http://lakecountry.l1dev.com/blog/ Find informative tips and pad care techniqies in the Lake Country Mfg Buffing Blog. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:21:08 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/88/leather-care---part- Cleaning your leather starts with a simple vacuum. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/87/basic-color-sanding- Swarfing is pulling residue from the surface while sanding Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/86/innovative- Lake Country has many exciting projects in the pipeline resulting in an innovative 2012 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/85/basic-color-sanding Choosing the right grit, the grade of the sandpaper and the type of abrasive some of the basic steps in choosing a sandpaper. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/84/lake-country-flex-backing-plate Lake Country is launching a new Flex 3401 backing plate that is both 4" and 6" plates. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/83/winter-ready---wheels Polishing your wheels before winter will help maintain them long term. Tue, 15 Nov 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/82/pad-sweepstakes-on-facebook Lake Country is giving away (2) 1Pad starter kits in November on Facebook. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/81/sema- Want to know what is new in the automotive industry? Check out the SEMA show. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/80/nace-expo The NACE Expo is a convention for professionals in the automotive service and repair industry. Wed, 12 Oct 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/79/facebook-and-twitter Lake Country now has a Facebook page and Twitter account Fri, 30 Sep 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/78/barrett-jackson-las-vegas Barrett Jackson hosts four vehicle auctions every year where some incredible vehicles are available. Tue, 27 Sep 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/77/winter-protection When preping your car for winter, do all the proper steps prior to putting the protective wax on the vehicle. Tue, 06 Sep 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/76/tufted-foam-pads Foam Fingers help the tufted foam pad run cooler than traditional foam pads Mon, 15 Aug 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/75/eaa-airventure-show The EAA AirVenture show is the world's largest aviation show and it takes place in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/74/hydro-foam-pads HydroTech pads are a closed cell foam that help maintain abrasives close to the surface instead of soaking up inside the pad. Fri, 15 Jul 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/73/buffing-pad-applications There are many industries that buffing pads are used. Some of those industries include the automotive, aviation, composite and marine. Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/72/aluminum-polishing-part-vi---polishing With the compounding stage complete, polishing is the next step. When polishing, simpley change the pile height of the pad. Wed, 08 Jun 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/71/choosing-the-correct-pad---part-vi After completing the polishing, wipe off with a microfiber towel and make sure to clean your pads properly. Wed, 18 May 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/70/aluminum-polishing-part-v---compounding There are three stages in buffing aluminum. Compounding is the first step in this process followed by Polishing and Finishing. Thu, 05 May 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/69/choosing-the-correct-pad---part-v There are multiple methods of applying the polish to the vehicle. Here are a few of those techniques Mon, 18 Apr 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/68/facebook-app Lake Country Manufacturing has a new App on Facebook which allows users to find the right buffing pad for the job. Mon, 11 Apr 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/67/aluminum-polishing-part-iv---techniques There are multiple ways to polish aluminum. There are advantages and disadvantages to all techniques and they will be described. Tue, 05 Apr 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/66/whats-in-the-garage Lake Country is a proud sponsor of the new television show "What's in the Garage." Thu, 31 Mar 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/65/lake-country-granted-patents-on-ccs-technology Lake Country is pleased to announce it has been granted a U.S. Patent as well as European Patents on its Collapsed Cell Structure (CCS )Technology. Mon, 28 Mar 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/63/choosing-the-correct-pad---part-iv Before you start to buff your vehicle, make sure to prime the pad. Wed, 16 Mar 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/62/aluminum-polishing-part-iii---pitting Removing corrosion / pitting can be difficult and time consuming. There are a variety of nonwoven products out there to help with the correction. Thu, 03 Mar 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/61/choosing-the-correct-pad-–-part-iii Fitting the right sized pad to the backing plate will help eliminate costly mistakes. Wed, 16 Feb 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/60/choosing-the-correct-pad-–-part-ii Having two of the same pad is a great way to save time while selecting the correct pad. Mon, 31 Jan 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/59/aircraft-aluminum-polishing-part-ii Advisory Circular 43.13-1B Acceptable Methods, Techniques and Practices is the bible of how to correct aluminum corrosion repair. Here is a sample. Tue, 18 Jan 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/58/choosing-the-correct-pad---part- Prior to selecting the correct pad, one must determine 3 things: surface type, end result desired and type of machine to be used. Tue, 04 Jan 2011 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/57/aircraft-aluminum-polishing Determining the type of corrosion will make polishing aluminum a simplier task. Types of corrosion include, Electrolytic, Salt Water and Fretting. Thu, 16 Dec 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/56/salt-stains Removing salt stains for carpet is simple and makes car interior look great Thu, 02 Dec 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/55/minor-rust-repair-conclusion---clear-coating Applying the clear coat to the finish can be accomplished using either the one gun or two gun method. Wed, 17 Nov 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/54/sema-show See what is new and exciting in the automotive industry at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas Fri, 29 Oct 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/53/cleaning-exhaust-tips Cleaning your exhaust tips is great last touch when detailing your vehicle. Mon, 04 Oct 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/52/preparing-for-base-amp-clear-coating Preparing for Base and Clear Coating properly makes applying the clear coat much easier Wed, 08 Sep 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/51/the-little-details When detailing your car, don't miss the little details to make all your effort pay off. Wed, 18 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/50/minor-rust-repair---part--priming There are four fundamentals for priming, do not touch with bare hands, proper mixing rations, proper material applied to surface and proper flash time Mon, 02 Aug 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/49/light-interior-cleaning Keeping your interior clean is simply done through a monthly light clean and an inexpensive cleaner you can make yourself. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/48/minor-rust-repair---part- After removing all of the rust, acid etch the area for maximum adhesion of the primer. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/47/wheel-wells To get that new car look don't skip cleaning the wheel wells. Wed, 16 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/46/minor-rust-repair---part- Proper rust removal will ensure the longevity of the substrate. The first two steps in the process are removing the rust and then scuffing the area. Wed, 02 Jun 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/45/scuff-ball®-commercial Scuff Ball replaces labor intensive and time consuming hand scuffing. Check out Lake Country's first TV commercial promoting it. Tue, 25 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/44/tire-dressing Besides making your tires look good, a tire dressing helps to protect them as well. Mon, 17 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/43/minor-rust-repair---part- Correctly fixing rust will solve it from returning. Mon, 03 May 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/42/wheel-protection Protecting your wheels and rims makes cleaning easier the next time. Thu, 15 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/41/temperature-compound-relationships Having the proper air temperature while buffing, polishing and or finishing will help to provide a better result. Thu, 01 Apr 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/40/facts-about-micro-fibers Choosing the proper micro-fiber will aid you in preventing scratches as well as cleaning properly. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/39/paint-scratches There are no easy fixes when dealing with paint scratches. Determining the depth of the scratch will help one determine the proper way to fix it. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/38/winter-glass-maintenance Proper winter glass maintenance will prevent streaking resulting in improved visibility. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/37/foam-pads-explained There are many benefits to having foam pad surfaces and contours. The two main reasons is to save on labor and polish costs. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/36/tire-and-rim-cleaning Cleaning your tires and rims is the first step in washing your vehicle. Fri, 15 Jan 2010 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/35/bumper-scuff-repair-part----buffing Proper sanding and buffing will provide you with a professional result. Thu, 31 Dec 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/34/winter-car-care-tips Maintaining your car during the cold weather is easy to do. Tue, 15 Dec 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/33/bumper-scuff-repair-part--clearcoating Pre-spraying prep of the pearl makes laying the of pearl coat easier. Both the one and two gun clearcoat techniques can achieve quality results Tue, 01 Dec 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/32/pad-cleaning Throughly cleaning your foam or wool pads can be achieved by using a System 2000 pad washer or by hand. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/31/bumper-scuff-repair-part- Proper sanding of the primer and cleaning with a tack cloth is necessary prior to laying the basecoat. Good technique helps lay the basecoat properly Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/30/claying-a-vehicle Claying is the first step after washing. Claying removes any additional contaminates that remain on the surface after washing. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/29/bumper-scuff-repair---part- Proper preparation to the working surface insures a good paint bond when priming the surface. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/28/car-detailing---drying Drying your car properly with the right products will help to maintain your vehicle longer. Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/27/bumper-scuff-repair-part- Bumper Scuffs are common and easy to repair. In the first part of the this series we start by describing the the set up and sanding process. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/26/car-detailing---soaps An overview of different types of soaps one can use to clean your car and how they will work. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/25/building-a-clearcoat-foundation Building a successful Clearcoat Finish involves a multi-step process which includes cleaning and creating a "Bite" to the chromated surface. Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/24/car-detailing---washing The first step in car detailing is washing your car whether it be using the "two-bucket" method or by a "rinse-less" wash. Wed, 15 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/23/applying-the-clear-coat Now that the foundation is set, the key to a quality clear coat finish is making sure one can't notice a flat spot on the panel. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/22/protecting-the-base-coat-color Taking care of and repairing the protective clear coat is a challenge. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/21/clearcoat-basics History of Clearcoat and basic principles on how to lay clearcoat down Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/20/when-it-comes-to-repair-and-reconditioning A description of the Lake Country's expertise in the buffing world, make it the worldwide leader in buffing knowledge Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/19/welcome Overview of Lake Country's technical expertise in buffing, detailing, product development, trouble shooting and OEM technical support. Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/18/new-lake-country-website-and-blog Lake Country new website improvements and the launch of the Buffing Blog Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:00:00 GMT http://www.lakecountrymfg.com/blog/index.cfm/id/17/automechanika Lake Country launching the Kompressor Pad System at the Automechanika tradeshow Tue, 30 Sep 2008 07:00:00 GMT