Flex pads

MobileJay · 11-02-07, 03:00

I know there are only a few of us here that have a Flex 3401 but I was wondering what pads you are using. I know some are with CCS and some with Erasure. Are those the only two? I want to find some 5.5 CCS pads for the new backingplate when it comes in but I don't know if I like the flat edge. I used the somewhat curved edge and loved them(6.5) I don't know if they make the ccs curved in a 5.5. So what other pads have you used that you like a lot? I really like the 6.5 ccs, they worked good for me, no skipping or anything.

superchargedg · 11-02-07, 07:35

I am using the ccs pads(ones with the dimples i think that is what they are called) and they will pull you around some.I am going to try the erasure pads next and see if they smooth out the ride a little.

DJ_JonnyV · 11-02-07, 08:34

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Originally Posted by superchargedg

I am using the ccs pads(ones with the dimples i think that is what they are called) and they will pull you around some.I am going to try the erasure pads next and see if they smooth out the ride a little.

I'd almost be willing to put money down that they do. As we discussed before, I had the same issues as you with the CCS pads. Also, I'm starting to like the Detailer's Paradise pads as well. I think they are sourced from LC as well, but are flat or kind of a reverse egg shell shape where the center is concave in. I think this works out well since, it seems to me, the center of the pad protrdes out when polishing, thus making the pad flat.

MobileJay · 11-02-07, 09:13

I might have to try the erasure pads then. see how they work out.

frostydog · 11-03-07, 12:45

I'm def a fan of the concave type pads, for me they're more manuverable...easier to work in tight areas using just the edge/side of the pad and such.

I have used the CCS "flat bottom" type pads and thought they worked fine. I didn't really notice the skipping others have. I more didn't like having to use the entire 6.5" pad surface on the paint.

My concave pads round from the bottom to the side...while the CCS pads seem to be more of a 90 degree angle. I prefer the rounding sides of the concave type pads.

The problem is, I'm having trouble finding the older style concave pads...most pads seem to now have flat bottoms.

MobileJay · 11-11-07, 06:52

okay I finally received the bp in the mail and was wondering if I can still use the 6.5 concave ccs pads with it. With the smaller backing plate would it act any different to use a bigger pad? I don't really want to buy a flat edge pad. I like the concave ones a lot. Centering is going to be a task though I think. Anyway, if it is going to be better to use a smaller pad I guess I will try out the erasure ones but don't want to. Let me know please. Thanks

frostydog · 11-12-07, 06:57

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Originally Posted by MobileJay

okay I finally received the bp in the mail and was wondering if I can still use the 6.5 concave ccs pads with it. With the smaller backing plate would it act any different to use a bigger pad? I don't really want to buy a flat edge pad. I like the concave ones a lot. Centering is going to be a task though I think. Anyway, if it is going to be better to use a smaller pad I guess I will try out the erasure ones but don't want to. Let me know please. Thanks

I agree Jay; I prefer the concave pads as well.

I lost track...what size smaller BP did you get?? The 5" or 5.5"??

Regardless, I think either would work with a 6.5" pad. My only concern regarding the Flex and smaller BP's with larger pads is that the Flex obviously has a considerable amount of speed/power. I would think you'd want as much of the BP area attached to the pad as possible...just to avoid possible tearing of the pad.

But really...I think you're the first to try this scenario of smaller BP and pads. So we'll be looking to you for your thoughts.

zzzzdoc · 11-12-07, 07:56

Finally ran into some skipping this weekend working on a friend's Infinity. It seemed somewhat related to the contours of the car, as it didn't occur on some sections, and I don't run into it on my cars.

Not hard to work around, but it does get your attention.

MobileJay · 11-16-07, 05:09

Okay well I am going to go with erasure pads. I spoke with someone from Lake Country this morning(brandon I think). I told them that I liked the concave 6.5's but that they didnt have them in a 5.5. I was saying that I would like to have them in the smaller size. Well after we talked for a bit he said the the erasure pads are from LC and that even though AG is only selling the orange and white right now, they will be selling 7 different erasure pads shortly. He told me that he would talk to someone and see what they can do about the 5.5 concaves. If that means they are going to look into making them, that would be sweet. If not, then I will be alright with the 5.5 erasures. Anyway just letting you all know. Take care.

frostydog · 11-17-07, 07:36

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Originally Posted by MobileJay

Okay well I am going to go with erasure pads. I spoke with someone from Lake Country this morning(brandon I think). I told them that I liked the concave 6.5's but that they didnt have them in a 5.5. I was saying that I would like to have them in the smaller size. Well after we talked for a bit he said the the erasure pads are from LC and that even though AG is only selling the orange and white right now, they will be selling 7 different erasure pads shortly. He told me that he would talk to someone and see what they can do about the 5.5 concaves. If that means they are going to look into making them, that would be sweet. If not, then I will be alright with the 5.5 erasures. Anyway just letting you all know. Take care.

thanks for the update Jay...much appreciated.

wannafbody · 11-17-07, 08:30

I think the curved edge CMA CCS pads would be a good choice or regular CCS pads since the flex has higher speeds than a PC. CCS pads reduce drying of ZPC for me and I'm sure they would increase the working time of Menzerna polishes as well.

Picus · 11-17-07, 10:19

I'm using LC 6.5 flat pads, same ones I use via rotary.