User Opinions: Porter Cable 7424 XP
#48
I am trying to decide on a polisher as well. After reading these 4 pages, did someone say the Flex is to fast for wax?
I have to do two cars that do not have any damage (one is new). All I will be doing is sealent and wax (no polishing).
The flex would not be a good choice?
Thanks, Rich
I have to do two cars that do not have any damage (one is new). All I will be doing is sealent and wax (no polishing).
The flex would not be a good choice?
Thanks, Rich
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I am trying to decide on a polisher as well. After reading these 4 pages, did someone say the Flex is to fast for wax?
I have to do two cars that do not have any damage (one is new). All I will be doing is sealent and wax (no polishing).
The flex would not be a good choice?
Thanks, Rich
I have to do two cars that do not have any damage (one is new). All I will be doing is sealent and wax (no polishing).
The flex would not be a good choice?
Thanks, Rich
http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...olisher/Detail
But IMHO, there's always a use for the flex and you'll definitely need to machine polish your paint somewhere down the line. Eventually, you'll get microscratches from washing and drying the car and depending on how meticulous you are, you'll see these imperfections in the paint finish. But for your needs now, a PC is a better choice.
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There aren't too many "deals" on the flex since there's not a whole lot of margin in the unit.
#52
I went to have a look at the Porter Cable 7424XP today. Unfortunately, the store had a anti-theft device around each box, so I couldn't open it up to have a look, but I did get a feel for the weight. Acceptable!
At least the price got me to .
$229.99 up here at Canadian Tire, a 475 store country-wide chain.
$119.99 at AutoGeeek.
I wonder how many pads and polish I can get for that extra $110?
Little wonder I don't shop in this country very often.
At least the price got me to .
$229.99 up here at Canadian Tire, a 475 store country-wide chain.
$119.99 at AutoGeeek.
I wonder how many pads and polish I can get for that extra $110?
Little wonder I don't shop in this country very often.
#53
Having direct experience with the Flex, I have to highly recommend it if you are searching for a highly effective orbital polisher.
Here is a little bit of a technical breakdown of the different polishers. Keep in mind that with either of these polishers, the pads and polish that you are going to use are going to be similar, so those are effectively not part of the equation.
The Flex has a 7.5 amp motor, in comparison to the 4.5amp which powers the Meguiars G110 and the Porter Cable. The working range of Oscillations Per Minute on the Porter Cable and the G110 is just as wide as the Flex, but lower. The G110 has a slowest speed of about 1800, the Porter Cable is 2500. Those are both slower than the Flex which has a slowest speed of 3200. That is a benefit for both of those machines if you are using it for wax application, where slower is definitely better. On the high end however, which is the speed that you require for removing more defects, the highest speed of the PC or the Meguiars is roughly 6800 or so, whereas the Flex goes all the way to 9600.
The Flex also has a forced rotation, which means that if you apply pressure to it, it will continue to rotate rather than just orbit, that aids in its corrective ability. The Meguiars unit has what they call "cruise control" which is probably the same thing, I haven't used it, but their product description says that it will continue to work even under applied pressure, so it could be similar.
The bottom line in comparison of simple numbers, is that the Flex is considerably more powerful than the other two. Its layout is also a little bit better. It has a trigger for a speed control, which is great. It is laid out a lot like a rotary, so it is really user friendly. The Porter Cable and the Meguiars both have a simple on or off switch with a speed control. So they are great for use with one hand, but for using two it is a little more difficult.
I would really judge them all on their ability to be a complete and functional tool. The Flex is easy to use, doesn't have a steep learning curve, and is extremely capable as a tool. Even doing our full paint correction details, we still heavily rely on the Flex because of its ability to due the job while severely minimizing the risk of damaging the paint surface. It corrects well, finishes great, and takes a lot of the stress and thought out of the polishing process. From the first time that I used it I thought that it was the best tool for the DIYer, and two years later, after countless hours using it, I can't possibly agree any more.
We have a kit on our site that includes the Flex, Pads, Polish and Towels. Be sure to input your promo code to get 10% off of your entire order.
http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...sh-Kits/Detail
Here is a little bit of a technical breakdown of the different polishers. Keep in mind that with either of these polishers, the pads and polish that you are going to use are going to be similar, so those are effectively not part of the equation.
The Flex has a 7.5 amp motor, in comparison to the 4.5amp which powers the Meguiars G110 and the Porter Cable. The working range of Oscillations Per Minute on the Porter Cable and the G110 is just as wide as the Flex, but lower. The G110 has a slowest speed of about 1800, the Porter Cable is 2500. Those are both slower than the Flex which has a slowest speed of 3200. That is a benefit for both of those machines if you are using it for wax application, where slower is definitely better. On the high end however, which is the speed that you require for removing more defects, the highest speed of the PC or the Meguiars is roughly 6800 or so, whereas the Flex goes all the way to 9600.
The Flex also has a forced rotation, which means that if you apply pressure to it, it will continue to rotate rather than just orbit, that aids in its corrective ability. The Meguiars unit has what they call "cruise control" which is probably the same thing, I haven't used it, but their product description says that it will continue to work even under applied pressure, so it could be similar.
The bottom line in comparison of simple numbers, is that the Flex is considerably more powerful than the other two. Its layout is also a little bit better. It has a trigger for a speed control, which is great. It is laid out a lot like a rotary, so it is really user friendly. The Porter Cable and the Meguiars both have a simple on or off switch with a speed control. So they are great for use with one hand, but for using two it is a little more difficult.
I would really judge them all on their ability to be a complete and functional tool. The Flex is easy to use, doesn't have a steep learning curve, and is extremely capable as a tool. Even doing our full paint correction details, we still heavily rely on the Flex because of its ability to due the job while severely minimizing the risk of damaging the paint surface. It corrects well, finishes great, and takes a lot of the stress and thought out of the polishing process. From the first time that I used it I thought that it was the best tool for the DIYer, and two years later, after countless hours using it, I can't possibly agree any more.
We have a kit on our site that includes the Flex, Pads, Polish and Towels. Be sure to input your promo code to get 10% off of your entire order.
http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...sh-Kits/Detail
#54
We use the FLEX at least 4-5 times each month Alex. If you're considering the Griot's over the FLEX, I'd highly recommend the latter.
I'm pretty confident the Griot's is not a relabeled PC...I've used both, and they're not the same. Griot's version is more sturdy, better built, and more quiet.
The FLEX is a work horse that is VERY well-built and it's a tool you will not outgrow. Think about it...we use it over the rotary 80% of the time. Let me know if you have specific questions on the units. Here are a few items you may want to consider..
http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...2C-dual/Detail
http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...sh-Kits/Detail
I'm pretty confident the Griot's is not a relabeled PC...I've used both, and they're not the same. Griot's version is more sturdy, better built, and more quiet.
The FLEX is a work horse that is VERY well-built and it's a tool you will not outgrow. Think about it...we use it over the rotary 80% of the time. Let me know if you have specific questions on the units. Here are a few items you may want to consider..
http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...2C-dual/Detail
http://www.glisteningperfectionstore...sh-Kits/Detail
#55
I used my Porter Cable for the first time yesterday....very happy with it. Before attacking the Pcar, I started with my wifes black Toyota Highlander. Used Mezerma Super Intensive and P085 fine two step. Took about 6 hrs (big car), but I am happy with the results. Very forgiving machine and combination. Not too aggressive. Next time I might pick up some smaller dia. pads to really get into the tight spaces. Wasn't too heavy. However, I am not doing this every day, all day.
Thumbs up on the PC!
Thumbs up on the PC!
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sounds like the flex is for the more experienced buffer, in the wrong hands it could do some damage, which i know any of these 3 have the capabilities for that, but on most of all porsche sites i've been on, it seems they have always recommended the 7424xp, at least when i started thats what they said. imhp, i'm sure their capable of handling the job.
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No...you're buying a tool that's built to last and made in Germany. The PC is made in china or mexico. Not a bad tool of money is an object. That's why we sell both the PC and the FLEX. At the end of the day, we want to make sure our clients are happy and enjoy the art of detailing. PC isn't a bad tool; the flex is just more efficient and more pleasant to work with.