Can I just pick a pc pad to start with

[max080]

I have been driving myself nuts trying to decide on a pc pad to purchase. My birthday is at the end of this month and I`m putting together a wish list for my supplies. So, should I just pick a brand of pads and give them a try. I know everyone here has a different opinion about every brand out there. I`ve narrowed it down to lake country, advanced, and the edge system. I think I`m gonna try the edge pads first. Sound good??? :dunno

[JaredPointer]

Sure, you can pick a manufacturer. I would suggest to see what gets a lot of good reviews on here, especially good marks by beginners. Personally, the Edge pads I bought at the PAC sale a month or so ago are really growing on me. They`re not the quick connect (I prefer hook and loop, so I can utilize the rest of my pad collection).

[CharlesW]

I think I`m gonna try the edge pads first. Sound good??? :dunnoYes, it sounds good to me. I have a bunch of Velcro pads already so I`m not likely to be changing, but.....
If you are buying your first pads, the Edge quick disconnect system would be one I would definitely try.

Charles

[max080]

:bigups
Thanks alot guys, so it`s settled, The Edge 2000 quick disconnect it is. *Phew* glad that`s over. I`ve got a 2003 steel gray Mazda 6. Hopefully buy the end of this month it will get the full Poorboys Makeover. I will definitely post some pics when done.

[matthiasj]

WOW, $20.00 a pad...man this stuff is expensive, i`a rather go with a velcroe one, but lake country didnt have any on their site that was 6". What all would you need, for cleaning, polishing, and waxing?

[PaulTso]

The edge quick disconnect pads are essentially 2 pads for the price of one since you can utilize both sides of the pad. good stuff.

[max080]

Changed my mind, again, getting the lc pad kit from autogeek. You know, you guys have too many good opinions here, enough to make somebody`s head spin :wha

[rollman]

Which pad kit did you finally order ? If you break down each kit and the cost of it. Which is the better deal . Lets do the math

Edge 2000
Kit Includes:
1 Yellow Medium Cut Pad (E-621Z)
1 Green Light Cut Pad (E-622Z)
1 Blue Finishing Pad (E-623Z)
1 White Finishing Pad (E-623Z)
2 Cobra Detailing Cloth
1 The Edge 2000 Quick-Connect Adaptor

4 pads but your really getting 8 pads and the adpator
$85.00 for the Edge 2000 kit


LC kit
ITEMS IN THIS KIT:
1 Orange Pad- LC-76-2165VC
2 White Pad- LC-76-6165
1 Black Pad- LC-76-7165
2 Microfiber Towels- MDT-300
1 Snappy Clean Packet

4 pads and you need a backing plate ( $17 )

$49.95 + 16.95 for a backing plate total $66.90 to get the same amount of pads as the Edge kit you need to buy 2 LC kits $49.95 = $116.85

LC Deluxe Kit

ITEMS IN THIS KIT:
# 1 Orange Pad- LC-76-2165VC
# 1 Yellow Pad- LC-46-572VC
# 1 White Pad- LC-76-6165
# 1 Black Pad- LC-76-7165
# 1 Velcro Backing Plate 5"
# 1 Lambswool Pad- LC-77-216
# Pair Microfiber Bonnets- MB-1010
# Pair Terry Bonnets- TB-2020
# 2 Microfiber Towels- MDT-300

4 foam pads & 5 bonnets
$79.95




The LC deluxe kit is the better deal if your going to use the bonnets. The Edge 2000 kit is the better deal if your talking foam pads .

That concludes our lesson today . Happy detailing :)

[MPK]

I purchased the LC advanced 7.5 pkg. and couldn`t be more pleased. This was my first time using a PC. I aggresively experimented in style, pressure and etc. on my new 2 mo. old Chrysler 300 and immediately could detect I was safe and the pads provided extra safety with the edge protection. I think it would be difficult in purchasing just one, and if that the case let it be white. I think as a minimum you would want Orange, 2XWhite and Red. Now I am a fledgeling in the detailing (hobby), and thus what worked for me. I would yield to the recommendation of the pros who I am sure will provide you many perspectives and advise to your question. :dcrules

[JeffM]

Get somethng to get started, youll be buying more, dont sweat it lol.

I love my 4" pads.... hahahaha

[matthiasj]

The Sonus DAS kit is 50, and you get backplate, orange, green, and blue pad, with a MF bonet. Not too bad.