Is this a good PC starter kit?

Sardian · 11-19-06, 09:46

I'm about to order a PC and would like to get pads with it. Is the below link a good starter kit that will give me most of what I need.

Porter Cable 7424 & Foam Pad Kit - Car Buffer

Thanks,

Russell

justin30513 · 11-19-06, 09:56

That is an excellent combo. I support AutoGeek due their awesome customer service as well as prices.

What chemicals will you be using?
You can get combos with them as well.

a.k.a. Patrick · 11-19-06, 10:07

Im a little confused about their description of the white foam pad.

Quote:

High absorption foam formula for the application and removal of waxes, polishes and sealants. The white pad is constructed of medium-textured foam is designed for application and removal of polishes and waxes. It has an ever-so-slight cutting ability to enhance the application of pre-wax cleaners.

vs.

Quote:

High absorption foam formula for the application of waxes, micro-fine polishes and sealants. This pad has very light cutting power so its perfect for pre-wax cleaners.

These quote directly extracted from their site.
Just my .02, and Im not condoning AG in any way. I have bought from them before as well, stand up company in my book. but..........You may want a little clarification on that white pad. I have use white LC's before and would never consider using them for product removal or sealant application.............

Nuke33 · 11-20-06, 09:03

yea i was wondering the same thing

Sardian · 11-20-06, 10:15

Thanks for the heads up on the description.

From what I have read, my understanding is that the white pad would be used with a polish application and used when there are light to moderate spider/swirl marks that need to be worked out. And then the polish be removed with a MF towel. This was my plan anyway.

I also thought that it the finish only showed ever so slight marks on the paint that need to be worked out I would used the gray pad.

I would guess that I would use the gray pad after the white pad if the white pad had been used.

The polish I had planned on using is the Optimum Polish, followed by Zaino Z-2 by hand (with ZFX mixed in), then a coat of Z-8.

Russell