Jesstzn
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Now that the 7424 XP has been out a few days has anyone done a comparrison between it and the original UDM?
Just as powerful? Not as powerful ? Bout equal?
Just as powerful? Not as powerful ? Bout equal?
7424XP v/s the UDM
- Thread starter Jesstzn
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New PC- 6800 OPM
G110- 6700 OPM
UDM-6540
New PC- 4 Amps
G110- 4.2 Amps
UDM- 4.2 Amps
New PC- 5.75 pounds
G110- 5.5 pounds
UDM- 5.1 pounds
Now Im not sure if you really mean the original UDM, because if Im not mistaken, it was at one point a entirely different machine. Now, I have heard it is simply a relabeled old PC.
G110- 6700 OPM
UDM-6540
New PC- 4 Amps
G110- 4.2 Amps
UDM- 4.2 Amps
New PC- 5.75 pounds
G110- 5.5 pounds
UDM- 5.1 pounds
Now Im not sure if you really mean the original UDM, because if Im not mistaken, it was at one point a entirely different machine. Now, I have heard it is simply a relabeled old PC.
Driven Auto Detail
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craigdt said:
Your numbers are a little off. The PC 7424XP has 4.5 amps, not 4. And, it weighs 5.5 lbs., not 5.75. It also comes with a 3-yr. warranty as opposed to the G110's 1-yr. warranty. That means it's slightly more powerful than the G110, weighs the same as the G110, and has a much better warranty than the G110. And with it being made by Porter Cable, reliability should be excellent.
Source: Porter Cable 7424XP Random Orbital Buffer - Detailed Image
Mine will be here Monday
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Bunky
Detailing Gnosis
I would like to see more reviews from someone who has used all three.
fergnation
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I have one coming next week. I use the DA's for only a few tasks but with two UDM's just sitting in my garage broken I needed something.
Have we ever gotten an answer about whether there is anything we can do with the broken UDM's. I hate to jsut see them sitting there, especially since they have been used so little before they broke. They almost look brand new.
Have we ever gotten an answer about whether there is anything we can do with the broken UDM's. I hate to jsut see them sitting there, especially since they have been used so little before they broke. They almost look brand new.
mshu7 said:Your numbers are a little off. The PC 7424XP has 4.5 amps, not 4. And, it weighs 5.5 lbs., not 5.75. It also comes with a 3-yr. warranty as opposed to the G110's 1-yr. warranty. That means it's slightly more powerful than the G110, weighs the same as the G110, and has a much better warranty than the G110. And with it being made by Porter Cable, reliability should be excellent.
Source: Porter Cable 7424XP Random Orbital Buffer - Detailed Image
Mine will be here Monday
mike, please keep us updated on how well it works. i know you'll give it a good workout...
Bunky
Detailing Gnosis
fergnation said:
Perfect Shine did have an extended warranty. From what I have read, the failure is easy to repair if you have parts (like brushes) so you may be able to get them repaired locally. The housing comes apart fairly easily so you will likely see what the problem is without much effort.
Driven Auto Detail
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BigAl3 said:
Definitely. Unfortunately though, my job on Monday is a silver Mustang. Not the best color for comparing machines as far as paint correction is concerned. But I'll get pics and maybe a short video or two up as well.
juliom2
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3 year warranty........???????? with Porter Cable???
Jesstzn
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fergnation said:
One of 3 things happen with the original UDM
a) On off switch can malfunction
b) Brushes go
c) Rotary speed dial goes.
All are repaired easily if you can get the parts. Try approaching the UDM people to see if you can buy parts. I got all 3 parts and have them up and running.
Jesstzn
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I'm not really interested in the comparison with the G110 or even Griots machine ..
More just between the original UDM ( before it became a rebranded PC ) and the new PC.
I have 3 original UDMs ( 2 are running , and parts to make the 3rd go , and I have an original PC ) ..
Looking at getting the new one if its worth it power wise.
Numbers are nice but don't always = performance.
More just between the original UDM ( before it became a rebranded PC ) and the new PC.
I have 3 original UDMs ( 2 are running , and parts to make the 3rd go , and I have an original PC ) ..
Looking at getting the new one if its worth it power wise.
Numbers are nice but don't always = performance.
Jesstzn
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phrider said:
Didn't take long for this thread to go off track did it?
fergnation
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I just got my new PC today so I can come back later this week with a comparison. I had the old UDM untill it quit on me. Funny how I took it apart today to compare it to the PC and now it is running. Just cleaned out the dust and sprayed some electrical cleaner and now it runs. So I am guessing that I have a brush problem.
Where do I get new brushes for this thing?
Other than that, I am extremely excited about haveing the new PC. The UDM was great except that I went through four of them in a year and a half. I don't get why they couldn't jsut fix the problems.
I will get back with you later in the week witht the comparison betweent he two.
Where do I get new brushes for this thing?
Other than that, I am extremely excited about haveing the new PC. The UDM was great except that I went through four of them in a year and a half. I don't get why they couldn't jsut fix the problems.
I will get back with you later in the week witht the comparison betweent he two.
Driven Auto Detail
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Looking forward to your review on the new PC fergnation!
gizmo_carolina
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Hi I just joined this forum after my husband dropped our ryobi obrital buffer earlier this week. It turned out to be a blessing as I have stumbled on what a Porter cable 7424 is capable of and now realize what serious car detailing involves and that the ryobi was merely a "toy". When I joined the Autopia Mayor welcome email stated " The Meguiar's G110 is a new and improved version of the popular Porter Cable 7424 dual-action car polisher" - this is $139 at Amazon. I am wondering if this is a better option than both - I am not familiar with the re-branding history of these items. I too am torn between the UDM and the PC 7424 but after I read some of the problems about the UDM, was discouraged because I don't think I could repair it if it broke. What I would like to know is who has the best warranty, etc and if the Meguiar's G110 is a good choice? Thanks to all for a great informative site.