New 2.0 pad ?

[thedawg]

Purchased a Meguiars DA Polisher last yr.(G110) Would like to purchase the new 2.0 pads, is there a new backing plate that I need to get or can I use the one that originally came with the DA? Also, how any pads would you consider to order. Have a 03 Camry and 07 Tacoma in good paint condition. Thanks

[crjefferson]

Re: New 2.0 pad ?

you can use the original one. the only difference in my experience is that the new one is larger and has softer edges. Maybe there are some technical differences that I am unaware of but i just recently got the new backing plate and had been using the old backing plate with the new pads for quite some time.

[ClearlyCoated]

Re: New 2.0 pad ?

You can use the stock backing plate that came with your G110 with the new 2.0 pads, you'll just have an extra 1/2 inch of foam protruding from the edge of the BP. Not necessarily a bad thing having a little extra cushion for rounded edges or corners.

The new BP (W68DA) has a flexible outer rim and a 5.75" diameter that provides better pad support for the 2.0 Soft Buffs while maintaining contouring ability. Not a bad addition to your DA arsenal.

[dvtldav]

Re: New 2.0 pad ?

You can use the old backing plate with the new pads. I learned this past weekend, that with the new BP, more of the pad stays in contact w/the area being worked, so in reality you get the job done faster. Just my 2 cents.

Dave