Best Backing Plate Upgrade for HF Polisher

[Odisious]

I made all of the popular modifications to the HF Polisher. I used Royal Purple Grease and WOW! What a difference in noise and smoothness (pricey at $14.00 a tube). It really feels (and sounds) like a different machine. I wanted advice on the best backing plate for it. I used the one that was included so all of my pads are 6.5 I'm having a tough time deciding between the Maguire's 6in BP or the Lake Country 6" BP. Opinions???? I like the idea of the flexibility of the Mag. I have a 3in LC which seems pretty rigid. Anyway, any help is appreciated. Thank you.

[andy2485]

cant go wrong with either the Megs, or LC.

[Odisious]

Thank you. I'd like to get one of each, but trying to save some money.

[Desertnate]

I switched to the Lake Country 5" backing plate and use the 5.5" Lake Country Flat Pads. Couldn't be happier.

[dennis hiip]

I made all of the popular modifications to the HF Polisher. I used Royal Purple Grease and WOW! What a difference in noise and smoothness (pricey at $14.00 a tube). It really feels (and sounds) like a different machine. I wanted advice on the best backing plate for it. I used the one that was included so all of my pads are 6.5 I'm having a tough time deciding between the Maguire's 6in BP or the Lake Country 6" BP. Opinions???? I like the idea of the flexibility of the Mag. I have a 3in LC which seems pretty rigid. Anyway, any help is appreciated. Thank you.

I just ordered the HF DA to use with my 3" pads. I searched for info on the lube and didn't find any. My question is where and how does one grease?

[Mantilgh]

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-tools-accessories/79852-harbor-freight-da-weak-points-mods.html

[JimmyH5]

Hello, all.... new to DA use, but have the option of either a Shurhold or Harbor Freight, which will require mods... anyone have an opinion either way?

[Mike Moore]

Meguiars Soft Buff DBP5 DA Polisher 5 inch Backing Plate (http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-w67da-5-inch-backing-plate.html)

http://ep.yimg.com/ay/autogeek/meguiars-mirror-glaze-w67da-g110-da-polisher-5-inch-backing-plate-6.gif

[Odisious]

Thanks for the those that gave input. I think I'll go with the megs.

[Mike Moore]

Thanks for the those that gave input. I think I'll go with the megs.

Excellent choice.

Velcro® length designed to be cooler when working with microfiber discs.
I nice white line across the backing plate to gauge rotation. No sharpie mark.
The actual backing plate diameter is 4.75 inches which is good for 5" discs/pads.