i consider the porter cable the single best detailing tool i have. ive detailed hundeds of cars and cant imagine doing a detail without it

 

I concur.

 

Rockpick:

I am going to buy the DA porter cable (7424).

I usually use a 3 step process (cleaner, polish, and wax)

Could use give me the Meguiar part #'s of these pads and how many I need of each? I'd like to order the best pads along with my polisher. This is my first time using a polisher and from what I hear it's hard to mess up your truck with a DA polisher. Thanks

 

One more quick question...

Could you also explain the difference in some of the backing setups? I hear the PC comes with a permanent backing but most people prefer a velcro.

 

Check out this thread...second post on this page. I have a couple of links with P/Ns for the pads.

The DA is VERY safe but, not fool proof. If you're not taking care of your pads and/or machine, it can cause a lot of problems. Common sense should prevail in all instances when using your PC.

In short, don't do boneheaded things like leave your pads on the ground or sit your PC with the pad down on the ground or other dirty surface.

RP

 

As for that...

I'd go with this 'KIT' that includes ONE polishing, ONE finishing, ONE backing plate, and ONE cutting pad.

I don't recommend utilizing the cutting pad for anything other than slapping a bonnet on it for surface product removal. The cutting pad shouldn't be used with the PC as it is too abrasive for use with the products that are intended to be used on the PC.

The velcro backing plate is a really nice item so that you can rapidly switch between pads.

RP

RP

 

Thanks for your help. I found the 7424 for $119 including a bonus pack consisting of a 6" velcro contour pad and 6" counterweight.

Can't wait to get it in and post some pics!

 

Well don't be stingy! Share where you found it that cheap!

Maybe COASTALTOOL???




RP

 

Yes, Coastal Tool. Although after researching for literally 4 1/2 hours last night, I decided to order all the gear from properautocare.com. They offered free shipping and were able to supply me with some additional pads, etc. that I needed. I know you recommended Meguiar's, but after reading some reviews on Lake Country, I decided to give them a shot.

I have another question RP:

Since the pad supplied with the 7424 is pretty much doo-doo, is it possible to use it covered with a terry or microfiber bonnet to remove the waxes/polishes? I know most people use the lambswool wrapped with the bonnet.

I could just remove them by hand with some buffing towels. What do you use to remove the polish/wax?

I've also never used a gloss. Is this necessary if I'm doing Meguiar's 3 Step Crystal Formula? I was eyeing the Blackfire Gloss Enhancing Polish, ever tried it? Would this product replace stage 2 (polish) of the Meguiar's 3 step?