Reddit Reddit reviews Meguiar’s X3080 Even Coat 5" Microfiber Applicator Pads, 2 Pack

We found 6 Reddit comments about Meguiar’s X3080 Even Coat 5" Microfiber Applicator Pads, 2 Pack. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.

Automotive
Automotive Tools & Equipment
Body Repair Tools
Body Repair Buffing & Polishing Pads
Meguiar’s X3080 Even Coat 5
Microfiber applicator is the ultimate pad for swirl free, show car perfect resultsIdeal for ultra fine polishing and waxing of painted surfacesThick microfiber evenly distributes pressure for consistent applicationGentler than a foam padIncludes two washable Microfiber Applicator Padsfit type: Universal Fit
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6 Reddit comments about Meguiar’s X3080 Even Coat 5" Microfiber Applicator Pads, 2 Pack:

u/alwaysready · 4 pointsr/AutoDetailing

i think those scratches will come out. they dont seem so bad. you can confirm this by running your nail around them and seeing if it catches your fingernail. youll be better off if they dont really catch.

i think i would go with this car kit from meguiars

as well as ultimate compound

and some polish

i would then wash the car, clay the car, scratchx the scratches, plastx the headlights, compound the car, polish the car, then wax the car.

that will definitely do you. if you have more money, check out a bunch of the sidebar lists for more stuff. maximus's pretty much has it all.

edit: and maybe a couple of these mf applicators. i think they are easier to use and spread the product and work it in really well.

u/Gad001 · 3 pointsr/AutoDetailing

The second bucket is a "rinse" bucket. It is used to clean the dirt off your mitt from the dirt it encounters on your car. It contains just water, and you rub your mitt on the grit guard to get all the dirt and grime off off it. Then I typically ring it out and put it into my "wash" bucket. This bucket contains the actual car wash, I run the mitt along the grit guard and then ring it a bit and use it on the car again.
This video will provide a little insight into the process.

As far as applicator pads go, it's best to go with a foam applicator when it comes to applying wax. The reason for this is simply because a foam applicator is going to evenly distribute the wax and not provide any abrasiveness against the surface of your paint. These pads by Meguiar's should do the trick. I personally use Pinnacle Polyfoam pads from AutoGeek.net, but these are probably the same thing, they just have the Meguiar's logo.

I would recommend not using a pad for different applications. Keep one pad for wax, one for sealant, etc. The foam pads I linked can be used for sealant and wax.

However, for compound, I would go with a microfiber applicator if you are going to do it by hand. You may not get stellar results this way, but it may work, I personally have never tried it. The reason for microfiber pads here is because they offer a little more abrasiveness against your paint as opposed to the foam applicators. These may do the trick if you want to apply compound and polish by hand.

u/Liquidretro · 3 pointsr/AutoDetailing

A microfiber or foam applicator pad is what you should probably use.

http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-X3070-Soft-Foam-Applicator/dp/B0009IQZPW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407524279&sr=8-1&keywords=meguiars+applicator+pad
http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-X3080-EvenCoat-Applicator-Pads/dp/B0009IQZQG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1407524279&sr=8-3&keywords=meguiars+applicator+pad

Since your just starting out this might be a good kit http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-G3300-Brilliant-Solutions-Restoration/dp/B004EB12FS/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1407524279&sr=8-13&keywords=meguiars+applicator+pad

Depending on your budget and how much you see washing by hand etc, you might look at /u/TheRagCompany microfibers. They are really liked here, I just got mine and are going to try them out tonight.

Make sure to read up on good technique on the wash and correction so you don't introduce any more scratches etc.

u/Citecla · 2 pointsr/AutoDetailing

Hey man, what an awesome job!
I am preparing to do my first detail by hand too...just wanted to get your ideas. Which pads did you use for the ultimate compound? Any of these you recommend? http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009IQZQG/ or http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-HiTech-Applicator-Pad-Pack/dp/B0009IQZPW


Did you switch pads on each of those steps (ie, compound, polish, wax..)

I'm thinking to:

  1. Wash + Dry
  2. Clay Bar + Dry
  3. Compound
  4. Polish
  5. Wax

    Is there any breaks in between any of those processes? Or can I do it one after the other consecutively.

    Thanks buddy :):)
u/M3NDOZA · 2 pointsr/AutoDetailing

I got some of These

maybe not the best but have good reviews.

u/orlheadlights · 1 pointr/AutoDetailing
  1. Mix water and car soap in 1 bucket with a grit guard.
  2. Put water and a grit guard in the other bucket.
  3. Dip microfiber wash mitt in soap bucket and wash down one panel.
  4. Dip mitt into water bucket and scrub the mitt on the grit guard to get rid of the grit. Squeeze excess water out.
  5. Dip wash mitt into soap bucket, scrub on grit guard and wash another panel.
  6. Repeat. Keep an eye on the soap on your car and rinse off every so often to keep the soap from drying on your car and causing sun spots.
  7. Dry car with drying towel.
  8. Use clay kit by applying clay lube (or car soap) and rub with clay. Kneed the clay to a clean spot every so often.
  9. Depending on the severity of your swirls I would try M205 on a white pad with a DA polisher. We always try the least aggressive method first and we always do a test spot. If this doesn't work, step up to M105 with an orange pad with a DA polisher. If this works, follow with M205 on a white pad.
  10. Wipe off residue with a microfiber cloth.
  11. Wax car with a Microfiber Wax Applicator or use a black pad on a DA polisher.

    Link to pads I've been mentioning. Pad manufactures do NOT use the same color to mean the same aggressiveness.