The "PC Guard"

[MarkD51]

Well, I got it today, and had a real "Duh" moment!

It's a 1-3/8" wide strip peel and stick piece of Neoprene Foam Rubber Weatherstrip that cost me $13 with the shipping! God, I feel so stupid!

On the bright side...... It is the correct exact width of the PC7424XP's Shroud.

I've got two rolls here on hand, about 40', of the exact same Weatherstrip, but it is 1" wide width. So what, cut, and apply.

I'm feeling extra stoopid right about now.

Well anyway, I whipped out my PC, degreased the shroud with 91% alcohol and applied.

At least it says "PC Guard" on it, somebody in this New Mexico God Forsaken Place might think I'm some sort of "professional" LOL.

Yeah right, I'd be lucky to make $200 a year with a full blown detailing shop here that cost me out of pocket ten's of thousands investment.
Mark

[allenk4]

They do look cool though

I found mine to be effective and it gives some additional piece of mind when working in tight spots

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/500/WP_20131009_008.jpg (http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/64348)

BTW, this backing plate didn't hold up for me very well

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/500/WP_20131026_008.jpg (http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/65162)

Too much speed (5-6).

Too much downward pressure (moderate)

[ScottB]

I remember seeing someone that used that neoprene foam door sealant tape on the PC's head.

[davey g-force]

BTW, this backing plate didn't hold up for me very well



:eek:

[MarkD51]

I agree Allenk4, and that was why I wanted such on my machine.

I imagine other materials could've been used, some electrical tape, or such, to at least prevent metal contact of the shroud against a vehicle, which will lessen possibility of damage-scratching.

I only felt a bit stupid because I did have the exact same peel and stick material laying around here at home, and could've saved myself a few centavos for something else.

It is of course on my machine, I figure since I have it, might as well use it! :-)
Mark

[Kyle_Elantra]

allen, what extension is that?

I've read about "surgical buffing" with a rotary, but I've never seen a DA extended like that. I love that set up!

[allenk4]

D.A Adapter 5/8" X 11 (http://www.autogeek.net/daadapter58x11.html)

[Kyle_Elantra]

Thanks. And you use it with this:

http://www.autogeek.net/rotary-backing-plate-extension.html

?

[allenk4]

You certainly can

I just used a backing plate that gave me some additional relief.

Be careful when using a DA with an extension. You have to keep the speed down or it will get "tippy" and get away from you. Small pads also don't like higher speeds. I don't go higher than 4 on a PC and take my time.

[reckbates]

great info thanks for sharing