Tips for using the spot pads and a drill?

[IMADreamer]

I ordered the spot pads a few days ago with the 4th of July sale, they haven't shipped yet but they'll be here in a few days I'm sure. My concern is I have two spots with some scratches that are tight to get to so I don't think I can use the PC. This means using the drill. My concern of course is burning the paint since I won't have the random patter of the PC, but the straight circular pattern of the drill. So any tips on technique and what to watch for would be much appreciated.

[Chris@Adams]

Just be careful and watch for heat build up.

[svrds10]

I hope this thread goes places. I have the spot pads coming this week and want to make sure I know the does and donts, best techniques, etc before using them

[Adam]

Avoid the edges, and make sure you go over the scratch multiple times. I usually go over a scratch about a dozen times, yellow, orange, and white pads every time. Better to work it out slow, than to try and knock it out in on heavy shot!

 

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[IMADreamer]

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Thank you very much. I of course was not smart enough to look at the videos. lol

[The Ryan]

My advice is if you are using a drill, make sure your not over heating the paint. Its very easy to do with powerful 18v drills. I use a 12v drill for spot buffing. The faster the pad is spinning the more heat you are generating. Stay away from the edges with the SHR + Yellow & Orange; white + FMP is a good combo to practice with as its the least aggressive available.

 

Don't get discouraged if you get some holograms with the drill, PC + White/FMP will remove the holograms no problem!

[Chewy]

I usually use my plug in drill so I think common since plays a big roll here. Goal is to keep the pad moving. If you keep it moving heat build up will be minimal as long as you're not leaning into it. I used it a TON on my G8 to get the deeper scratches out of her.

 

Of course you CAN put the pads on your PC. I did that A LOT too.

 

Chris