7424 or Ultimate detailing machine xp

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spud

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Sorry for the questions but just want opinions on which machine would be best for a rookie



7424xp or the Ultimate Detailing Machine?





Has anyone made purchases from Autopia Car Care since they have a good deal on the UDM?



I read that Auopia car care and this site are not affiliated so I was wondering if anyone had good experiances with them
 
I bought a refurbished UDM almost a year and a half ago from Autopia Carcare, no problems so far ;) (If I remember correctly I got it for $90)



But the 7424XP is newer and more advanced I believe...
 
The UDM is the same as the older PC. I got the PCXP and love it! There is a noticeable difference over the older 7424.



That isn't to say that the old PC doesnt work. It's just that there's something newer and better out :)



You get more power and more OPM with the new PCXP. On/Off switch and speed switch are much more convienently placed.
 
I'm not sure who's talking about what here, but the UDM-that-was-the-same-as-the-PC is not available anymore, replaced by the UDM XP Ultimate Detailing Machine XP by Porter Cable Car Polisher



As far as Autopia Car Care and Autopia.org not being affiliated...well, it's a little more complicated than that, but ACC is a fine store and you don't have any worries buying from them, they have great customer service and stand behind their products.
 
I guess the Xp would be great if you NEVER want to be a pro! I did three cars last week for the concouse Show here in New england. The first was a Red Jaguar XK-150 S worth about 225,000 dollars. I compounded that one. The next was a 1957 Corvettte Fuel injected international show winner, worth about 300,000. Lastly I did the Sony Lotus Exige used in the video game Grand Turismo. Worth about 90,000. If I went with a DA I am afraid I might be embarrassed. If your at this for a mainstay, buy a nice Makita or Hitachi variable speed unit. They are smooth and powerful. See all the gorgeouse cars sometimes I am still afraid when working on cars worth over 100,000 dollars but, someone has to do it. That someone is me. I do pay attention to what I am doing!



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paintxpert said:
I guess the Xp would be great if you NEVER want to be a pro! I did three cars last week for the concouse Show here in New england. The first was a Red Jaguar XK-150 S worth about 225,000 dollars. I compounded that one. The next was a 1957 Corvettte Fuel injected international show winner, worth about 300,000. Lastly I did the Sony Lotus Exige used in the video game Grand Turismo. Worth about 90,000. If I went with a DA I am afraid I might be embarrassed. If your at this for a mainstay, buy a nice Makita or Hitachi variable speed unit. They are smooth and powerful. See all the gorgeouse cars @ advancedautopolishing.com sometimes I am still afraid when working on cars worth over 100,000 dollars but, someone has to do it. That someone is me. I do pay attention to what I am doing!
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You don't like to blow your own horn much, do you? :rolleyes:
 
paintxpert said:
I guess the Xp would be great if you NEVER want to be a pro! I did three cars last week for the concouse Show here in New england. The first was a Red Jaguar XK-150 S worth about 225,000 dollars. I compounded that one. The next was a 1957 Corvettte Fuel injected international show winner, worth about 300,000. Lastly I did the Sony Lotus Exige used in the video game Grand Turismo. Worth about 90,000. If I went with a DA I am afraid I might be embarrassed. If your at this for a mainstay, buy a nice Makita or Hitachi variable speed unit. They are smooth and powerful. See all the gorgeouse cars @ advancedautopolishing.com sometimes I am still afraid when working on cars worth over 100,000 dollars but, someone has to do it. That someone is me. I do pay attention to what I am doing!
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What part of "which machine would be best for a rookie" was unclear? The OP is looking for a starter buffer.



BTW, you aren't allowed to link your site in your posts. None of us pros are.
 
Spud,



I have a 2 year old UDM and love it. I also have a rotary. The UDM is used for removing trails and holos. I have not had an issue with the UDM, works fine for me. I use it often, I am also still learning every day.



Get what is the best price for you. Being a rookie, there is no need to spend extra for what is the newest and greatest. There may be a slight improvement, but unless you are using it everyday, why?



Andrew
 
Thanks everyone for your input..



I'm not looking to do anything as a pro, only looking for a machine to remove minor scratches and a little haziness, and then after that for the ease of upkeep on my own cars.



i a leaning towars the UDM xp because what I understand it is basically the same machine as the 7424xp and I found what i consider a good price at ACC.



So again thanks everyone.

If I have anymore questions I will post
 
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