Do you always need pressure?

[mreim769]

I did my first big detail this past weekend. I was using the PC7424 w/ orange LC CCS pad (white was not cutting it) and D151. I used the recommended 10-20lbs of pressure on the head of the machine. My question is how do you know if that is too much pressure? My pads were deforming under the pressure and it just didn't look like a good situation. I was also pretty darn sore the next day from applying that much pressure at all those different angles. Also, do I always need to use that much pressure? Or can I just use light pressure?

[Murr1525]

Re: Do you always need pressure?

The best thing to do is draw a line with a Sharpie on the back of the pad, so you can see it rotate. Then apply enough pressure just before the pad stops rotating properly.

Not quite sure how that works with the G110v2 since the motor has different pwoer levels, but at least with the older machines thats a good plan.

[mreim769]

Re: Do you always need pressure?

So its normal for the pads to literally bend under the pressure? And to be sore afterwards?

[Markus Kleis]

Re: Do you always need pressure?

So its normal for the pads to literally bend under the pressure? And to be sore afterwards?

Depending on the firmness of the pad, yes it can be normal.

As long as you still have rotation, it is likely fine. Just make sure to keep the pad flat compared to the surface - if you get bending from pushing down on one side/part of the pad, that is not good.

As for being sore, I guess it depends on the person, but I have been sore after long details before

[Murr1525]

Re: Do you always need pressure?

The pads will mushroom a little... Yours sounds a little extreme, which makes me worry the pad may not have been spinning properly, just making it harder on you.

That said, detailing is a good workout.

[mreim769]

Re: Do you always need pressure?

Perfect! Thanks for the quick answer guys! I just wanted to make sure I was doing everything right being I don't have an experienced detailer to lean on for advice anywhere else.

[RDVT4ME]

Re: Do you always need pressure?

Also, keep your pads clean. That will prevent it from bogging down due to having too much product on the pad. It will make things much easier for you.

[eyezack87]

Re: Do you always need pressure?

The pad will normally compress if you polish with it for a while. Just do the sharpie mod and you will be fine. Also, in terms of soreness, its normal in the beginning. Just work out or something and it'll go away pretty fast. I only had it when I polished more than 8 hours with my PC

[Murr1525]

Re: Do you always need pressure?

Also, keep your pads clean. That will prevent it from bogging down due to having too much product on the pad. It will make things much easier for you.

Having an extra pad as well.