the scratches are minor and you don't feel the need to polish, we suggest you try one of our Glazes to mask the minor scratches and swirls so that it appears flawless. Follow the link to check some of them out. www.chemicalguys.com/Glazes_Auto_Detailing_Paint_Reconditioning_s/4.htm

[@Gcooper0021]

Then go over the entire car with the combination desired. Then move down gradually with finer pad and compound combos. Does this help? If not and you want to know more, simply personal message me.

[@KahunasGarage]

05:03 He got you. . .

[@donutmanbmw1]

So always love your stuff but like today the sound is always to low. Thx anyways. Donut

[@MohdRadhwan]

Your voice sound is too low.

[@ronoliverson8779]

The difference between the 2 pads is... MICROPHONE/VOLUME

[@mraccord92]

Soft paint.. Hard posting.. How do to tell?

[@Explore-Gobal]

I made it to around 5 minutes and then slowly my head nodded as he went on and on...luckily there were many comments that caught my eye as my head was rolling forward. This stopped my head from crashing into my desktop. There should be a warning "Will cause drowsiness, disorientation and possible head butts with desk!"

[@Gcooper0021]

First, designate a "test" area on your paint. Start with a fine grit compound with a fine grit cutting foam pad. This will remove defects. If it does not remove all of the defects desired, move to an area close to your "test" area on the paint. Bump up to a heavier grit compound with a heavier grit pad if desired. Repeat this process until your resurface an area on your paint to the desired finish. (to be continued)

[@bmann792]

What do you recommend on corvette c6 fiberglass

[@Gcooper0021]

@@bmann792 sir, that is very dependent on the amount of surface defects you have. I would need a picture to even start a recommendation.

[@orestesdd]

Where can I find the hex logic 6" pad since I have a 6" PC 7424XP Variable-Speed Polisher with a 6" plate? It seems all the hex logic pads I can find are 6.5" size. Thus, can I use a 6.5" pad on a 6" plate? Thanks for this video.

[@alexagnew5457]

orestesdd yes you can

[@mariolaberge7741]

Thanks for the video by the way, with your experience what pads are good to work for my 2010 Camaro

[@LOV2XRL8RL]

So bottom line, what's the difference between them?

[@leftyhara3876]

'we tested the difference between micro fiber pads and an Eggo waffle.'

[@dani89vatera]

I've a flex 3401 with your microfiber cutting pad + finishing pad, and I use it with 3m products....do you have an idea why do I get holograms? Thanks

[@jaimecantu5387]

Rotary polisher produce holograms....but they go away once you polish the paint with a polishing foam pad.....

[@Anonymous-vh6kp]

I've attempted to watch this video numerous times but have never made it to then end...

[@mareksumguy1887]

+Anonymous This jackass keeps contradicting himself.

[@itsyaboycris2987]

Why is the sound only on the right side

[@olenderc]

Yes, you're actually supposed to use a pad slightly larger than your backing plate so you have a little pad overhang protecting your paint from the edge of the backing plate. So yes, you would use a 6.5" pad with a 6 " backing plate.

[@massdass4162]

Video was too long. Halfway through it, I got hungry so I left it playing and went to the kitchen to fix my self a sandwich. But then I found out that I'm out of mayonnaise so I went to a store. There, I saw the most beautiful woman I have ever seen in my whole life. But I'm really a shy person so I took up a three-year personality development course so I can introduce my self. She was very friendly and all, but unfortunately, she has a boyfriend. So I said, all good, I'm a mature person. I want the best for her and I harbor no illusion that I am the best person for her and she seems happy with her boyfriend, so I did not bother her anymore. But we kept in touch and we became friends and I got over my crush on her. Then she broke up with her boyfriend, we drank some alcohol because of it, I told her she'll be fine and I wished her well. I still think she's the most beautiful woman in the world, but like I said, I am over my crush on her. It was like five years already when I first saw her. Besides, I am quiet happy with the friendship I developed with her. It was more important than a crush. So we kept hanging out, drinking, having coffee, and all. I had a girlfriend, she started dating other guys. My girlfriend wants to live some other life without me in it, so I said, okay, I want the best for you and I want you to pursue your happiness. My lady friend and I drank alcohol about it, and she gave me the same advice I gave her when she was in that position and I became okay with the breakup immediately. But we were really drunk, so she spent the night in my apartment. I only have one bed, so you know what that means: She took the bed and I slept on the couch. But on the couch, I really can't sleep. Something was bothering me. So I tossed and turned for about three hours, then I finally can't take it anymore, I stood up and went straight to my room where she's sleeping. I approached the bed, gently sat on it and I reached for her shoulder to pull her closer to me. She stirred and woke up. She asked what's up. I told her, you know, the first time I saw you, I was watching a video and left it playing to get my self a sandwich then went to the store to get some mayo then I got distracted by life that I forgot to finish the video. She said, you know what, I've been wondering about a weird noise in your night drawer. So we opened that drawer, and lo and behold, there's my phone and this video still has two minutes of play time on it.

[@SuperJTX1056]

This comment was god-tier 😂 Any updates since it has been a year since you posted it?

[@Nintendude2013]

Wtf ahhaha

[@danielalvarez9720]

That was hilarious!!!!!

[@charliegarcia3267]

I read this entire comment and video was still playing when I was done reading.

[@scotts6596]

The best pad is the ones they sell. Not a single straightforward answer. Marketing hype! Paint type, age and condition are the key factors in choosing. Then brand of pads. Thanks for helping to confuse us. 😂

[@BenTroxell]

You sound like Rick from Rallysportdirect.

[@sergionunez2278]

Buen video pero háganlo en español también 😣

[@uuulaalaa]

how hard is the paint on my e92 m3 ?

[@saintex190]

Hard. But not as hard as some but harder than others. Try both and see which works better for you.

[@HEADBANGRR]

Hello, what's the difference between the BUFX111HEX6 pad vs BUFX_101HEX6 pad? Thanks

[@morphN280]

can you use microfibre pads on the rotary??

[@ChemicalGuys]

You could but it would have to be some seriously tough paint to use it on, also since you would be using the two together, they would generate allot of heat. It's best to use them with a dual action, more balancing there between pad and machine.

[@morphN280]

thank you very much :d

[@ChemicalGuys]

No problem buddy

[@zenonmoreno9652]

09 Mercedes E-350 has hard or soft paint?

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hi Zenon, good question. Every car is different and there is no way of knowing what kind of paint your car without actually testing it. Start off with V36 and an orange pad, and then go from there. Click the link below to get step-by-step instructions on how to test spot your paint and determine the combination of product and pad that is best for your car. Thanks for watching, Zenon, and thanks for being a part of the Chemical Guys family! www.chemicalguys.com/How_To_Choose_The_Right_Compound_Or_Polish_For_Your_Car_s/644.htm

[@yamilrivera3635]

The BMW Mersedes porche audi and volvo are soff paint if is original paint is diseñado for contracion anf expansión for the cold and Hot tempetures

[@yamilrivera3635]

And newr cars are water base paint wt polimer so they are softer if you have a car 2018 up to 2021 the majority are water base pain

[@aabrigs2560]

Teu ngarti aing mah nyarios naon eta

[@2010stoof]

That looks like a 5.5" pad. Unless you have very small hands

[@tmst2199]

The sound quality is intolerable.

[@broccolihart1]

Man. If only 15 yrs ago these dayum things were selling.....

[@spacepodstudio]

Dobby.

[@edwardmonsariste4050]

Gaaaaaaaaawwwwwwddddd. I will never get that 7 hours back that I wasted on this video. I am really interested in the difference between foam and microfiber pads. Didn’t find it here.

[@youknownothingofmeormywork6001]

How to choose the right pad: try both.

[@annagraham6204]

This guy chooses which color pad to use depending on his outfit.

[@giovannys100]

sound is tooooo baaaadddddd

[@bobbobby1412]

7 minute video which could be more concise and clear, only to conclude "each car is different. test for yourself". Aw, hell no!

[@builthatch]

this is the worst video on the internet. i had to watch it in two parts because i couldn't take that much pain for naught in one session.

[@maddumpling119]

Just wasted my 7 minutes

[@god_damn9661]

"...STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITET.." lol Poor 'students' hearing ur helpless annoying talk!!!

[@vijunshiji1]

you have to speak louder. CAn someone turn u upsside down and turn up the volume >???? Grow a pair and speak up like a man, SIR

[@user-tj4df5ie3x]

Downvote!