Ready to Buy PC but confused

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tkajeff

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I am ready to order my first PC. I have been reading a lot of infomation from both this site and others. There seems to be quite a bit of disparity when it comes to backing plates and model numbers. For example, the kit autopia.orghttp://autopia-carcare.com/pc-7424-kit.html sells comes with a 5" counterweight, but I read an article on The Classic Motoring Accessories message board by Steve @gurureports, that said since most buffing pads are 6" in diameter then a PC should have a 6" counterweight. Since I have never used a PC before have no idea which direction to go in. I found this kit from

http://www.topoftheline.com/porcabpolpac.html, would this be a good start-up kit to purchase? Any help would be appreciated.
 
tkajeff, i bought the PC model 7336 and it comes with the 6" counterweight. i'd say it's definitely a must. ther'es a kit availalbe from autopia that comes with the 6" weight.



i have 3 cutting pads (yellow) and 3 polishing pads (white)
 
If you don't mind, I got my PC kit from www.detailersparadise.com. It came with the backing plate, 3 pads, 1Z polishes and the case to keep it all in. The 1Z polishes also come with the little 2oz. bottles that you can throw in the case with the PC for a decent little portable detail kit.
 
I would definitely buy a 7336 model to get the 6" counterweight, and then pair that up with a 5" backing plate personally. That combo should give you the fewest vibes.
 
i got my model from www.carcaresmart.com, it's a CANADIAN only website



for US people I believe www.coastaltool.com (tools?) is one of the best places. autopia also offers a great package. prices are quite similar once you throw in everything. if I lived in the US i would probably buy the autopia package just to support david.
 
I got mine from Coastaltool with the bonus kit that includes the backing plate and the 6" counterweight (as well as the 5"). Then I just ordered pads from CMA.

HIGHLY recommend both/either vendor.
 
Dale DeSteno said:
I got mine from Coastaltool with the bonus kit that includes the backing plate and the 6" counterweight (as well as the 5"). Then I just ordered pads from CMA.

HIGHLY recommend both/either vendor.
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same combo here!
 
I've used my 7336 with the 6" counter-weight and 5" hook & loop backing plate several times. I have no harsh vibrations, it runs pretty smoothly. I'm sure you'd be happy with the same combo.
 
Hey all,



I'm also in the same boat about buying a pc. I think I'm going to buy the 7336 from lowe's though, it's only $102. What else will I need, a backing plate right? What size? Where could I order this from at the best price? I can get pads from a local paint shop. Thanks and take care.



Vik
 
It is a little 2" semi circle piece that is behind the backing plate...it comes out with a torx(sp) screwdriver. They have a 5" one for 5" pads or a 6" one for 6" pads (or bigger, I believe)
 
Thanks, Dale, I'd never noticed that before.



Originally posted by Dale DeSteno

It is a little 2" semi circle piece that is behind the backing plate...it comes out with a torx(sp) screwdriver. They have a 5" one for 5" pads or a 6" one for 6" pads (or bigger, I believe)
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