Porter Cable 7424XP Buffer/Polisher

(xxxlair) · (xxxlair) **Join Date: Mar 2002** 09-24-2010, 11:52 AM

Looking at getting the P-C 7424XP to use on my boat/car to help take out the fine scratches/swirl marks.

For those that own one- where is the best place to buy and what are the recommended accessories? Like I said, I need to take out some minor swirl marks on my black car and would also like to use to help perfect the boat. I already have a rotary buffer for the heavy stuff but have heard good things about the 7424.

Thanks!

mojo 09-24-2010, 12:59 PM

just type it in in google. i can't remember the site but i found one with a good deal and a hook/loop and pads

(factorykitted) · (factorykitted) **Join Date: Jul 2009** 09-24-2010, 1:20 PM

FLEX XC 3401 would be my choice

(morganmac) · (morganmac) **Join Date: Jul 2008** 09-24-2010, 1:37 PM

I used the Makita 9227CX two weekends ago on my boat and it looked as good as the day I bought it.
http://www.amazon.com/Makita-9227CX3.../dp/B0001GUE8Q

(camassanger) · (camassanger) **Join Date: Oct 2009** 09-24-2010, 4:35 PM

Harbor Freight has a cheapo, which works fine for me. I only use it a few times a year...

(mortbike) · (mortbike) **Join Date: Feb 2005** 09-24-2010, 11:27 PM

go with the flex tool. it will be more money, but more than worth it. i have three , and i dont detail for a living, the three are used on my houseboat, supra, truck and cars,,, check out properautocare,com

(surfdoggy) · (surfdoggy) **Join Date: Dec 2009** 09-28-2010, 7:05 AM

Love the Porter Cable. Had it for two years and think it works miracles. Haven't tried other buffers so can't comment on them. I bought an assortment pack of pads from autogeek.net (item bfbk-200-ccs), and it has a good variety of pads. Don't forget to buy some pad cleaning powder packs too.

(hatepain) · (hatepain) **Join Date: Aug 2006** 09-28-2010, 9:20 AM

I have the Porter Cable and love it. Its very easy to use and extremely effective. Pair it with some Lake Country pads that suit your needs and you'll be set. http://www.autogeek.net/lakecountry.html

(skyski1) · (skyski1) **Join Date: Jan 2008** 09-28-2010, 9:59 AM

What Hate N Pain said. Exactly.

(murphy_smith) · (murphy_smith) **Join Date: Dec 2005** 09-28-2010, 11:17 AM

I am surpirsed that no one has mentioned the Makita unit listed below. Check it out.

http://www.superiorcarcare.net/bo6040.html