Newbie questions

**j_dailey** · 07-29-2017, 10:21 PM

I just picked up a Duetto off Ebay. I got in on auciton at a good price.

As far as pads go, is there a big difference between the Rupes pads vs LC Pads or other brands. Is it more of personal preference? Is there a different in the longevity of pads? I`ve read a lot on here and both the Rupes pads and LC pads have their appeal.

I`ll be working on a 2016 white Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and a silver 2011 BMW 335d. Both are in pretty good shape and might only need a little correction. What is a good series of polishes/waxes or sealants to go with for both cars? Any help would be great.

**rlmccarty2000** · 07-30-2017, 05:45 PM

On the 335d (I too have a 335d) I would use a microfiber pad with Menz 400 and follow with Essence (then apply a coating). Choice of pads is one of those personnel things, but I would start with the Rupes pads if I was just starting out. You can play around after you get some experience. Congrats on the new polisher.

**Ronkh** · 07-30-2017, 06:08 PM

Originally Posted by rlmccarty2000

On the 335d (I too have a 335d) I would use a microfiber pad with Menz 400 and follow with Essence (then apply a coating). Choice of pads is one of those personnel things, but I would start with the Rupes pads if I was just starting out. You can play around after you get some experience. Congrats on the new polisher.

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**Mary B** · 07-31-2017, 07:44 AM

Rupes Pads & sauce.

The pads are thick and help on contoured areas, easier to edge with.
The Green & Yellow polishes are sooo easy.
LC is a better price, but I have yet to find a pad to match Rupes white for finishing. To which I use Scholls S40 - sweet sauce

**j_dailey** · 07-31-2017, 08:08 PM

Originally Posted by rlmccarty2000

I would use a microfiber pad with Menz 400 and follow with Essence (then apply a coating).

Could I follow the Menz 400 with a finer polish say the SF3500 then go on to CP Essence? Or is that just an unnecessary step?

**rlmccarty2000** · 08-01-2017, 07:58 PM

Unnessarry. The Essence has plenty of fine polish to shine and remove any marring from the 400. If you are not going to coat the car, substitute the 3500 for Essence.