Proper pads to use with OC and OP

[runnerbl]

Is there a rule of thumb that certain pads get better results? If so, what is the best combination of pads to use with OC and OP?

 

[mgm2003]

The pads dictate the amount of cutting.

* light marring - polishing pad.
* moderate scratches/swirls -light cutting pad (like the LC Orange)
* oxidized/heavy swirls - cutting pad.

After using a cutting pad, you may need to take another pass with OP using a polish or finish pad to clean up.

 

[runnerbl]

What does the compound do then? I have see some folks use a white pad w/OC and some use an orange pad w/OP or OP...

Thanks

 

[tubafeak]

The compound is really just a more powerful version of the polish, one or two abrasiveness steps up for the compound in relation to the polish should be about right.