Pads for DeWalt DWP849X

[jwgreen6]

I have a DeWalt DWP849X and the Edge 2000 convoluted double-sided pads and the Edge wool pads. I find the large size of the pads (8") tough to use in certain areas. What other pads can I use with this rotary polisher? I'd like to try 4" to 6" foam pads. Thanks.

[Danube]

Sure, you need 3" plate for 4" pads and 5" plate for 6" pads.

It's much easier to control rotary with smaller pads like you wouldn't believe it.

[jwgreen6]

So is it safe to use any foam pad on a rotary as long as I use the correct backing plate? I noticed some pads listed on AG are "DA only". Is there really a difference?

[Dr Oldz]

Originally Posted by jwgreen6

So is it safe to use any foam pad on a rotary as long as I use the correct backing plate? I noticed some pads listed on AG are "DA only". Is there really a difference?

Yea there is a difference and it is in the threads. Rotary polishers generally have a threaded spindle while DA polishers are the opposite.

[Danube]

Originally Posted by jwgreen6

So is it safe to use any foam pad on a rotary as long as I use the correct backing plate? I noticed some pads listed on AG are "DA only". Is there really a difference?

There are some DA dedicated pads such as megs MF or Surbuf with Microfingers technology, but other then that you can use any foam pads on your rotary.

[Vegas Transplant]

Just bought my first Makita 9227C and need some advice...

Further imput.

[jwgreen6]

Originally Posted by Vegas Transplant

Just bought my first Makita 9227C and need some advice...

Further imput.

Thanks. Seems like I spend a lot of time searching threads for pertinent information only to end up with loads of irrelevant results.

[Vegas Transplant]

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Multiple bp and pad sizes are the norm if you detail differing vehicle/panel sizes.