Quick question about a PC.

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Scud1373

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Ok, i just realized that my friends dont have PC's and im in need for one to detail my car. All i got is a cheap as $30 buffing machine from walmart that my friend gave me and i dont feel like using that.... anyway, Random orbital 7336 and PC 7424, those are the only two i always see that are being used on this site so im gonna buy one or the other and i want to do it soon. Whats the difference between the two and where can i get a good deal on them? I was looking at autopia to buy the 7424 for $200 since it comes with all the pads, kinda like a bundle package i guess. or pakshak.com for the 7336 ... $130 around without any pads. Im gonna be using this to detail my black rsx, which is around 4 months old. i was leaning towards the 7424 but if anyone can give any suggestions, i would really appreciate it. ... . damn, this was a long question now that i look at it. :) thanks in advance!
 
To the best of my knowledge the only difference between a 7336 and a 7424 is the counter weight. The 7336 has a six ounce counter weight and 7424 has a five inch. The counter weihgt can be purchased and exchanged to suit your needs if necessary. I have a 7424 and have not found the need to change. Some say that using the six ounce counter wieght is better for the larger pads. It also has been said that the larger weight reduces vibration.





I purchased the pad kit which included a backing plate. It worked for me. As time passed and knowledge increased I purchased different pads and backing plates to better serve my needs. If money is not an object I would get three backing plates to use with all the different types of pads. The four inch pads work great for intense spot correcting in small areas or heavily damaged paint surfaces. I have the six inch plate now that i use with 7.5 in. pads and a five inch plate as well.



Check all the vendors of this site. All have good products which will suit your needs. I have Lake Country pads that work exceeding well. The new Propel2 pad is also a good product. The pad kit is most likely the best way to go until you have practical knowledge to be able to access your vehicle and purchase pads that suit your needs.



Since you have a new vehicle the most aggressive pads are most likely not needed at this time. I have a large selection of pads since i do a varied amount of vehicles. Most of my friends to not take care of their vehicles in Autopian manner.
 
by heading to your local lowe's hardware store, you can pick up a 7336SP (6" counterweight) for 109 dollars without having to pay shipping! Then stop by really any of the online vendors and pick up a few pads.



If I may recommend, I find smaller pads cut better than that of the larger pads. I would get your polishing, light/med/heavy cut pads in the 4" variety and then have a couple of polishing and finishing pads in the larger 6"+ variety.
 
alright, thanks for the info guys. really helpful i must say this site is compared to other sites i go on... anyway, i guess im gonna try and look for a good deal for a while and buy one eventually. thanks!
 
Sounds like you're on the right track.

Be sure your backing plate is smaller in diameter than the pads you plan on using!

:waxing:
 
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