Cyclo vs. PC

[YankeeFan]

I did a Search on 3 forums here but found little info on the cyclo other than it's the best of the best. But why? Is it work faster, so it eliminates swirls quicker? Is it easier to work with? Can you really use two different pads at the same time, does that work well? Any info will help.

Howard

[pt91]

I prefer it over the PC. Works faster, much less vibration than the PC which leaves my hand tingling. I hv never tried two different pads at the same time.
The cyclo is a very solid powerhouse of a tool.

Weakness= only one speed and doesn't fit in tight spaces as well as the PC.

[killrwheels@autogeek]

I would think of the Cyclo as the Cadillac of PC's. They both do the same thing, but one weighs more, looks more solid and bling-bling, but both can do around the same work given the correct choice in pads, polishes, and speed.

[Nica]

Originally Posted by pt91

Weakness= only one speed and doesn't fit in tight spaces as well as the PC.

I don't have a clue about the cyclo so what do you mean one speed? It's not like the PC that you can change the speed satting from 1 all the way to 6?

So if you can't change the speed, what speed does it run at? and how is that beneficial?

Sorry for all the questions, but I'm considering purchasing and I need to start re-searching. I agree with ZoranC ".."solved" that by having both".

[killrwheels@autogeek]

Specifications:

115 Volts

60 Hertz

220 Watts

Motor: alternating current, semi-enclosed 24-bar commutator

Speed: 3000orbits/minute

Output: 1/3 H.P. (.25 Kw)

Weight:6.5 lb. (2.9 kg)

Head Rotation/Diameter:clockwise/4"

Electric Cord: 6' length

Housing: heavy-duty cast aluminum, double insulated

the benefit is two small overlapping heads, the weakness is the lack of speed and adjustibility. The PC should be able to do more paint correction if used correctly, but built nowhere near as sturdy for longevity.

[trhland]

i had one and sold it to buya p/c not becuese it was nt good or anything its a great polisher but for me it was to bulky to polish tight areas. i have a lot of contured areas on my trucks including lettering .i feel that the p/c is a better fit for me.

[RTexasF]

I have both the PC and the Cyclo. Since buying the Cyclo I have not used the PC even one time. I do agree that size and build design of the Cyclo makes it a bit more difficult to access some shapes/areas but it hasn't been a problem so far.

[Totoland Mach]

I had a Cyclo and a PC for some time, but recently sold the Cyclo to buy the Festool Rotex. It's actually the best of both worlds for me in a production environment: random orbital and rotary (sort of). I also use a "Big Bertha" DeWalt rotary for a lot of work, but the Festool will work in small areas and also is pretty safe on the plastic painted parts (bumpers, rocker mouldings, etc).

I will say the Cyclo will do large surface areas well. It's a big, bulky unit and built to last for many years.

Totoland Mach

[Surfer]

I looked at it, but when looking at my vehicles, it looked like it would be to bulky and awkward around a bunch of spots.

[abrcrombe]

PC is a great starting tool for paint correction. I then have moved up to the Cyclo and I like it a lot more. It is big so tough sections will be done with my PC.