Lake Country CCS, 6.5"
Hi-Gloss, Foam Pads

Lake Country Hi-Gloss, 6-1/2 inch, CCS Pads for conventional and scratch-resistant clear coats.

European and domestic automakers are in the process of changing over to super-hard, scratch-resistant, clear coats. DuPont has recently released it's SupraShield™ scratch resistant clear coat and PPG has followed with their Optech™ and CeramiClear™ clear coats. In 2005, Mercedes Benz switched to a nano, ceramic clear coat. This is on all cars with a paint code that starts with "C". Volvo has started using a scratch resistant clear on their top models in 2006 and hopes to have all models switched by the end of 2006.

These new, harder, clear coats are scratch resistant, not scratch proof. The problem is, when scratched, conventional pads and polishes may not have the power to remove the defect. Several manufacturers, Menzerna of Germany and a joint-venture with BLACKFIRE in the U.S. have brought new polishes and compounds to market designed to remove swirls, spots and scratches in these harder clear coats. That left one area still in need of improvement - the foam pads.

Lake Country Manufacturing, one of the world's largest manufacturer of foam polishing pads, has spent the last two years working with automakers in Europe, Canada, the U.S. and Mexico and with polish suppliers (specifically Menzerna of Germany) to develop a new generation of foam polishing pads. The result is a patented technology they call CCS, Collapsed Cell Structures. This technology, which puts a pattern of collapsed "dimples" on the surface of the pad, can be used with all of Lake Country's European, engineered foams. While developed for the new super-hard, scratch-resistant clear coats, CCS pads can also be used on conventional paints and clear coats. These new pads have been tested and approved at the OEM level and were introduced to the after market at Automechanika in Frankfort, Germany, in September of 2006 and at the International Autobody Congress & Exposition,(NACE), Las Vegas, NV. in November of 2006.

These new, CCS Pads are in very tight supply due to strong, worldwide OEM demand. Classic Motoring Accessories is very proud to have been chosen by Lake Country Manufacturing as the initial domestic supplier of CCS Technology pads for the enthusiast, U.S. market.

What is CCS Technology?

The newer, harder, scratch-resistant clear coats require longer polishing times to remove swirls, spots and defects. The longer you polish with conventional foam pads, the less effective they become because polish migrates below the working surface of the pad. The pad "dries out."

CCS Technology solves this problem using strategic patterns of partially closed foam cells. These cells slow the rate of polish absorption, gradually releasing polish as needed by the operator. CCS Pockets reduce surface tension, prevent pad skipping and allow the operator to run the pad flat on the working surface.
Professional results, even if you're a beginner!

CCS Pads feature two, additional, design innovations. First, they continue to incorporate the latest, Constant Pressure™ technology. Constant pressure may not be good for people but it's great for polishing pads where you want a uniform and constant pressure on the surface being polished. Professionals have learned through experience to keep their machines parallel to the surface being polished. Tilting the machine in any direction can result in an uneven and excessive pressure being transferred to the painted surface.
	Blue "Constant Pressure" foam backing absorbs unwanted polishing motions.
This new, patented, Constant Pressure technology uses a layer of engineered, instant rebound foam between the pad and the backing plate to absorb off-axis movements while keeping the pressure of the pad on the surface constant.
The other patented, innovation incorporated in CCS Pads are a curved outer edge. The curvature on the outer edge of the pad allows easy transitions over seams and inclines. Standard CCS pads are flat-cut. We pay extra to have the top edge rounded over because it prevents pads from snagging while polishing seams and edges.
	Curved outer edge allows easy transition over seams.
We also pay attention to the back of the pad. Standard CCS pads run the Hook and Backing material to the edge of the pad. This material is very course and can cause scratching if it hits the paint while working in tight spaces or around mirrors and wings. We cut the Velcro brand fastening material back 1/4 inch from the edge and 1/8 inch into he pad. This allows you to work right against corners, mirrors, wings and complex angles without fear of scratching the paintwork.


Standard CCS pads run the course backing to the edge of the pad.	We have the pad and Velcro® edge cut back 1/4" and 1/8" deep to prevent scratching your paintwork.
Whether you're a novice or a seasoned professional, the advanced features of our CCS pads will yield consistently excellent results.
Here's a guide to help you select the correct pad for your needs: Note: We also offer three, specially priced, 6.5 inch, CCS Technology, Pad Kits that cover a variety of detailing situations.

Yellow CCS Compounding Pad - More aggressive cutting action than the white pad. Use this pad to compound older vehicles with a dull, chalky or neglected finish.

Use this pad with caution. Compounding can dull the surface (called compounding haze) which will require additional finish polishing to remove.

Use this Hi-Gloss Yellow Compounding Pad with Menzerna Intensive Polish to remove swirls or paint defects that do not come out with the white pad.

NOTE: The yellow foam used in this pad is courser than the yellow foam used in our 6-1/2 inch, OEM-Style, 7/8 inch thick pads. OEM-Style yellow pads use a softer foam for use on fresh paint. The Yellow, CCS, Compounding Pads listed above are for use on fully cured paints. All of the other colors of foam listed below are the same foams as used in our OEM-Style Pads. Only the yellow foam is different.

Orange CCS Power Pad - When used with the proper polishing compounds, this orange pad removes 2000 grit sanding traces, swirls and paint defects with minimal or no surface dullness. This pad creates so little haze that you can often go from compounding right to finishing without the intermediate polishing steps. Where polishing is still required (often on black and red cars), it can be accomplished in a fraction of the time it would take with standard pads. Use this pad and polishing compound to remove swirls, water spots, and fine scratches.

White CCS Polishing Pad - The most often used pad. This pad has a mild cutting (cleaning) action and should be used to apply light compounds, polishes and one-step, cleaner/waxes. Use this Hi-Gloss White, CCS Polishing Pad with BLACKFIRE Gloss Enhancing Polish or Menzerna Final Polish II to maximize surface gloss. This pad also works for applying one-step, polish/sealants like Autoglym Super Resin Polish.
Green CCS German Polishing Pad - This green pad is designed for applying a final or finishing polish to remove light swirls, paint defects and for gloss restoration. This pad is also recommended for applying one-step, cleaner/sealants like Klasse All-In-One and Menzerna One-step, Acrylic Jacket. It is a high strength foam with 60 pores per sq. inch yet is softer and more forgiving than our regular foams. It is designed to be used with an orbital polisher (like the Porter Cable 7424) but can be used with a circular polisher if the speed is kept around 1000 rpm.
Black CCS Glazing/Finessing Pad - This pad has no cutting or cleaning action. It should be used to apply a glaze or a finessing polish. Use this Hi-Gloss Black Glazing Pad to apply Menzerna Finishing Touch Glaze, 3M Imperial Hand Glaze, and Meguiar's No. 7 Show Car Glaze. You can also use this pad to apply Meguiar's No. 3 Machine Polish and 3M Finesse-It II Machine Polish.
Red CCS Finishing Pad - Like the grey pad, this red pad has no cutting or cleaning action. This new, incredibly fine, European foam was introduced in 2004 for applying the final liquid wax or paint sealant. While made for the OEM market and demanding enthusiast, this easy-to-use, Hi-Gloss Red Finishing Pad glides over the surface creating a mirror-like shine.
Gold Finishing Pad - This custom, hybrid foam is the world's softest finishing foam. The actual foam is a German formula but made in the USA exclusively for Lake Country Mfg. These Gold, Concours Finishing Pads are engineered for applying the final wax or sealant to create the absolute best shine. This gold foam is 40% softer than the red making it the best pad for applying your finishing wax or sealant.
Proper Cleaning - Wash foam pads in a bucket of car wash, soapy water (or use Snappy Clean Pad Cleaner), rinse thoroughly, hand squeeze out excess water (on a flat surface) and allow to air dry. Do not clean pads or soak pads in dishwashing soap (Dawn) or laundry detergents. Do not machine wash or machine dry. Do not wring dry.
Do not use the same pad for applying different products. If applying a polish and a cleaner/wax, use one pad to apply the polish and a separate pad to apply the cleaner/wax. Note: Polishing pads can "cake-up" with residues reducing their effectiveness. If you don't want to stop in the middle of polishing to clean pads, plan on using 2 or 3 pads to polish the average car. Don't let polish residues dry in the pad. When you remove a dirty pad from your machine, immediately place it in a bucket of soapy (car wash shampoo) water or use a pad cleaner such as Snappy Clean Pad Cleaning Powder.
Hook and Loop Back-Up Plate - All of our pads have a VELCRO® brand loop backing that require your machine be fitted with a 5 or 6 inch, hook and loop Backing Plate. This plate may or may not have come with your polisher. If you require a backing plate, this 6 Inch Flexible Backing Plate is our favorite. It's a professional quality plate that provides maximum grip on any of our 6-1/2 or 7-1/2 inch pads. The 5/16-24 threaded shaft fits the Porter Cable 7424, 7336 and most other dual-action polishers.

Lake Country CCS, 6.5" Hi-Gloss, Foam Pads

Lake Country Hi-Gloss, 6-1/2 inch, CCS Pads for conventional and scratch-resistant clear coats.

Lake Country CCS, 6.5"
Hi-Gloss, Foam Pads