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Which backing plate
So many different brands of backing plates for the PC 7424 DA. Is there really much of a difference (other than HF) in backing plates. The 5" plates seem to run from ~$11 up to ~$25.
Surely there's a difference, but, is the worth the jump to double the price to use as a weekend warrior? Just for my personal use. No family, no neighbors, no friends.... too old to do anyone's car but mine
Which 5" backing plate do you guys recommend considering the above parameters?
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Re: Which backing plate
Its always a good idea to match the same plate/pad together from the same manufacturer as the hook 'n loop is designed to work together.
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Re: Which backing plate
Originally Posted by abrcrombe
Did you just used the ClearKote glaze for the swirls or did you use some polishes?
I would go with one that had cooling vents, or holes.
Over the course of polishing, heat is the enemy against pads.
Heat accelerates the depletion of life.
It also makes the pad softer.
Keeping a pad cool is key, and holes really help.
So fork over the extra cash for a quality plate.
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I love the Meguiar's plates.
I prefer them thin and dense.
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Re: Which backing plate
There is a difference...IMHO The DBP5 is well worth the few dollars difference.
Meguiars Soft Buff DBP5 DA Polisher 5" Backing Plate It works great on a PC.
I especially like the fact that a white (rotation) line is "built in" on the BP.
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Re: Which backing plate
Originally Posted by Mike Moore
Yep, love those.
Sturdy, well built, and spins true - without any wobble.
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THANK YOU...... I should have asked long ago. Now I've got several of "not the best choice" solid lesser expensive backing plates. *sigh*
I guess I'll get the Meguiar's whenever I order some more goodies.
Very much appreciate the feedback.
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Re: Which backing plate
Originally Posted by Mike@DedicatedPerfection
Its always a good idea to match the same plate/pad together from the same manufacturer as the hook 'n loop is designed to work together.
I just received my PC7424XP and I was told to purchase the PC 5 inch backing plate because it had cooling holes. I was also told not to use the 5 inch yellow plate that was shipped with the PC. Was I correct in order the PC backing plate?
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Re: Which backing plate
Originally Posted by dlc95
Yep, love those.
Sturdy, well built, and spins true - without any wobble.
Meg's 5" BP
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Re: Which backing plate
Originally Posted by Frank70
I just received my PC7424XP and I was told to purchase the PC 5 inch backing plate because it had cooling holes. I was also told not to use the 5 inch yellow plate that was shipped with the PC. Was I correct in order the PC backing plate?
As I mentioned above, you should match the plate to the pads you are using. So if you are using Lake Country pads then use the LC plate. Or Buff 'N Shine plate/pads. Or Meguiar's plate/pads.
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