Really Need Help With Choosing Pads!

**Torguy** · 10-03-2014, 10:04 PM

Hi Guys, so I have the Porter Cable 7424XP, and I have am having a really tough time knowing which pad to get and if its compatible and what not.

Please have a look at the following 2 links I posted below, one is the Backing Plate, and the other is a Compounding Pad.

Firstly, I want to know if the Backing Plate is compatible with the Compounding Pad, and secondly, if its actually compatible with the Porter Cable 7424XP.

I understand if I not mistaken it attaches via Velcro, but this is what I want to also confirm before making any purchases.

http://www.amazon.ca/Astro-Pneumatic.../dp/B003CH577Y

http://www.amazon.ca/3M-05711-Wool-C...K819ER4KA6QKH9

I really appreciate any feedback you folks and provide...Cheers!

**expdetailing** · 10-03-2014, 10:16 PM

I have used the pc7424 with 5'' and 6' backing paltes. I would highly recommend getting the 5" instead of the 6" you posted.
The 5" works much nicer for correcting with the pc.
I preferred micrfofiber pads for cutting, but others like the finishing ability of a foam pad.
The backing plate you posted would work, but I didn't see a size indicator for the wool pad you selected.
I recommend a 5" velcro bp and using 5.5" pads.

**Torguy** · 10-03-2014, 10:20 PM

Originally Posted by expdetailing

I have used the pc7424 with 5'' and 6' backing paltes. I would highly recommend getting the 5" instead of the 6" you posted.
The 5" works much nicer for correcting with the pc.
I preferred micrfofiber pads for cutting, but others like the finishing ability of a foam pad.
The backing plate you posted would work, but I didn't see a size indicator for the wool pad you selected.
I recommend a 5" velcro bp and using 5.5" pads.

Thanks for the reply! The Wool buffing pad is 9 inches, I know its obviously bigger than the backing plate, but can I still use it with the 6 inch backing plate?

**Kamakaz1961** · 10-03-2014, 10:32 PM

The 6" Backing plate IMO is too big for the PC 7424 XP. I have a PC and the power of the machine will probably not work as well. Get the 5" Backing Plate and 5" or 5.5" Pads. It works best with the 5" backing plate. You will work much harder and be less effective with the 6" backing plate.

As for pads I prefer any foam pads from Lake Country. Orange, White and Red Pads

**allenk4** · 10-03-2014, 10:52 PM

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**Torguy** · 10-04-2014, 09:59 AM

Originally Posted by Kamakaz1961

The 6" Backing plate IMO is too big for the PC 7424 XP. I have a PC and the power of the machine will probably not work as well. Get the 5" Backing Plate and 5" or 5.5" Pads. It works best with the 5" backing plate. You will work much harder and be less effective with the 6" backing plate.

As for pads I prefer any foam pads from Lake Country. Orange, White and Red Pads

I will probably do that, but generally speaking, can you use a 9inch pad with a 5 or 6 inch backing plate?

And is there a difference between Hook n Loop and Velcro?

Thanks!

**Rmd** · 10-04-2014, 10:57 AM

"Velcro" is a specific brand name. Hook and loop is a generic description used by other manufacturers. Same thing as a "Kleenex" vs a tissue.

**EVOlved** · 10-04-2014, 11:17 AM

Originally Posted by Torguy

I will probably do that, but generally speaking, can you use a 9inch pad with a 5 or 6 inch backing plate?

And is there a difference between Hook n Loop and Velcro?

Thanks!

No! Don't waste your time with a 9" pad on a PC. Like others have stated get a 5" BP and stick to 5.5" pads. Foam pads can handle almost everything you will normally run into. I if you do need more correction there are options like the Carpro flash pads, MF cutting discs, and a few wool options. If this is your first use of a DA I wouldn't push the envelope stick to foam and maybe a couple MF.

That said I would order at least 10 pads. 4 heavy/medium cutting pads, 4 polishing pads, and 2 finishing pads.

**Torguy** · 10-05-2014, 04:57 PM

Hey guys thanks a lot for the tips! So I ended up taking your advice and getting the following in the links below, please tell me what you think.

eShine Canada: Lake Country 5" Flexible Backing Plate (DA)

eShine Canada: Lake Country 5.5" CCS Yellow Cutting Pad

I plan to use these with the Megiars Ultimate Compound.

**dlc95** · 11-06-2014, 06:42 AM

Originally Posted by Torguy

Hey guys thanks a lot for the tips! So I ended up taking your advice and getting the following in the links below, please tell me what you think.

eShine Canada: Lake Country 5" Flexible Backing Plate (DA)

eShine Canada: Lake Country 5.5" CCS Yellow Cutting Pad

I plan to use these with the Megiars Ultimate Compound.

Much better than the huge wool pad!

Typically what most people start with is Lake Country's CCS line of pads in the 5.5" size. Three Orange compounding pads, Three White polishing pads, and a couple Grey finishing/waxing pads.

Ultimate Compound is a great product, especially if you new to the game. It's very effective, and easy to use.