Pc 7424xp

[GKMueller]

I've been told Porter Cable's 7424XP is the foolproof way to go for newbies. That accurate? Feed back please
Thanks!

BTW, misposted this in chat. Sorry...

[07gtcs]

Mine did good for me when I started last year and had never operated one before. Make sure you order a backing plate with it, that is the only thing in my research that was unclear to me at first. I am only a hobbyist that takes care of my own three vehicles.

[Willy Wang]

While it is foolproof for newbies, you will master it after 1 panel. Most will suggest to go with the more powerful Griots Garage DA with a 5" BP.

[GenesisCoupe]

I started off with a 7424xp and also have a rotary. I do find myself using the PC more often than the rotary.

[cleanmycorolla]

Go with a Griots, more power, and good price and warranty!

[jbnery6465]

While it is foolproof for newbies, you will master it after 1 panel. Most will suggest to go with the more powerful Griots Garage DA with a 5" BP.

This is exactly what happened to me. What forced me to go PC was $$$ wise since I'm more of a hobbyist then a business thing. But with the right technique and product/pad combo, it's still effective.

I'm hoping to upgrade to a Flex 3401 or Rupes...:props:

Question OP, are you looking to start a business or is this a hobby thing? If it's more for hobby, go with the Griots. If it's for business, it's probably worth saving for a Flex or Rupes.

[VISITOR]

if i were to buy a new DA... GG6>G110v2>PCXP


if you aren't going to use it that much, consider the DA from harbor freight...

[hoyt66]

I am a hobbyist and have the 7424XP. I strictly bought it because of the price and Mike P uses it in a lot of videos. I have had the privilege to use Rupes and Flex from a friend of mine.....If money is not an issue ramp up to a more powerful one. I found them both very user friendly.

[GKMueller]

Thanks, guys! Much good advice here and much appreciated!
Money is tight in our house, so I'm watching eBay/Craigs for a used PC with a plan to sell it soon as I get the job done. Hope I'm not miscalculating...

[ski2]

Thanks, guys! Much good advice here and much appreciated!
Money is tight in our house, so I'm watching eBay/Craigs for a used PC with a plan to sell it soon as I get the job done. Hope I'm not miscalculating...

If money is an issue why not just pick up a Harbor Freight DA for about $50--it's more powerful than the PC and is performing pretty well as long as you get a quality 5" backing plate to replace the poor quality 6" that comes with the unit.

[garyg7133]

I bought my PC DA because I use PC's power tools and find them to be excellent. I love the DA and have had no issues as far as durability or power. I get excellent results with it.

[Mike Phillips]

I bought my PC DA because I use PC's power tools and find them to be excellent. I love the DA and have had no issues as far as durability or power. I get excellent results with it.


I agree.

I use the PC all the time. I like the fit and finish of the body on the tool. It fits my hands perfectly and always gets the job done. I use all the popular dual action polishers but 9 times out of 10 when I reach for a dual action polisher I reach for the Porter Cable.

In fact, just this morning I did the second step to the Porsche out in the garage using the Porter Cable and some Wolfgang Finishing Glaze...



Here's how she looked just about an hour ago...


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/2071/1986_Porsche_Mike_Phillips_035.jpg


Here's how she started out...

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/2071/1986_Porsche_911_SC_Cabriolet_011.jpg

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/2071/1986_Porsche_911_SC_Cabriolet_011c.jpg


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/2071/1986_Porsche_911_SC_Cabriolet_020.jpg




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