A reason to get a PC

High Noon · 01-10-02, 08:12

I was on line at CMA last night using the 15% discount ,so I had to get the Porter Cable pad kit, SICK isn't it!! I don't even have a PC!!! But now I have a good reason that makes sence to get one. I don't know how long I can hold out . I guess I'll have to go to another AA {Autopia Anonymous] meeting. High Noon here ,its been 3 days since my last detail.

Guess My Name · 01-10-02, 08:49

Just go buy it before the pads burn a hole in your fingers!

High Noon · 01-10-02, 08:55

The first car I will try, will be my mother in laws beater! LOL LOL LOL Anything I do will make that thing look better even burn marks. Hey, PC on 6000RPM and a bottle of Nu finish!

Chuckmotor · 01-11-02, 08:45

I am ordering the pad kit from CMA with the 15% discount, but I don't own a PC... might be a couple of weeks before I get one. I went to Lowe's and found the baby for $109. As soon as I have some money to blow, I'm getting it. I'm detailing a friend's car tomorrow, and I think he'll give me $50 or something, so I'm on my way.

High Noon · 01-11-02, 09:01

Thats the one 7336. No more sore hands and arms.I think Walmart is $98 but mine around here don't have any in stock.

Short Cut · 01-12-02, 06:35

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Originally posted by High Noon
The first car I will try, will be my mother in laws beater! LOL LOL LOL Anything I do will make that thing look better even burn marks. Hey, PC on 6000RPM and a bottle of Nu finish!

Actually neglected finishes can be fun for working on the paint because you will notice a huge difference in the before and after. Take pics of the before and after if you can. Try some AIO with the PC this by itself will bring back a remarkable amount of shine. However if the surface is really oxidized you may need a fine or medium cut rubbing compound first.

My .02 is that you won't be sorry the PC is a high quality tool that will last for years and the biggie is that it will help you to achieve better results.

Keep us posted.

BradE · 01-12-02, 08:08

The PC can do some pretty good things, but it won't bring back a really neglected finish. That will require the use of a rotary buffer.

I think Jason put it best, the PC can make a good car great, but it will not bring it back from the dead.

High Noon · 01-12-02, 08:54

Does AIO using a PC take out minor swirlls

Short Cut · 01-12-02, 09:06

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Originally posted by High Noon
Does AIO using a PC take out minor swirlls

AIO and SG will help to fill and hide swirl marks but to remove minor swirls I would use the PC with SMR before the Klasse products.

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High Noon · 01-12-02, 09:08

Ok I held out about 12hrs after my CMA pad order came . I am the proud owner of a 7336

. Walmart was out of stock so Lowes was the one. Can't wait to try it

Guess My Name · 01-12-02, 09:41

My Wally World stinks they had nothing...I gonna look at the super Wally world tomorrow maybe if not then next door at home depot.

Have fun with your new toy..

Chuckmotor · 01-12-02, 10:28

We have a big Wal-Mart, but I looked and didn't see any Porter Cable tools at all. But their Web-site says it has the 7335. Since Lowe's has the 7336 for ten dollars more, I'll have to go for it (and I made $135 detailing a Milenia and a 528i today, so that will help... but my arms are about to fall off after 8 and a half hours of detailing). I can't wait to get my PC.