Quote Originally Posted by Johnnyred View Post
I have always heard do NOT wax the pad it will increase friction between the water and hull. I assume if true this means real old school carnuba or bees wax. Maybe polymers and sealers and silicones are smooth and slick enough that they decrease friction at the water, hull interface?

nature has it figured out.. ever feel a sharks skin.
Smooth and slick is not the fastest option where water is concerned. Years ago, I knew several who spent a lot of money trying to go faster with a teflon style coating. Water conditions made a bigger difference in there top speed than the coating did.
But it sounds like your mind is made up. So get it done and report back.