PC7336 vs Meguiar's G110v2 - Is the difference significant?

[Kevin Brown]

Knowing that I could return it if I didn't like it, I went down to Walmart on Friday night and picked up a Meguiars G110v2. Got a chance to use it yesterday on my car with the DAMF system. IMO there is in-fact a significant difference between the two units. As I mentioned before, I found it very difficult to keep my PC7336 rotating the pads. Not so with the G110v2. In fact, with this unit, the only time that I could get it to NOT rotate the pad was when I had only a small portion of my pad touching (trying to get in crevices, etc). Overall, I think it's a nice upgrade and worthwhile if you can afford it.

These machine may not have the top-end grunt of the Griot's, but the quality control issues with cords and switches are handled (at least from what I know). The G110v2 excels at low-end speed settings, as the Cruise Control Circuitry keeps the backing plate rotating (even when there's little force to create the rotation). There are times when I find myself dragging a thumb or finger against the pad or plate to drop rotation because for super-fine polishing, I tend to use very little rotation (often less than 1-2 turns per second). Since I use mostly Xact-Fit plates, rotation tends to be more than ample.

I have been considering something different then my PC 7424XP but fortunately spoke with Kevin B. about a new "full fitting backing plate" and as he predicted, I'm getting significantly better performance out of the same machine. For finishing I typically use the LC HT Crimson pad that would never rotate with the smaller backing plate. Now fitted with a new 5 1/2" bp, it rotates no problem even when running the speed at 4. Just did my first full detail with the new setup and there was clearly a difference in the machine's performance and my finished results. Thanks again Kevin, you da man!!!

I was excited to read this... in your case the difference was very obvious.

Helped a friend out this weekend and used the LC HT cyan pad with m105 - that along with the new backing plate from Kevin did a fantastic job. IMO, the backing plate is making a significant difference in the overall performance therefore the end result. If you've been considering switching, I would encourage you to do so - personally I couldn't be happier.

Thanks for the recommendation... the cost is low in comparison to what the money delivers. It's kind of like if you'd been driving around for years with very low tire pressure. Someone pumps the correct amount of air in, and BAM!- better mileage, better handling, more control.

Can you elaborate more on this "full fitting backing plate"? I'm trying to revitalize an older PC 7424 (hardly used actually) but the only time the backing plate spins is on speed 6. What brand/model is this backing plate as I didn't see anything on Buffdaddy's store? Does it come in a smaller size too as I like to use 5" - 5 1/2" pads?

I sell a Mirka 103GG Backing Plate, which measures 3-3/8" (the same diameter as the Meguiar's 3" DA Microfiber Discs).

Xact-Fit Backing Plates for Meguiar's DA Microfiber Discs



Those are what you're looking for.

Thanks for listing the link!

Actually if you speak or email Kevin, he can "cut to fit" whatever pad you desire. I'm not currently using the Meg MF pad system but rather use the LC HT series. So if you have a 5" pad (or whatever) that you really like...no problem. Just give him the exact diameter measurement and you should be good to go. Again, I've seen a dramatic difference in effectiveness and the ability to run the machine at a lower speed and maintain pad rotation (while still having the pad do it's job) cannot be beat. Helping a friend this past weekend on his totally neglected RX330, I only used speed 6 on a couple of really bad spots and then only for 1-2 passes. Generally on the bad areas (like the whole f'n truck) I was at speed 5 while applying M105 and for the final polishing was able to drop it down to 4.5 with M205. According to KB's research, the machine performs differently/better at the slower speeds. The other thing I noticed was my body wasn't nearly as "beat up" since I didn't have to fight the 7424xp as much. Clearly I've morphed into a fanboy but Kevin's Xact-Fit BP is a wow in my book. Good luck and give him a call - you'll be in good hands.

Thank you, thank you, thank you!



I should mention that I know there are places that easily beat my prices, and anyone can cut a plate to size using a razor knife. You might be able to save a few bucks by buying a plate cheaper and cutting it yourself (or you can cut one you already own, or trim a pad or disc down to the size of a smaller plate).



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