Microfiber Pads

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After three jobs in the past two weeks my LC HT's are already delaminating. So instead of buying more HT's I would like to buy a set of microfiber pads. I was looking at both the Meg's and OPT microfiber pads, but I just can't make up my mind. Both seem very similar, but I just don't have any experience with any microfiber pads. Can I really go wrong with either? Any experience or opinions on either would be greatly appreciated.

Scott
 
I haven't used any microfiber's yet but the Megs one did really good in the pad showdown. I use the LC thin wool though and love them but also had some delaminating. I spoke with Dave at LC and he said they are currently revising their adhesive so we shouldn't have that problem any more soon.
 
I had a LC wool pad that started to delaminate about half way and I just used a hot glue gun now its good as new again.
 
mnehls86 said:
I haven't used any microfiber's yet but the Megs one did really good in the pad showdown. I use the LC thin wool though and love them but also had some delaminating. I spoke with Dave at LC and he said they are currently revising their adhesive so we shouldn't have that problem any more soon.
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Hopefully they will take care of it. I just couldn't believe how fast it happened. I literally just got these pads a little over a week ago and now they are useless :( . It's really disappointing.
 
XxBoostinxX said:
Hopefully they will take care of it. I just couldn't believe how fast it happened. I literally just got these pads a little over a week ago and now they are useless :( . It's really disappointing.
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Contact whoever you bought them from and explain this, I would think they would send you some more. Pads are not supposed to go that fast unless your beating the bejesus out of them

Also Iv'e used TB, Opt, and Megs. Any of the 3 choices are great
Don't forget to check out Todd's A+ thead on some of these pads
http://www.autopiaforums.com/forums...rcare-com/43194-da-cutting-pad-show-down.html
 
colinpd137 said:
Contact whoever you bought them from and explain this, I would think they would send you some more. Pads are not supposed to go that fast unless your beating the bejesus out of them

Also Iv'e used TB, Opt, and Megs. Any of the 3 choices are great
Don't forget to check out Todd's A+ thead on some of these pads
http://www.autopiaforums.com/forums...rcare-com/43194-da-cutting-pad-show-down.html
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That's what I thought as well and appreciate your input. I might just contact Autogeek and see what they say. It happened to two cyan's and one tangerine. I think the tangerine was partially my own fault though. The face got caught on a headlight nipple and tore the face up. Then when I went to pull it off the backing plate it was stuck like glue and the foam tore from the velcro lol.

Thanks for your input on the pads. I have read Todd's thread a few times and every time I read it I think I become more indecisive. I might just get the Meg's 5" starter kit to try out and call it a day.
 
Look into Buff n Shine microfiber pads too. I've been using them for a year and love them. Their cutting pads aren't as aggressive as Megs, but finish down much better. Their finishing pads are just awesome all around. If I need something more aggressive, Ill use Megs cutting pads then finish with B&S.
 
XxBoostinxX said:
That's what I thought as well and appreciate your input. I might just contact Autogeek and see what they say. It happened to two cyan's and one tangerine. I think the tangerine was partially my own fault though. The face got caught on a headlight nipple and tore the face up. Then when I went to pull it off the backing plate it was stuck like glue and the foam tore from the velcro lol.

Thanks for your input on the pads. I have read Todd's thread a few times and every time I read it I think I become more indecisive. I might just get the Meg's 5" starter kit to try out and call it a day.
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No need to contact AG. Can you send me pictures of the pads you are currently having issues with? David.Patterson@LakeCountryMfg.com
 
mrclean81 said:
Look into Buff n Shine microfiber pads too. I've been using them for a year and love them. Their cutting pads aren't as aggressive as Megs, but finish down much better. Their finishing pads are just awesome all around. If I need something more aggressive, Ill use Megs cutting pads then finish with B&S.
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they are very good and high quality. never had a buff and shine pad delaminate.
 
I have not had Lake Country Hydro-Shreds delaminate very much over all the years I have used them, but I have had the Cyans totally shred themselves away - always...
For years, since they came out.

Lake Country has never done anything about this and no one has ever contacted me about it..

I am glad that they are actually interested in your issue with these pads..

Dan F
 
Meguiars have the best cut of any MF pad. B&S don't cut quite as much, but finish a bit better. These are my two favorite MF pads. Other MF pads I have used: Optimum, Rupes, and LC.

I'd like to do a side by side of Optimum vs. B&S. I love the way optimum provides smooth polishing, but lacks cut.


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Stokdgs said:
I have not had Lake Country Hydro-Shreds delaminate very much over all the years I have used them, but I have had the Cyans totally shred themselves away - always...
For years, since they came out.

Lake Country has never done anything about this and no one has ever contacted me about it..

I am glad that they are actually interested in your issue with these pads..

Dan F
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I happened to see and read his post. I hope if you ever have an issue with a pad in the future, that you reach out by emailing us.

Shredding has always been more common among the cyan foam pad, and is technically just a characteristic of the closed cell foam which is why you don't see it in other pads that do the same. It also is used for compounding or cutting and generally takes more abuse than a crimson or even a tangerine.

While I can't change the foam, I am always concerned with pad failures and delamination. We also always welcome your suggestions and feedback.

My email is above or you can contact us though our website - Lake Country Manufacturing - Wool And Foam Buffing & Polishing Products

Thanks
 
Well I have used Megs MF pads and they did not last long at all. I even had a brand new pad fall apart on the 1st panel during a paint correction after that I was done with Megs POS MF pads. I have my Uber and Buff and Shine MF pads from like 6 months ago. With proper cleaning they have not delaminated or given me any problems at all.
 
Since the new version of Meg's MF I have not had issues. They get hand washed, blown, second hand wash and blow. Rinse, blow. Then air dried. The imprint logo on Velcro ones.
 
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