Why is this happening to me !!! - Foam Pad Trauma

05corolla · 12-19-06, 08:24

So I have a set of the new CCS pads from Lake Country and they work fabulous. EXCEPT for after the second use of them after I cleaned them in lukeworm water, the velcro backing starts to come off. This happened on 3 pads so I called the vendor and they promptly sent me a new set. Now they new set is doing it too!! This really upsets me and I dont know what to do about it!

I am tempted just to ditch velcro all together and go for the edge kit, I like the velcro if it just wouldn't fall apart.

Can anyone explain this!!

Mikeyc · 12-19-06, 09:07

So, you cleaned them with water only? If so, I don't think the cleaning process could be causing the problem. Do you use the pads again while they're still wet?

Honestly, I'm not sure what could be causing your problem. I got sick of all the problems I had with velcro pads and ditched them for the Edge 2000 system. I haven't had a single problem since then and have been 110% (not a type-o) happy.

35TH LE · 12-19-06, 09:12

Oh boy... I have a set coming right now. I hope I dont have this problem.

Heikes · 12-19-06, 10:50

Is the pad getting really warm while you are using it? That might be weakening the bond between the foam and the hook & loop backing. But you would probably notice the bond being loose before you wash it too. $.02

BigAl3 · 12-19-06, 11:48

are you machine washing them?

tdekany · 12-20-06, 05:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by 35TH LE

Oh boy... I have a set coming right now. I hope I dont have this problem.

me too!

It does happen from time to time. The vendor has to take them back and replace it.

How does it work otherwise?

05corolla · 12-20-06, 07:06

Besides the velcro problem they work fabulously!! But no, I don't machine wash them and I have only used water because they weren't that dirty and the Menzerna compound I was using was water based and it washed right out.

GTScott · 12-20-06, 07:51

I have a few LC CCS pads and one that has seen a lot of use. I also handwash the pads. The only pads I have had issues with are the Propel P2's seperating a bit at the scalloped edge.

-GT

Cleaning Fool · 12-20-06, 08:06

Just like a new model car, anytime you buy a new version of anything you run the risk of working out the bugs. HOWEVER, one would think these pads went under extreme tests before they were released to the public. MAYBE NOT. I have washed my old style LC pads 12-15 times in the washer and it has never been an issue of velcro coming loose.

eLrEyNaDa · 12-20-06, 11:02

i have the same problem with the old 6.5" LC high gloss, i put 3M spray adhesive (super 77) ont it and it do the job for a couple of wash

Dave KG · 12-20-06, 11:23

I've had this problem with my old LC pads that are used on the PC, though this is after sevral uses, the backing starts to come away... I suspect (though am not 100% sure) using them on the PC at speed 6 may be a part cause (heat generation), and I know Meguiars dont recommend using their pads at over speed 5 on the PC for this very reason.

My Meguiars pads on the rotary have been spot on though, including the cutting pads I use for OP knock back at above 2000rpm.

Changeling · 12-20-06, 11:28

Well this is the first I have heard of this. Is this a plug to sell the "Edge" system or is it an honest problem?
I would think that if you had this kind of problem, you contacted Lake Country for there input. What did they have to say?
Saying these kind of things about a manufacturer could severely cripple his product in the market, I believe he would probably consider it "Slander" unless it can be easily proved.

I'm now in the market now for some of the CCS pads by Lake Country, now I have to stop my buying, contact them and do more research to find out if this is a real problem or what!! See what I mean!
Changeling