Porter Cable 7424?s

[Maligator]

I was looking into getting a DA and I saw chemical guys has a pretty good Porter 7424 kit deal. Was wondering how many of you guys were using one and how the smaller throw was on getting the job done? I was looking into larger throw models/brands but I don't think spending the coin on something I may only use 1/2 times a year is worth it. Thoughts? Opinions?

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[cliftonclendenen]

I was looking into getting a DA and I saw chemical guys has a pretty good Porter 7424 kit deal. Was wondering how many of you guys were using one and how the smaller throw was on getting the job done? I was looking into larger throw models/brands but I don't think spending the coin on something I may only use 1/2 times a year is worth it. Thoughts? Opinions?

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Just bought one during the chemical guys 25% off sale. It works great! Plus the combo pads and cleaner works amazing!


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[S0CAL]

it's my go-to. Bulletproof. I use it with "Adams" pads and polishes, wax, and sealant.

 

[chrisbh17]

7424 was my first DA polisher. Works very well for what it is.

BUT I later upgraded to the Harbor Freight DA (yes, I said upgraded). Feels much more powerful, corrects faster and with a simple mod (tear it down and re-grease the gearbox) its as smooth as the PC. After 20% coupon I was about 58 bux.

 

[quietpeen]

i have one and it works well. You will feel it in your hands from the vibration after doing a whole full size truck though

 

[shadowhawk]

The RA is better, IMO. I have a small Griots version, but given the size of this truck, I could really use a much larger pad size. O

7424 was my first DA polisher. Works very well for what it is.

BUT I later upgraded to the Harbor Freight DA (yes, I said upgraded). Feels much more powerful, corrects faster and with a simple mod (tear it down and re-grease the gearbox) its as smooth as the PC. After 20% coupon I was about 58 bux.

DA or RO- personal preference. I have both, but switched back to the RO I have with much better pads than I had before.

 

[quietpeen]

The RA is better, IMO. I have a small Griots version, but given the size of this truck, I could really use a much larger pad size. O


DA or RO- personal preference. I have both, but switched back to the RO I have with much better pads than I had before.

now i'm not sure if I have the DA or the RO

 

[shadowhawk]

DA just spins in a circle, the RO- random orbit, spins in many concentric circles.

 

[charonblk07]

I started with a 7424 and it was a solid unit. I ended up selling it and going with a Cyclo polisher. It's a dual 4" pad polisher and looks like a hair dryer out of 1930 but it has a lot less vibration compared to the 7424 and the dual 4" pads give it a 4"x8" path that makes large panels a lot faster to tackle but you can run it in the 4" direction for A-pillars. It's just as safe for a first timer as the 7424 and standard 4" pads are used so nothing special. I use Adams pads but the 4" hexlogic pads are my next favorite.

 

[Skubasteve!]

Griots garage is a better more powerful machine in my opinion.

 

[AdamsPolishes]

We all started with the PC, it will get the job done but like mentioned it not real comfortable to use.
We sell them for around $149, In my opinion our Swirl Killer 15 LT corrects a lot faster and is way more easier on your hands. You can check it out.......and it's on sale now.

https://adamspolishes.com/shop/exterior/polishing/adam-s-swirl-killer-15mm-lt-polisher.html

 

[homeguy]

I’ve got one poster cable DA polisher and I love it. It does a great job.


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[Thunderbucket]

X2 on the griots... you don't grow out of it, you grow into it. Have both the 3" and 6"


If you can't dodge it... RAM it!

 

[quickster2]

Just make sure it is a dual random orbital polisher. From Auto Geeks you can get the HD one with the longer cord which I would recommend.

 

[BADHEMI1]

It's a good tool, I just wish it could spin a bit faster.

 

[Ramsolid]

I picked one up , I am satisfied

 

[S0CAL]

We all started with the PC, it will get the job done but like mentioned it not real comfortable to use.
We sell them for around $149, In my opinion our Swirl Killer 15 LT corrects a lot faster and is way more easier on your hands. You can check it out.......and it's on sale now.

https://adamspolishes.com/shop/exterior/polishing/adam-s-swirl-killer-15mm-lt-polisher.html

Agreed. I went from PC to the Swirlkiller 15 Long throw. It’s like going from a Volkswagen Beetle to a Porsche 911 Turbo. Smooth, fast, powerful. It uses the same pads, takes less time, and has a 25 ft. Cord and a slow start. Perfect. I have the Mini 12mm too.