Best thing to use with red pad w my 7424
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Old Pirate
AMG Classic Car Detailing
You can use the Red Pad with 85rd and finish off with the Gold pad with your sealant.
Todd@RUPES
Just a regular guy
It's not always that simple as making general recommendations because of all the variables we face. On most paints, the red pad and the black will create a very similar finish when used by a rotary in conjunction with the same polish. The main difference will be working time, as the slightly more aggressive black foam is going to break down the abrasives faster. If you use too soft of a foam, such as the Gold Concours, you may not be able to break down the abrasive at all.
In some conditions, and on some paints, the red pad may not provide enough action to break down the abrasives either. Sometimes it might be necessary to test each pad side by side and see if you notice a difference. Hypothetically, on very soft paints, the black pad might add to the hologramming effect from polishing, requiring a less aggressive pad.
So what is the red pad be used for?
You can use it for final abrasive polishing, as well as applying a non-abrasive polish, glaze, wax, or sealant. There is some overlap as the black pad can be used for this as well.
I tend to start with the black pad, and if I get hologramming from it then I will adjust my technique. If I still get hologramming I will switch to a red pad, and if that doesn't work, then it's time to either switch machines or polishes.
Please let me know if that answers your questions, if not I will try to do better!
Todd