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Old Oct 13, 2006 | 01:03 PM
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I have received the PC kit from Autogeek, and have used once with very good results. What is the proper method for cleaning the pads, and what is the pad life expectancy?
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Old Oct 13, 2006 | 01:26 PM
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You can clean them in the sink with hot water and dish soap, or you can place them in a garment bag and wash them with your towels.
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I clean mine with some all purpose cleaner cut about 10:1.
Spray on and work in by hand. Rinse with warm water.

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I have abused one Orange propel pad on five or six cars. I personally think it is time to replace it. A buddy has gotten a lot more life out of his same pad.
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Old Oct 13, 2006 | 08:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Stickman81
I clean mine with some all purpose cleaner cut about 10:1.
Spray on and work in by hand. Rinse with warm water.

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I have abused one Orange propel pad on five or six cars. I personally think it is time to replace it. A buddy has gotten a lot more life out of his same pad.
I now use this method as well, since Bryan showed it to me. Works just as well as my old method which was Dawn, hot water, and lots of hand cleaning.
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