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Hiya folks…. so i'm currently looking into purchasing a new PC 7424xp from AG here, only i'm unsure which kit to actually get for my needs.

First and foremost, this machine will only be used as a hobby and to detail my Mom's, Wife's, and My own vehicles.

My car is a 2013 Rav4, My Wife's has a Versa, and my Mom has a new Prius.

Since the day my mom and I got our new cars, we have not taken them to any car wash at all. Only the two bucket method here.

I have washed, clayed, and waxed my Rav4 a couple time now by hand and it is really getting old quick. lol
I know I can do a much better & thorough job using a PC 7424xp given the chance.

So i've been shopping around for about a week now while all the while, diligently reading up on all I can about the PC 7424xp and all the different foam pads and whatnot.

The corrections I'd like to make are a couple of small chicken type scratches and one fresh one that was given to me by someone who was in a hurry to leave a grocery store parking lot….grrrrrr.

I posted pics below……

Other then that, I'd like to remove any swirls and any other defects in my paint and to protect it from any possible damage and the extreme UV rays we have down here in Southern, AZ.

I know how important it is to keep foam pads clean so i'd like to include that into my kit as well.

Also, I recently read from Mr. Phillips, that the thinner pads are better to use for the PC 7424xp????
Not sure if these are the right pads or not but this is the Kit I was thinking of getting along with an extra 6 pack of foam pads.

Porter Cable 7424 Complete Starter Kit, Porter Cable 7424 buffer, Porter Cable power tools

Lake Country 5.5 Inch CCS Pads 6 Pack - Your Choice!

Meguiars M105 Ultra-Cut Compound 32 oz.

Meguiars Mirror Glaze #205 Ultra Finishing Polish, final polish, Meguiars polishes, car polish, 205 FP

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The Griot's has a lifetime warranty.

Also right now AG's sister site is having a sale on polishers/kits with free shipping! I PM'ed you the link to the sale. :)
 
So the Griot's is as good or better then the PC 7424xp?

Sorry for the noooob questions but I gotta start somewhere… lol
 
Yes they are in the same class. Also, if you ask nicely AG will replace the 6.5 pads with 5.5...shhhh. You will also need more MF towels. But everything you listed looks good.
 
Oh wow…. I didn't even notice that those were 6.5" foam pads in that kit… good eye.

I'll be sure to ask them about switching those out…

So how often do you think I'll use the 3.5" backing plate if ever?

Or should I just stick to the 5.5" pads and 5" backing plate?

The answer to this question will determine whether I should get this kit or not.


Thanks again for the advice….
 
and fwiw, I've got quite a few Gold Plush jr and arctic white MF towels as well as WW MF for drying.

Also got a leaf blower that I ONLY use for drying my vehicle.
 
I'd agree with going to the GG6" and as a first timer I would either go to ultimate compound instead of 105 or Menzerna FG400. 105 is known to not be super user friendly.

The 3.5" plate is not a necessity. But is useful for tight areas.

P.S. AG will gladly match the above mentioned sale.
 
You need the 5" bp just like you do with the pc7424xp.
 
ahhhhhhhhh ok, so i just switch out the 6" plate that comes with it with a 5" plate that I have to order separately.

It all makes sense now….hahaaa

thanks EVOlved…. appreciate it.


I guess now I gotta go search which pads are best for the gg6…lmao.

so many decisions…. but glad I have you guys to help me narrow it down.

thanks again.
 
I went with the Lake Country flat pads.
Also you'll want to mark your back plate to make sure it is rotating correctly.
 
If you can afford it, I'd get the Flex 3401 instead (better, faster). I started with the PC7424 and still use...but to clean carpet/leather.
 
I can afford it…. but is spending the additional $200 going to make that big of a difference?

Will I be able to get the same results using any one of the other two mentioned? (pc or gg6)


Remember, this is just going to be my hobby…. not my occupation.

But I also don't like to skimp and like to get the job done and done right.

I'm completely open to all ideas here…
 
The first picture I would just attempt to remove them by hand, looks small and simple. Just get some rubbing compound, and a foam cut pad.

The second picture, if not to deep then you could also just remove it by hand.

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^ Removed the paint transfer all by hand, I did a waterless wash in that area, then clay, then compound by hand, polish by hand and finally put a sealant on.
 
Still might want to get a machine though. Compounding and polishing the whole car by hand won't be any fun.

However, even having the machines I have. I would still attempt to remove the first picture by hand. Especially since it looks like it's on an edge.

Its to hard to tell with the second picture, what needs to be done, by the picture alone.

Just my 2 cents. Good luck!

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hey hernandez….was just checking out your Flex 3401 thread and now you have me convinced to get one too.

would you recommend I get a Flex too or would something else "fit" my basic needs?

Price isn't an issue… I just wan't to know what would be best for Me and My situation.

And yea, you are probably right that I should take out that first one by hand… but the second one id feel much better doing it by machine.

You did an excellent job in those pics btw…

If I do go ahead and do this by hand, which foam cut pads would you recommend.

Thanks in advance!
 
ShadowRav4n said:
so many decisions…. but glad I have you guys to help me narrow it down.
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Get Megs Ultimate Compound instead of 105, it's much more user friendly and it's the consumer version of 105.
 
I didn't quote anyone because they all gave you really good advise. You won't regret getting the Flex, it's a great machine. Any of the LC pads will work well, I can't tell that much difference between any of them. The Hydro-Tech pads work as well as any and there are only three to buy which makes it simple.

You also won't find any product that works better than the Meguiars Ultimate line. I just used my Flex with the three HT pads and Ultimate Compound, Ultimate Polish and finished up with Ultimate Polymer Wax and the results were amazing. Good luck, you're on the right track.
 
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