Porter Cable 7424XP

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I received a coupon from this site and am planning on ordering the porter cable 7424xp. This question has probably been asked many times but before my coupon runs out I need to know what pads I should order for it as a good startup kit?
 
I do not have near the experience that some others have but if it were me I would get the Lake Country CCS 5.5" I would get 2 orange, 2 white, and 2 grey/black.
 
Yep I am planning in getting the CCS pads but do not know what colors. Doi need the cleaner and conditioner like sold in the packs on this site?
 
I really like the Pinnacle pad conditioner and cleaner that comes in spray bottles. It is Buy One Get One Free right now too.
 
Okay sounds good! Thanks so much for the quick replies! Are the pinnacle cleaner and conditioner buy one get one free right now? I didn't see that but I could get both for $20. If I buy the PC will it come with the baking plate that the pads will hook onto?
 
malibuboats91 said:
Okay sounds good! Thanks so much for the quick replies! Are the pinnacle cleaner and conditioner buy one get one free right now? I didn't see that but I could get both for $20. If I buy the PC will it come with the baking plate that the pads will hook onto?
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No, the PC doesn't come with a backing plate. Since you have to buy a BP, get the Griot's Garage DA. It's much better than the PCXP! The pinnacle pad cleaner is decent, but since it's one buy one get one free, go for it. You don't need the conditioner, just prime the pad with polish.
 
So that is better than the PC? Does that come with a backing plate? Does it use the same CCS pads?
 
malibuboats91 said:
So that is better than the PC? Does that come with a backing plate? Does it use the same CCS pads?
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It's way more powerful than the PCXP, and it comes with a lifetime warranty. It comes with a 6" backing plate, but you want a 5" BP so you can buy 5.5" pads. You can use ANY pads you want, but I'd recommend flat pads instead of CCS pads with a DA.
 
So if I get the griots I Will still need to get a different backing plate??
 
Why the flat pads? Why the Griot Garage DA? Im in the market for an orbital too and thought the PC was the best (since everywhere I see it is referenced). Do I really need more power?
 
Matt575 said:
Why the flat pads? Why the Griot Garage DA? Im in the market for an orbital too and thought the PC was the best (since everywhere I see it is referenced). Do I really need more power?
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Flat pads give u full surface contact, u need that with a DA. The Griots is way more powerful, plain and simple.


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malibuboats91 said:
Would any backing plate work for it?
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To be on the safe side, I would get the backing plate directly from whatever manufacturer you decide to go with because it might mess up the counter weight and it won't orbit right (probably unlikely, but you never know). Ans also get FLAT pads. I got CSS pads and I am sorry I did.
 
Which Mequiars backing plate?

-http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-5inch-rotary-plate.html

-http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-w67da-5-inch-backing-plate.html

And why Mequiars? Does Griot's make one?

What other accessories do you recommend (other than flat pads)?
 
Matt575 said:
Which Mequiars backing plate?

Meguiars Mirror Glaze G110 DA Polisher 5 inch Backing Plate

And why Mequiars? Does Griot's make one?

What other accessories do you recommend (other than flat pads)?
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The Meguiar's backing plate works best and is recommended by Meguiar's for using the Dual Action (DA) Microfiber (MF) correction system.
The Hook and loop on the Megs backing plate are shorter, creates less heat and has been tested and proven to work with the Megs DA MF system.

Once you get the DA (I have both PCxp and Griot's...I like them both...the Griots is a good choice) you will need polishing product.

To get you started I personally would recommend:

For the Foam Pads Megs M105 and M205.
NOTE: The 105/205 work best with the Kevin Brown Method.
or
Meg Ultimate Compound and Megs Ultimate Polish
NOTE: The Ultimate products may be easier to start with.

and

Megs DA Microfiber Correction Compound
Megs DA Microfiber Cutting Discs, 5 inches
DA MF Correction system Review Link
 
07 z-oh-6 said:
No, the PC doesn't come with a backing plate. Since you have to buy a BP, get the Griot's Garage DA. It's much better than the PCXP! The pinnacle pad cleaner is decent, but since it's one buy one get one free, go for it. You don't need the conditioner, just prime the pad with polish.
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I knw where you're going with this...HA
GG DA/ MF DA System D300 walla paint correction!!! Nice :xyxthumbs:
 
Do some research om the Flex3401, sorry Mark you knw I had to say something LOL....:dblthumb2:
 
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