3" Pad For PCP 7424XP??

[Ray & Paula]

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Hi Mike,
First, I want you to know that I sincerely appreciate you sharing your expertise in both the forum and your video's. In a word, you're "Awesome!"
I'm a newbie and very eager to get started in detailing my truck, motorcycle and boat. I'm leaning towards the LC 5.5in. flat pads due to them being so popular/favorites of the majority of reviews that I have read. On one of your video's you're using a 3" pad on the Griot's Garage polisher. Is it possible to use a 3" on the PC? If so, could you please let me know what would I need to set up the PC for use? I would also like to use an extension between the PC and backing plate for better viewing. Your help would be most appreciated, Thanks, Ray
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[BobbyG]

Hi Ray!

I don't see why not. I use 4" on my Porter Cable 7424 without issue. Extensions between the machine and pads on dual action polishers are not recommended..

3M has a nice offing of 3" pads (http://www.autogeek.net/3m-3in-purple-foam-pads.html)

Lake Country Backing Plate (http://www.autogeek.net/3inch-dual-action-backing-plate.html)

[Ray & Paula]

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Hi,
Thanks for the reply and the links BobbyG. You're right, after reviewing Mikes video (video below "Time mark 4:10") he used an extension on a Flex rotary. I would like to ask you a question; I plan on using 3", 4", and 5.5" pads. Will I have to change the counter weight on the PC or will all of these pads work fine with the stock one? Thanks again for your help, Ray

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[swanicyouth]

All the pads will work fine. Only thing you need to change is the BP. I use 3" pads on my Griots and PC all the time.

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[Ray & Paula]

:props: Awesome!! Thanks, Ray

[Ray & Paula]

Hi,
I've been searching for some 3" pad options. So far I've only come up with a couple offerings from Griots Garage, orange & red (links below). Correct me if I'm wrong, is the orange used for swirls, imperfections and all-in-one cleaner/waxes? Also, would the red be used for sealants and wax? The descriptions of either one is a little vague. I also found the 3.5 Lake Country beveled edge pads (link below). As a newbie, I have an important question; What backing plate would I use for the 3.5" Lake Country pad? Your help would be most appreciated. Thanks, Ray

3" orange
http://www.autogeek.net/griots-orange-polishing-pad.html (http://www.autogeek.net/griots-orange-polishing-pad.html)

3" red
http://www.autogeek.net/griots-foam-wax-pad.html (http://www.autogeek.net/griots-foam-wax-pad.html)

3.5 Lake Country
http://www.autogeek.net/bevel-edge-4-pack.html (http://www.autogeek.net/bevel-edge-4-pack.html)