THE FOAM PADS I USE AND WHY

[@otispotis47]

These Force pads by Lake Country are my favorites also! The hole in tbe center also helps reduce heat while buffing!

[@maxfriedenberger8043]

which one is for the wax or sealant?

[@jonathananderson891]

Max red is your least cut they have in this set and then black is right behind it

[@fstarockaburns425]

I think the thinner pads have less sideways flex - thats why they tend to grab more and fight more. the thicker ones have more wiggle room angle wise so will absorb more unevenness before translating it back to the head of the machine - Great vids tho - Im just buying equipment for the first time and your vids are helping TREMENDOUSLY! I have to say apart from all the technicalities, nothing is more important than a 6th sense / idea of what buffing is, why things burn, that dry compound is a bad idea - even worse with too much power/rpm -

[@stanvengley]

Hi Scott I really enjoy and appreciate all your videos I love how personal and honest you are. Your the best God bless

[@billyquinn2162]

Love the videos! You should add links in the description of your videos to the products you recommend or use.

[@nctowpro]

The Mighty Quinn that’s right! And start getting paid for his link sales.

[@daproducer25]

Do you have video of you doing headlight restoration. Thanks for the pad info. I think lake country works best for me for now👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@ericdcrawford]

Great video! I was wondering if you have a similar video or recommendations for backing plates. As a newbie, I’ve also found your videos very helpful!

[@impc2505]

My go to pads are Lake Country CCS or Force pads. CCS pads can saturate quickly and be hard to clean when too much product is used but they work great for me with rotary or long throw da.

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

I'm really enjoying the force pads!....so many pads to pick from and I'm sure in 6 months i will love something else..lol..thanks for your comment Kevin and your support

[@BariumCobaltNitrog3n]

I was hoping to figure out the words compounding, polishing, correcting in a foam pad? It seems like they might be similar to grit numbers in sandpaper but which is what? And what about wool?

[@ffas23]

What is the easiest way for a DIY to clean these pads. Is cleaning them in a sink ok with some dish detergent. I have no idea.

[@nctowpro]

Thanks for this video bud. It helped me look at different options and Why one pad may be better than another one.

[@jonathananderson891]

This are the same style right by that I mean the larger ones are same as the 3 in ones they just don’t have the hole because they are smaller? Also have you tried the Uro-Fiber pads the “salt colored” ones I’ve been looking online and wanted to try it I have the larger force pads they are nice however recently I bought the da 5in set for my 3401 (with the smaller flex plate)from meg and it’s been nice

[@MrBod4life]

I too want to to try the Uro fiber microfibers. I want to know how durable they are too

[@mg-7047]

Great info., I appreciate it! I watched your vid on the HFT DA polisher and bought one; I'm sure you've sold quite a few. I don't know the common pad sizes, and you didn't get too much into how to select the proper size for the job. So, for someone who's just getting started, what size backing plate and pads should I buy to restore the paint on my 2005 black Toyota (top, hood, lid, doors, bumpers; possibly headlights)? Is one 5.5" medium cut for compounding, and one fine cut for waxing and sealing enough the body enough? What size backing plate to hold a 5.5" pad? What size backing plate to hold a 3" pad, for when I decide to do the headlights? Thanks again; I'll be watching your other vids to try to learn some more.

[@MarkHyle-fw9lr]

Hey Scott love your videos very informative for the beginners was wondering what you think about batoca dual action polisher I just purchased one and the reviews were positive. The kit comes with all sorts of pads and seems like a decent product. I'm just getting started in detailing my own automobiles and always refer to your videos before starting.

[@xchrisx4201x]

great video great info thank you for all the help and info you give us its extremely helpful

[@rubenferreyra7162]

Hey Scott what kind of pads do you recommend for a Rotary?

[@e3672222]

thanks much. just getting started with machine buffing, you are a great resource.

[@mikemangino7878]

Scott, just got the lake country low pro. Im coming from always using thicker pads. Did you ever have an issue with the pads slinging? They also feel so freaking hard compared to hex logic or LC im used to.oh am using a shurhold 3500 pro. Also the pad was primed but may have needed more.

[@carltonmack7097]

after polishing and wax/sealling, is there any pads that will just buff for a final shine? Or is that of any use?

[@howardshurst1302]

Great video! Can you recommend a forced pad for a cleaner wax for removing some light oxidation on my RV . I will be using a 5" DA Poter Cable? Thanks

[@gregelias4145]

Scott. Hi I'm Greg I noticed you have a lot of pool salt in your shop can I ask why? Do you use in water for any reason just curious? Seems like a dumb Q but if you don't ask you won't know!

[@BariumCobaltNitrog3n]

Looks like you'll never know.

[@steve5642]

Thanks so much for all the helpful vids... btw, ur towels are fantastic! Can you tell this newbie why my force pad failed prematurely - within one compounding session. It's separating from the hook/loop backing. I feel like i'm only using enough pressure to control the polisher. Not enough pressure? Too much product? Build-up? Not cleaning enough. Defective pad? Too slow with section passes? Appreciate your input... maybe other newbs will benefit.

[@joeydny5816]

I know this is an old video but, do u think the grabbiness is from the power lay down better, like a car getting the power to the floor better off the line?

[@DelgadoDetailing]

I know this is a super old video, but I noticed the forced pads are for forced rotation polishers. What if I have a free rotation polisher? Is it still good? I have a Maxshine M15pro

[@soravotkullayanavisut934]

What do you think about Maxshine foam pad?

[@bobbymorgret]

I was wondering what you use Scholls Spider pads for?? What specific situation?? Thank you for your time!

[@durayjames4901]

Have you tried the Lake Country Hybrid Wool pad. It's purple. Foam and wool.

[@tonkatoytruck]

Will clay bar remove tree sap well, or should I be looking for a better solution? Cars are parked too close to a row of crape myrtles. 2009 Santa Fe (metallic grey\dark) that has been neglected and a 2019 GS460 with a white pearl. Using Megs 105 Ultra Cut Compound on the SF and Megs Ultimate Polish on the Lexus. Am I heading in the right direction?

[@stevehlau]

Scott, love your video and I am just curious what do you think about the Griot's 5" vented backing plate compare to Lake Country 5" backing plate. I am using Griot's garage 6" random orbital with it for swirl mark removal on my daily driver. Thanks.

[@eshulrayhan9428]

I am new to detailing and your videos are helping a lot. if I have to use m105 and m205...which lake country force pads should I be using? thank you

[@alexeizaldua5877]

Orange for 105 White for 205

[@johngalv9288]

Colors? what's the difference? or is it just to keep them separate for application of wax or compound? thanks ( I use harborfreight) They recommend colors for different actions. I'm not a pro, just try to do my own cars.

[@denisef1153]

Hope you found out why the colors of the pads matter.

[@albertballtrip6706]

5 years ago!!! Need a update on the pads…

[@rickhoupt6933]

Great info. thanks. I noticed Griot's has a thicker pad as well and their Boss system pads now are the thin ones. have you since used the thicker Griot's? your opinion?

[@steveworthington9017]

What are your views on the latest 6"da from harbor freight? I think its called Bauer, is this same as the the previous one with a new name, thank you in advance

[@n3ro209]

Steve Worthington check out apex detail channel they have reviewed it.

[@Nighthawkrun]

Steve Worthington Apex did a great review on Maxshine polishers, he recommended the Maxshine M8S 8mm/900W Dual Action Polisher, I ordered one last week. it's $89

[@Ali-ve3ks]

Thanks Scott, I like your videos, thanks for your knowledge sharing, I would like to know if you are going to make a video on Gyeon with minor paint correction and applying the Gyeon. Thanks

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

yes...a little down the road but its coming:)...thanks for the kind comment and much love my friend

[@adrianhermosillo2001]

Hey scott great video , just wanted to know if you have the link of where to buy those pads ? I tried looking for them but couldnt find them

[@fhdjamshed]

Dear please suggest me a foam pad for applying wax.. i have a DA polisher and I'm a home user.. also advice a foam pad to remove swirl marks..

[@GeorgeNadaYT]

How do you take care of the pads to make them last longer?

[@mcbatehowaboutavideoonhybr8915]

Where do you get your pads and backing pads?

[@henrykk7622]

greets from Poland....I know you are not doing any hard work any more with those customers...good for you love ya all.peace

[@barkyvonschnauzer2188]

Excellent! Thanks Scott

[@scottmagyar2775]

Sir great video, question from a rookie , what pad do you recommend with harbor freight buffer tht does your car windshield polishing and base base pad to be used with buffer , thks

[@denisef1153]

Did you find your answer about the windshield? I used iron remover, clay, and a light palm buffer. Came out very nice but probably could be better. My windshield was full of rainbows and colorless speckles. I got all of that out. Looks like a new windshield.

[@alexthepainter4035]

question I just painted a fender and had clear run. I sand it with 1500 then 2000 grit. what pad to cut should I use?

[@klogjo]

My backing hit about 8 times on a large contour of my custom vette, so deep I had to wet sand them out, taught me a lesson, I was pissed

[@2010stoof]

Have you had any luck using the force hybrid thick pads on a 15mm throw polisher?

[@kimnewling5728]

Scott....please show us how to detail a full dresser motorcycle!!

[@Yos576]

Are the Lake Country HDO Orbital Foam Pads the same thickness?

[@Rolling100]

Are the bigger one"s 5.5 or 6.5"? whats the difference with the pad with the hole in the middle and the one's without the hole? GREAT VIDEO"S SCOTT!!! Learning so much from them

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

they are 5.5...the ones with the holes in the middle are made by buff and shine and they are the low pro pads..the ones without the holes are lake country force pads...hope that helps with your question and thanks for the kind words..much love my friend:)

[@martymeyer4125]

The hole is to dissapate the heat coming from the attachment point.

[@user-wo7rp6bc6t]

are all pad the same that it can fit in any other machine polisher

[@mcbatehowaboutavideoonhybr8915]

What do you thing of turtle paste wax

[@jamesdietrich5544]

What is the purpose of a bonnet on a pad serve?

[@fhdjamshed]

To the point explanation.. awesome.. 👍

[@JoseAlvarez-pg8qg]

For how long you could used a pad before throwing it away?

[@Christian-cz9bu]

I think he likes the Lake Country pads. ;) Thanks for the info!

[@bigred575]

Hey Scott, where do you buy your microfiber cloths?

[@flex_nyc9885]

I just had my car washed by hand and there are still little dirt marks that are very stubborn to come off. I got a lot of it off using a turtle wax compound and hand buffer pad. Using a hand buffer pad is going to take a long time which buffer pad attachment do you prefer I use so I can do the whole car?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

what soap did you use?..if it was a ph neutral car soap, i would get a better soap like purple power vehicle and boat wash because its actually a CLEANER and may remove the heavy traffic film you have on the car and wasn't removed with a traditional car soap..after that i would use a clay bar lightly over the car to remove any traffic film and other contaminants that are bonded to the paint before buffing with a pad and compound...do you own a dual action polisher by chance?

[@Jay-gc2re]

?? How do you use CarPro iron X ?? Does this replace the clay bar ??

[@maxbailey3087]

are those 5.5 or 6.5 pads? the orange ones

[@LudwigPig]

How do you feel about polishing scratches out of glass? I have tempered glass on a statue display case and have been running in circles trying to figure out the best “coarseness” to start with and how to finish. The scratches do stop my fingernails. Thanks you and great videos.

[@thinkforyourself5672]

Doesn't matter now I'm sure lol but a Rayon pad with Carpro's glass polish has been by far the best results I've seen on glass

[@denisef1153]

@@thinkforyourself5672 Thank You. I need this info.

[@universaldrummer08]

anyone know if you can or have tried to used a 3 inch backing plate and 3 inch foam pad with the harbor freight DA polisher?

[@puertorockgaming7285]

Have you used rupes gels and pads by any chance?

[@constantdarkfog49]

Great Scott, very good video, your information is so helpful, your making a detailer out of me, LOL, Yup

[@johngretzinger]

Hello, Scott. I love your videos and am an enthusiastic subscriber. I'm having some trouble with something you may be able to help me with. I've got a Harbor Freight DA and I like it. Thanks for that suggestion. Here's my problem; I'm struggling with excessive heat when either cutting or even just polishing. My backing plates and foam pads are getting so hot, they are being ruined very quickly. My first backing plate was by a company called Astro. It melted so much it was destroyed the first day of use. Not that much use either. Orange, Chemical Guys, Hex-Logic pad I used on it, was also destroyed by heat shortly after I got a second backing plate (Chemical Guys) and used it very little. For some reason it is getting so hot in the center that the pads are also destroyed, completely caved in and sunken in the middle, middle part of hook and loop melted and pretty much gone. This is all with very moderate use. What am I doing wrong? Now my second backing plate is showing signs of melting in the middle too. And I can't even get through one car without destroying the foam pads from all the melting in the center. ?? Now I've got a Lake Country white pad which is also sunken in the middle from melted hook and loop in the back of the pad. ??? Thanks for your videos and I hope you have an answer for this. It is getting discouraging, not to mention, expensive. Thank you.

[@kooshal0000]

From what I've learned from his vids so far, maybe you need to open the machine and add some more grease and/or upgrade the grease quality.

[@Equihua77]

Where do you purchase your polishing pads?

[@edwardmonsariste4050]

Thanks for the experienced information!

[@evchao1]

Are those the Hybrid Force pads meant for polishers like the Flex 3401 or does it not matter?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

im not sure if lake country made the force pad just for the flex but it works really well on the flex if that helps with your question:)..but you can use the force pad on just about any DA..i just find that force pads don't work well with rupes because of the large throw but thats just my point of view..thanks for your comment and support

[@mvsakthi9667]

6 inch soft pad how much sir

[@roadstar499]

i like thicker pads. contour better to surfaces ..if you need more cut just apply more weight to the pad or use a coarser polish...

[@JohnPerez-fn2ok]

What about the Boss microfiber pads? Haven't you tried them? Everyone in the forums like them more than the meguiars and LC has new HDO microfiber and foam pads

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

yes i have some boss microfiber pads, I'm still trying to figure out if i like them...im just a huge fan of meguiars microfiber cutting pad but i don't use the finishing microfiber pad...thanks so much for your comment and i will check out lake country hdo microfiber

[@JohnPerez-fn2ok]

The HDO line is their most expensive pad line for what I seen, o and you mentioned the JESCAR Compound in another of your videos could you make a video about it in comparison to the griots

[@leftwingcensorship2547]

Great video, Scott. What backing plate are you using on that DA?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

lake country...sorry for the delay and thank you for the kind words and support

[@pumaring3846]

Scott is chemical guys DA backing plate good?

[@mrrmsfucker146]

I'm pretty sure its a lake country just rebranded.

[@lowridingtrucks88]

Good video 👍

[@KelleyMobileDetail]

What do you know about Liquid Glass aka double shield

[@lowsweetcarclubmodifi3dcul861]

Hey gumba is those pad s a mix variety s

[@lowsweetcarclubmodifi3dcul861]

Ur videos are very inspiring gumba god bless Alpha auto detail Pompano beach Florida.

[@ArellanoJames]

Im new to this and getting a list of products to order, can you explain why you are using a 5" pad and backing on a 6" DA?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

the DA can be used with any backing plate you like..griots or harbor freight calls their DAs 6 inch because it comes with a 6 inch backing plate..im a fan of a smaller backing plate so i use 5 inch backing plate with 5.5 pads..hope that helps my friend:)

[@JohnBlakeJr]

New to DA polishers. Understand you like the 5” over the 6”. Is it because the smaller on is more user friendly? I ordered a Griot’s G9 6” with a few orange foam pads.

[@xchrisx4201x]

have you used Griot's 3 in 1 liquid wax ? if so what's your thoughts on it I'm looking for a good all in one or 3 in 1 product for cars with good paint... Please.S I just picked up dupli-color wax and grease remover, power clean and some stoner trim shine

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

i haven't tried 3 in 1 from griots...i have tried one-step sealant from griots and it works great!..you can find it at autozone i believe..but i think 3 in 1 should be fine from what i have heard about it..hope that helps Chris

[@jershaus]

You should link up some pads in your post.

[@BayAreaDisney]

What do you think about chemical guys pads?

[@tylough]

Thumbs down for their pads

[@rking6247]

Their pads suck.

[@FutureTireChanger88]

I would like to know your opinion on 3inch random orbital or da polishers. Are they necessary? Can I get the job done with a 5inch random orbital?

[@FutureTireChanger88]

By the way Scott love the videos keep up the good work.

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

are you talking about the griots 3inch DA?...i just buy 3 inch backing plates and it works great for me..i also have the rupes nano for really tight areas but its not a must buy for everyone...thanks for your kind words and support

[@FutureTireChanger88]

soul reflections thanks for the timely response. I was thinking about buying Adams mini swirl killer or the griots 3inch.

[@semiephemeral9]

the holes are for heat dissapation right Scott?

[@daltontran8529]

nailbomb3 yep

[@ballista7367]

These vs americana global pads?

[@onrdetailingnews802]

do you like wool pads how

[@jershaus]

Americana global not on ebay or amazon. Search directly for americana global

[@Mrtscrp30]

what is the best way to maintain those type of pads ?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

don't work them hard and keep them clean at all times..i use a mild apc and fully flush them out with a hose and let them air dry over night

[@Mrtscrp30]

did you catch that polisher onsale i remembered you said something about a coupon and you got it for $59 is that correct.? I have an old grand am i am going to learn with. and an 09 nissan altima the clear coat is just trashed dont know if i will attempt to do a self repair or just fork over the dough and get it repainted.

[@westbay5858]

@@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343 what is APC?

[@LukeLGK]

why is there a hole in some of he pads?

[@martymeyer4125]

Dissapate heat

[@Bluecollarguy87]

What about microfiber pads?

[@impc2505]

hey Scott. I have a service question for you. Do you include claybaring a vehicle when performing a wash and wax service for a customer? or is claybar considered a separate service?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

all my packages include clay bar service for new customers unless its a car I'm taking care of weekly or monthly

[@rodgerrabbit7724]

Looking at the thumbnail this video could also be called: The donuts I eat and why

[@iandavidharwin]

Lake Country doesn't make a 3" Force pad. They only make a 3.5".

[@durayjames4901]

Also what do u think of 3D products. From there degreaser, Apc, car wash soap. The HD line vs the AAT line? In my area we only have one detailing supply store and that's all they carry

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

well I'm a huge fan of hd speed..i also love the upholstery & carpet shampoo and yes it can be used as a apc plus its cheap..just dilute it in a 32oz bottle and use it all around the car including the carpet..i think you will like it....i have never used the AAT line

[@durayjames4901]

Yea the AAT line is the top grade of 3D products. Like good better and best kind of thing. HD is the better, then AAT is suppose to be the best. The sales guy was saying that it makes the compound/polishing time faster. Idk it seemed too expensive for me lol

[@blackopal3138]

Auto paint might be a thing of the past, dude. You may want to look into repairing film wraps. There is an ad for them on the page now, throughout the video. It dawned on me that the wrap is a superior way to color a car in many ways. Already, and it will get better. But what will drive the market is the options it gives consumers. BMW, Mercedes, Jaguar, Land Rover, I bet they start offering wicked designs in the next year or two, then everyone will be. gl peace

[@Jam-jt3gy]

The only guy on KZbin that takes an hour to say what could take 3 minutes.

[@henrykk7622]

Scott I like you and this what are you doing, but please stop saying to people that 2 step polishing on normal size care takes for you 5 h. In this way people will think that it takes only 5 h. Can you say to everybody that most of the cars what you working with have no mutch demage, and most o the people in the real world with this demage will not spend money for polishing. Please if you refreshing few years old paint whicht you mosty maintain don't say to people that you make 2 step polishing . show us before and after the demage of the paint what you working with.... If you think that 2 step what you are doing with your baby tool dual action power is real 2 step polishing please tell all that people the true....and of course in that 5 h you are prepering the paint and of course you will also protect this paint and detail all plastics

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

Henryk K wow you seriously need to proofread your comment before posting it. It’s completely impossible to understand what you are trying to say. And if that’s how you actually speak then well have someone else proofread it for you.

[@Brees1986]

Are you drunk? I can’t understand what the heck you’re saying.

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

Maybe I’m watching the wrong channel because after watching this video I’m completely lost lol. How about a simplified version of this video for those of us with one vehicle. I’m not a professional detailer and only have one vehicle. I’m definitely not going to purchase 20 different pads and 3 different machines lol. I have one orbital buffing machine and want to do simple things to my vehicle. Maybe consider doing a few videos for guys like me, a short series would work. How and why you should wax your vehicle and use this machine with this pad. Then go from there. Please please please please consider this lol Thanks and cheers mate

[@derekog2090]

This guy ain’t saying go purchase three diff machines u twat, he’s reviewing on what’s the best one

[@OrganicGonzalez]

Why are these pads so expensive?? How many cars can u buff with 1 pad?

[@bobbygeneperry2589]

Ed Perez it depends on how well you take care of them. I have a universal pad washer I use to clean them. I clean mine every panel and put it away and use the next clean one. I have been doing it this way for a few years.. Alll of my pads still look great. I work at a BMW dealership and put out 3 cars a day. I use the scholls blue spider and s3xxl the most for BMW and Mercedes due to their scratch resistant paint system. Depending on what other paint systems I am dealing with on the many used cars we get in. I prefer lake county pards or the 3m double sided perfect pads with the perfect it system. I use that system a few times a week. And have had those 3 foam pads the double sided wool for a year now. Although my double sided white compounding foam is starting to break down. But I can say I have made my money back 100 fold. Everything else I use only lake country ccs pads and foamed wool pads I have some that I bought in 2012 that I still use. But like I said I clean and rotate after each panel.

[@edgargomez8662]

Yes but not only one is used to cover the entire car, there are several and there is a huge investment ... I think that's what Ed Perez refers to .....

[@steveshields2293]

One pad = 1/16 to 1/24 of one car

[@dstar0007]

ARE U FROM UK OR US? BECAUSE I WANTED TO GET MY CAR POLISHED.

[@gufiaito69able]

Mike Hits he is from dallas texas

[@collaredgreens1600]

Great video! I use a Lake Country CCS orange pad but the middle is squashed now!? Is it just old or am I doing something wrong?

[@metalpolishshop]

Collared Greens - sounds like you overheated the pad. The pad has actually melted to a certain degree in the center.

[@jimdavidson5208]

Best pads are the Americana Global. Exact size, no pad stoppages, thin foam and lots of cooling holes. Thin foam pads don't stop like thick pads do.

[@jonathananderson891]

jim davidson I’ve learned that .5 inch bigger is a better solution then exact size pads ex:5.5 in for a 5 in backing plate to prevent the plate from hitting and damaging panels and paint

[@richardfox3924]

@@jonathananderson891 have 5 inch baking plate use 5.5 or 6inch bether results?

[@markkropf8295]

I thought you liked Americana pads?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

I love Americana global pads..this video was before I talked about them or wanted to talk about them

[@jerrkyd]

Do I detect a NY accent?

[@licorish]

What's your favorite waffle pads?