bUFFERS?

Foster98GT · Jul 3, 2006

Whats the price range for a good buffer or orbital sander? I know very little of this side of detailing and im currently doing my homework on the subject.

Goindeafonmtx · Jul 3, 2006

Don't waste your money by going to Autozone or any place like that. Get the Porter Cable 7424. Here is the cheapest place I found on the intraweb and it is where I bought mine and I had no problems with them. Clickity Click Its super easy to use and the results are very professional. So with that buffer, you will need professional compounds. I use Meguiars Professional line, but other popular brands are Poorboys, Zaino, and others. Usually costs between $10 and $20 depending on which compound. I hope that helps a little.

Matt94GT · Jul 3, 2006

yup get the portercable you will be glad you did, I love it.

Lightning Struck · Jul 5, 2006

Matt94GT said:
yup get the portercable you will be glad you did, I love it.

I used one on my 98 and it is the best I have seen as of yet :dancing6:

Dalamar · Jul 5, 2006

I bought a PC yesterday. Love it.

had a pep boys 30 dollar one, burned it up.
Just like everyone says in the forums...

Tattoogod · Jul 8, 2006

ive been looking at the pc 7428 ..or do you all think the pc 7424 has enough speed to dig deep enough to remove bird crap stain and water spots with rubbing compound. i like the idea of the random oprbital of the 7424 ,i also like the high speed of the 7428..im kinda stuck here :dunno:

wytstang · Jul 8, 2006

The 7424 is dummy proof you can't damage your paint as long as you have common sense. With the right pads and product the 7424 will do wonders....

Goindeafonmtx · Jul 8, 2006

Tattoogod said:
ive been looking at the pc 7428 ..or do you all think the pc 7424 has enough speed to dig deep enough to remove bird crap stain and water spots with rubbing compound. i like the idea of the random oprbital of the 7424 ,i also like the high speed of the 7428..im kinda stuck here :dunno:

The only problem with the higher speed is that higher speed creates higher temps because of the friction. Believe me when I say this, the 7424 will spin PLENTY fast enough.

Tattoogod · Jul 9, 2006

thank you for the information..im saving my penies to buy one with the pad kit. :thumb:

ALITL8 · Jul 10, 2006

6" Variable-Speed Random-Orbit Polisher 7424 2,500-6,000 RPM
Variable-Speed Random-Orbit Sander (6") with Polishing Pad 7336SP 2,500-6,000 RPM
7" Variable-Speed Polisher 7428 1,000-3,000 RPM

the 7428 is the slowest of the group. anyone have or used the 7336? is there a difference in the 7336 and the 7424?

Goindeafonmtx · Jul 10, 2006

ALITL8 said:
the 7428 is the slowest of the group. anyone have or used the 7336? is there a difference in the 7336 and the 7424?

A few guys have one over on SVT. I've never heard of any advantages/disadvantages between the two.

ALITL8 · Jul 10, 2006

i found a 7336 at Lowes for $139 but didnt get it because i wasnt sure what the difference was. i think im going to get the one online with all the pads and attachments. it looks like the best deal :thumb:

wytstang · Jul 11, 2006

The difference between the 7336 and the 7424 is the counter balance they come with. Here's more info
http://coastaltool.com/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/a/port/skinny.htm?L+coastest+pyrk3410ff627e62+1152638928

ALITL8 · Jul 11, 2006

wytstang said:
The difference between the 7336 and the 7424 is the counter balance they come with. Here's more info
http://coastaltool.com/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/a/port/skinny.htm?L+coastest+pyrk3410ff627e62+1152638928

thanks wytstang. after reading that it appears the 7424 and 7336 are identical... both use the 6" counterweight.

Dalamar · Jul 11, 2006

I got mine at Lowes too. it was 109, with a 25 dollar in store credit.
It works great.

:bunny3:

TxCobrA98 · Jul 12, 2006

hey i could use something good to buffer and wax with. i may get one in a few weeks and try it out. i just hope i dont swirl my paint like i did on an old car we used to have. it was a mint 67 shelby that i did it on with its original paint.. haha kidding dont worry it was a beater we got for free.. lol i dont even kno why we got it. mazda protege, like 1803 model.. was old and ugly..

ALITL8 · Jul 12, 2006

orbital polishers wont swirl your paint. they are used especially to remove high speed buffer swirls. i dont own the porter-cable yet but im looking into getting one. i need something durable enough to handle buffing everyday. anyone know how durable the PC 7424 is? i dont want to have to buy a new one in 3-4 months.

MeanGrn Gt · Jul 12, 2006

the pc is supposed to be very durable from what i have heard. That is another reason it is so popular is it's durablity

Dalamar · Jul 14, 2006

It's a night and day difference, it's kinda heavy, you can tell it has a good motor.
I'm looking for things to buff.

I buffed my wakeboard yesterday!

MeanGrn Gt · Jul 14, 2006

Dalamar said:
It's a night and day difference, it's kinda heavy, you can tell it has a good motor.
I'm looking for things to buff.

I buffed my wakeboard yesterday!

wanna come up to south dakota and buff my car??? :laugh: