The EPIC™ Paint Correction System is getting rave reviews and many of you have had the opportunity to see first-hand how great the system is. Here are some questions that you may be asking and Malco’s response.
How can I tell if the EPIC compounds have broken down?
We use two simple tests to check if we’re not sure if the compounds have broken down. First, if the compound looks wet and nearly clear, then it’s complete broken down. If you’re still not sure:
- Use your finger to feel if the compound is somewhat thick and gummy or if it feels like butter
- If the compound is gummy, it hasn’t broken down all the way and more buffing is required
- If the compound is buttery, you have worked through the abrasive and are ok to wipe off any excess
I live in a dry climate. Should I do something differently when buffing?
In dry climates, you may experience slight dusting of the product. Simply apply your compound to the pad surface and mist the pad with one shot of water. Do the same for the surface of your panel. Run the orbital at the lowest setting and work it slightly back and forth until you feel the foam pad drop or sink down even closer to the panel. Once this has happened, apply two more ¼” drops of the product and go about your normal buffing process. Showroom Shine™ would work as a substitute to water as well.
I have trouble getting comfortable on vertical panels.
If you are buffing on the side of a car and are having a hard time controlling the buffer, don’t worry. Many times, just by changing your grip and way of holding the buffer can make all the difference.
- Turn the buffer horizontal and place your leading hand under the head to provide support and stability
- This will allow the buffer to fit under the mirrors and door handles with less effort
Do I need to handle the EPIC™ Purple Foamed Wool Heavy Duty Pad differently than the others?
It is important to keep the Purple Foamed Wool Pad as clean as possible and make sure to brush out often. When using it for the first time, brush out the pad using the lowest speed of the orbital. It’s also critical to properly season the pad.
- Use the standard four ¼” dots
- Spread at the lowest speed over your working area
- If you feel you need more product apply two more ¼” dots
- Do not over load the compound on the surface of the pad
Sometimes I need to get right back to work after I’ve cleaned a pad. Is there a trick to using a pad I just cleaned out?
If you need to continue working immediately after washing the pads out in the sink, there are two ways to dry them:
- If an air hose is available, you can blow the pad out while running the orbital at the lowest setting to ensure the pad is as dry as possible
- If air isn’t available, spinning it dry in a bucket or sink will work well
While spinning the pad dry, drag a finger on the outside of the pad to speed the process up.
