Applicators for hand polish/wax

[pgp]

I currently use a standard yellow foam applicator. I see red and blue hex applicators and polishing pals. Do these have a great benefit? I have never used either one? Thanks

 

[JustJesus]

I mostly prefer the yellow foams. I have used Chemical Guy's red "ufo" or whatever they call it. Felt neat in the hand, more dense than the yellow from Megs. Would I spend extra money for it? No.

I've also used some Viking (?) blue MF type pads. They're okay. They have their use, and so far I find them best for liquid wax (like PBs Natty).

I also tried out the polishing pal from Griot's, using one of their 3" black foam pads to apply wax. I liked this set-up very much. I was able to hand apply the wax much faster with confidence (I've dropped a few yellow ones in the past). I'll still use it from time to time, but I find that I like to move slower and by hand using the yellow foam. So it could be one of those "what's best for you, at that time" type deals.

 

[Bunky]

I like the polishing pal and a 4-in finishing pad (4-in white cyclo pad shown) combo. It it easier to use and if you have a da polisher with the right backing plate you can it as well as other 4-in pads. You can apply a bit more pressure for AIO's, etc. than with a yellow foam applicator.

 

[craigdt]

I prefer the purple or yellow Meguiars foam ones. They are a bit thicker than most.

 

[pgp]

Thanks, Will the 4 inch Meguiars DA Polishing Power Pad work on the pal ? That looks like a good option.

http://www.autopia-carcare.com/meguiars-da-waxing-power-pack.html#.VpD-xDbSk2w

 

[pwaug]

For applying LSPs I find these Buff & Shine double applicators to be very comfortable--they are made from the same red foam as their DA pads--it is soft, but has very dense pores which helps keep the product on the surface of the pad--- Buff and Shine Red Foam Wax & Sealant Applicator Pad with Notched Center (2 Pack)


If you're talking about actual "hand polishing" ie removing swirls something like this will be more effective than a standard yellow pad--there are some other companies that also make hand polishing pads, but can't find them right now: Tangerine Polishing EZ Grip Hydro-Tech Hand Applicator



Found the others: CCS Euro Foam Hand Applicators Trio - You Pick!

 

[Swanicyouth]

Polishing Pal works the best IMHO. The downside is, you have to get the wax out of the pad when you are done - and the glue for the Velcro is sensitive (can be) to what I use to get wax out (mineral spirits).

Another great applicator is the P21S one that comes with their 100% wax. But, I have a slew of foam UFO types I use that work fine. The best of these is the Black Fire black foam disc. The Red UFOs from CGs work well also. I got a bunch from Lake Country that were free - they aren't bad either.

 

[Docpeanut]

I like the yellow foams due to having what I feel is more intricate control

 

[RaysWay]

I like the two options from Buff and Shine. The Buff and Shine Red Foam Wax & Sealant Applicator Pad with Tapered Edge...

and the Buff and Shine Red Foam Wax & Sealant Applicator Pad with Notched Center.

 

[Accumulator]

I've never tried the Polishing Pal, but I probably oughta. Looks like a better version of the Kolinski Speed Waxer thing that came out in the '80s (never tried that either).

Polishing Pal works the best IMHO. The downside is, you have to get the wax out of the pad when you are done - and the glue for the Velcro is sensitive (can be) to what I use to get wax out (mineral spirits...

Whenever somebody mentions "getting the wax out of the pad" I'm tempted to say "just quit using excess product"...not to sound like a scold or anything (yikes, this afternoon it sure strikes me as really critical for me to say that ) But maybe using that Polishing Pal makes it more likely for wax to deeply permeate the foam.

 

[edb]

I have used the red buff and shine with notched center that Vega listed with fk1000p. I really enjoyed how easy it was to work with. I have not tried anything else yet... (I'm not counting the old sock i used to use before i knew any better. Definitely not recommending that.)

 

[mc2hill]

I have used the Buff & Shine with the 'split' for applying wax and like those. But I like the hex-grip the best. I use them for applying wax and for applying pre-wax cleaning polishes. The larger hex-grip 'handle' is more comfortable than a foam 'disk' for me.