Detailnewb
Wax On, Wax Off ~Mr.Miagi
I found the following information over on Roadfly...
Note that most buffing pads are 6" in diameter, and thus, your PC should have a 6" counterweight. Some will argue that the 5" counterweight is fine for 6" pad use, however, I have found that to be untrue. The vibrations that are generated at higher speeds when using a 5" weight and a 6" pad are nearly unacceptable. Further, while speaking to a representative for PC, I learned that the increased vibrations can lead to bearing damage within the PC's drive assembly. Do yourself a favor and use the right counterweight for the job.
I guess I was under the impression that you needed to match the counterweight to the backing plate, not the polishing pad. I was under the impression also from other sources that the 5" counterweight will work with a 5 or 6 inch backing plate... What's the truth Ruth?
[Edit] Another question - can I use it to apply wax to my truck (fully washed and dried) without going through the entire detailing of clay/polish/seal/wax? Or should it only be used on surfaces that have been through a full detail (at some point prior to this wax)?
Note that most buffing pads are 6" in diameter, and thus, your PC should have a 6" counterweight. Some will argue that the 5" counterweight is fine for 6" pad use, however, I have found that to be untrue. The vibrations that are generated at higher speeds when using a 5" weight and a 6" pad are nearly unacceptable. Further, while speaking to a representative for PC, I learned that the increased vibrations can lead to bearing damage within the PC's drive assembly. Do yourself a favor and use the right counterweight for the job.
I guess I was under the impression that you needed to match the counterweight to the backing plate, not the polishing pad. I was under the impression also from other sources that the 5" counterweight will work with a 5 or 6 inch backing plate... What's the truth Ruth?
[Edit] Another question - can I use it to apply wax to my truck (fully washed and dried) without going through the entire detailing of clay/polish/seal/wax? Or should it only be used on surfaces that have been through a full detail (at some point prior to this wax)?
