Got a some questions...

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dfw

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I've been looking into a machine polisher for some time and ready to buy now, again. I have very light webbing/swirls and some very light scratches; all are mostly on the truck/hood for some reason...



I've used the Porter-Cable 7424 before, but it's been awhile. I now see there is something new out, the "Ultimate Detailing Machine".





Is there any difference between the two?



What pads should I be looking to get?



Or is there a really good 'bang for the buck' package deal out?



I have a few things left over from Meguairs when I had the 7424; Meguiar's #9 and #83; and newer stuff NXT wax and clay bar. What else should I look into picking up?



tia! :up
 
The udm has a little more power but compared to the flex xc3401vrg its just a buffer in my expeirence.I have had the pc for quite a while and also used my buddie,s udm and they cant compare to the flex i just got.It took less then half the time to do the car and it came out so much better.

I would just spend the extra money and get a real polisher.
 
Hum never heard of that before. I might just stick with these 2 for now :nervous2: Ok I found a bunchh of "package deals". I want to keep it around the $200 range...



Thoughts/insights on these? Some better than others?



Porter Cable 7424 & Lake Country Pad Kit- The 6.5 inch pads included in this kit are manufactured by Lake Country Manufacturing, the maker of premium polisher pads and accessories.



XMT Ultimate Detailing Machine Intermediate Swirl Remover Kit with FREE BONUS!



Car Polishers: Sonus SFX Ultimate Detailing Machine



Porter Cable Polisher Package



Porter Cable 7424 XL Pad Kit with CCS pads!with FREE BONUS



url=http://www.superiorcarcare.net/popocapoprki.html]Poorboy’s Porter Cable Polish & Protect Kit with FREE BONUS[/url]



The Detail Supply Outlet :: BUFFERS POLISHERS & PADS :: PORTER CABLE #7424 FOAM PAD KIT
 
lando said:
Hum, what about the ones I posted above?
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Some of the package deals look good, but if they come with a lot of stuff (polish, etc.) that you'll never use it diminishes the savings.



If you're still thinking of a PC or UDM I'd go with the UDM. Figure out what pads (and how many of each) you want and see what that sells for. If you can get a package deal cheaper go for it, but only if it has pads and products that you'll actually use. I'd recommend a minimum of two orange (light cut) pads, three white (polish) pads, and one or two finish pads (if you plan to apply wax or sealants by machine).



You can get a UDM for ~ $140:



The Ultimate Detailing Machine



Then look at what a set of 5.5 - 6.5" pads that will suit your needs sell for. A few vendors offer a special on something like a 6 pack of pads.
 
Hum. Any good sites to check for the pads? What other products should I be looking into? I will just be doing a few really bad cars, but other than that mostly just mine (just need to remove swirls mostly)
 
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