Opti-Seal Applicator?

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CharlesW

The Rainmaker
A foam Handi-Grip has worked pretty good for me to apply Opti-Seal, but I was wondering what some others were using.
I have heard of people using MF applicator pads, MF towels, MF mitts.
The one common thing being MF.
I tried the MF applicator pad once and while it seemed to work OK, I went back to the Handi-Grip applicator because it is so easy to hold onto.
When I use the small foam applicators, I seem to flip at least one of them across the room during the application of a product :notme:

Care to share your experiences?

Charles
 
Opti-Seal should ship with two foam applicators. I've only used that type of applicator, so I can't comment on other methods. Since it's quite expensive and you only need to use a little, I would think a foam applicator would work best.
 
Scott P said:
Opti-Seal should ship with two foam applicators. I've only used that type of applicator, so I can't comment on other methods. Since it's quite expensive and you only need to use a little, I would think a foam applicator would work best.
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When I purchased mine last spring, I don't think the foam applicators were part of the package. I have about 20 of the small yellow ones, (the ones I flip across the room), and other than dropping them, they work fine. The Handi-Grip takes care of dropping the applicator and is my choice at this time.
I did use a MF applicator and while it worked good, I was concerned that it used more of the product. I don't know that, though since so little product is necessary to do a complete vehicle. The Opti-Seal may be pricey to buy, but it isn't pricey per application.

Charles
 
I like using the Wolfgang orange/black applicator by hand. The black foam is the best. With machine, I like white Edge pads and the Cyclo.
 
First post: I use a smaller MF pad to apply OS and I like the ease and results.

In addition to thin coats, I learned by trial and error that the lightest pressure is the way to apply OS.

If I may share one more thing: I apply to a panel, work it to full coverage. Then I immediately go back over it -- with even lighter pressure and at a faster pace to increase air flow/friction. This seems to help the OS to flash off or evaporate. More importantly, it mitigates streaking and splotching. FWIW
 
Low Tech said:
First post: I use a smaller MF pad to apply OS and I like the ease and results.

In addition to thin coats, I learned by trial and error that the lightest pressure is the way to apply OS.

If I may share one more thing: I apply to a panel, work it to full coverage. Then I immediately go back over it -- with even lighter pressure and at a faster pace to increase air flow/friction. This seems to help the OS to flash off or evaporate. More importantly, it mitigates streaking and splotching. FWIW
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Welcome to the site from Sonoma County CA
 
Thank you! Been lurking and reading great advice from the senior members - much appreciated!!!

BTW, Pittsburgh area, here!
 
Low Tech said:
First post: I use a smaller MF pad to apply OS and I like the ease and results.

In addition to thin coats, I learned by trial and error that the lightest pressure is the way to apply OS.

If I may share one more thing: I apply to a panel, work it to full coverage. Then I immediately go back over it -- with even lighter pressure and at a faster pace to increase air flow/friction. This seems to help the OS to flash off or evaporate. More importantly, it mitigates streaking and splotching. FWIW
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Thanks.
I seem to remember either Ron Harris or Anthony Orosco suggesting a similar "burnishing" of the paint when applying the OS. Haven't tried that yet, but I'm sure I will. :)
It seems that the type of pad preferred is pretty well divided up. Since my foam seems to be working good, I probably won't change.
I did purchase one of the "Garand" hook type pad holders and it gripped a Meguiar's small yellow pad pretty good. At least good enough that I didn't toss it across the garage. ;)

Charles
 
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