CCS vs Flat pads
06-30-2008, 03:52 PM
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I've used both and they work just about the same. The CCS seem slightly easier to control on the rotary, though, I guess since there's never as much pad directly on the paint. Rotary buffers 'torque-steer' like a btch! lolol
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06-30-2008, 06:24 PM
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In my opinion they both have pros and cons. The dimples make it easier to spread product because it releases more product while buffing. However I do not like this feature when polishing because I prefer the product to breakdown in a uniform manner. I do not want some polish to be totally broken down, while I'm almost done polishing and the pad is releasing fresh polish that has not been broken down at all. Also the dimples prevent the pad from making contact which slightly reduces the cutting power. Therefore I have stayed with my flat pads and would recommend them to others as well. Both will work, you just have to figure out what works best for you. Let me know if you have any other specifics.
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06-30-2008, 06:59 PM
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Thanks greg
I'm about to order:
Aerospace Protectant - 16 oz
All Purpose Towel - 16" x 16"
Black Finishing Pad - 6.5"
Blue Fine Finishing Pad - 6.5"
Cleaner & Spot Remover - 32 oz
Fine Grade Clay Bar - 200 g
Microfiber Cleaning Detergent -
Orange Light Cutting Pad - 6.5"
Purple Foamed Wool Pad - 6.5"
Sheepskin Wash Mitt w/no thumb
Snappy Clean Pad Cleaner
Spray & Wipe (S&W) - 32 oz
Waffle Weave Drying Towel
White Polishing Pad - 6.5"
Jetseal
PB Nattys
I'm about to order:
Aerospace Protectant - 16 oz
All Purpose Towel - 16" x 16"
Black Finishing Pad - 6.5"
Blue Fine Finishing Pad - 6.5"
Cleaner & Spot Remover - 32 oz
Fine Grade Clay Bar - 200 g
Microfiber Cleaning Detergent -
Orange Light Cutting Pad - 6.5"
Purple Foamed Wool Pad - 6.5"
Sheepskin Wash Mitt w/no thumb
Snappy Clean Pad Cleaner
Spray & Wipe (S&W) - 32 oz
Waffle Weave Drying Towel
White Polishing Pad - 6.5"
Jetseal
PB Nattys
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07-01-2008, 01:27 AM
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Ive used and have both. I prefer the ccs pads, atleast the white ones because the rest of my ccs pads have not arrived. Im using them with a flex 3401 and have enough correcting ability with a white ccs pad using sip as my polish to clean up compounding marks for 100% correction using a yellow flat pad and optimum hyper compound. This is completly breaking down both polishs until they are clear. Sip ive actually broken down until there was nothing left on the paint just to see what happened. What I have noticed is the ccs pads wear much much faster than my non ccs lc pads. I still prefer my ccs pads though.
07-01-2008, 08:19 AM
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I guess ill try the flats one for now..i think either pads will make me happy.
I figure the Flat ones would be better since it makes more heat then ccs, i think thats good lol
I figure the Flat ones would be better since it makes more heat then ccs, i think thats good lol
07-01-2008, 06:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Detailed Image
In my opinion they both have pros and cons. The dimples make it easier to spread product because it releases more product while buffing. However I do not like this feature when polishing because I prefer the product to breakdown in a uniform manner. I do not want some polish to be totally broken down, while I'm almost done polishing and the pad is releasing fresh polish that has not been broken down at all. Also the dimples prevent the pad from making contact which slightly reduces the cutting power. Therefore I have stayed with my flat pads and would recommend them to others as well. Both will work, you just have to figure out what works best for you. Let me know if you have any other specifics.
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07-02-2008, 11:14 AM
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Sweet! i get mine monday 
what polishes did you get?
i order a lot lol i got carry away
what polishes did you get?
i order a lot lol i got carry away
Mackie, the guys on Autopia said to beware of the yellow pads...are they extremely aggressive?
07-02-2008, 08:55 PM
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Originally Posted by UofA350Z
I use Optimum products. I really like them and haven't branched out to try anything else. Post up what all you got when it arrives.
Mackie, the guys on Autopia said to beware of the yellow pads...are they extremely aggressive?
Mackie, the guys on Autopia said to beware of the yellow pads...are they extremely aggressive?
07-02-2008, 09:23 PM
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Yeah i got menz 106ff and SIP
But i just read on autopia that SIP and 106ff fills...wonder if its true...alot of people on there says it fills if thats the case i rather just use glaze grrr
But i just read on autopia that SIP and 106ff fills...wonder if its true...alot of people on there says it fills if thats the case i rather just use glaze grrr
07-03-2008, 09:42 AM
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The SIP and PO106FF have a very small amount of oil in them that makes the product easier to move around on the surface. Most polishes have some oil or other ingredient that has a similar affect. This can leave an extremely fine layer of oil on the surface, which may hide some extremely light imperfections. This should not be nearly as much as a glaze would though. These polishes are primarily geared towards permanently removing imperfections and are amongst the very best. To remove the oil you can do a variety of things: re-wash the vehicle, spray on and wipe off a 50/50 mix of rubbing alcohol and water, spray on and wipe off Menzerna Top Inspection, apply a cleaner wax/chemical polish. All of these steps will ensure you have a clean surface before applying a sealant or wax.
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