When to Replace Pads?

[Reddwarf]

First let me say I tried a new technique to clean my pads. After using them for a detail I squirted some PB APC in a bucket, added water and dropped the pads in the bucket to soak. I wish i had been diligent enough to measure the ratio. I let them soak longer than I planned, but I just did not have time during the week to make myself finish the job. Today I grabbed the bucket and I was amazed at the amount of thick goo (I assume wax/ polish) that poured out! I used some dish soap and hot water to clean the pads. It only took a few minutes and they seemed cleaner than my old process. PB APC soak is the way to go IMO!

On to my question. I have a could of pads with nicks. Overall the pad is worn and rough a bit with a couple of gashes. At what point does one toss out and buy new?

Thanks!

 

[AutopiaTech]

When it gets to that point, throw them away. When the foam starts collapsing, is not as dense, or becomes torn up, it's time to start with a new pad.

 

[mrclean81]

Yeah I would say that pads shot man lol

 

[Addicted2Bling]

When it gets to that point, throw them away. When the foam starts collapsing, is not as dense, or becomes torn up, it's time to start with a new pad.

What makes you say this? Only 7% of that pad is torn, what about the other 93% of it???

 

[Bunky]

I would get a replacement pad but I would not throw it away just in case you needed an emergency spare.

 

[black bart]

You throw a pad away when it stops doing a good job.
If that pad is working good for you then use it.