12-29-07, 08:44
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PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
I just picked up a 7424 and it says to "Use 5 inch Pad Only". Can I use 6.5in pads? I never seen this before  |
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12-29-07, 09:00
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
You can certainly use a 6.5" pad. You should change backing plates to a 6" though for better pad support.
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12-29-07, 09:02
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
What would be the cons against not getting a 6" backing plate with using a 6.5" pad?
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12-29-07, 10:06
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
A lack of edge support. You would lose effectiveness as you move towards the edge. Probably other issues I am unaware of.
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12-29-07, 10:26
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
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12-29-07, 10:45
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
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12-29-07, 10:52
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
Folks dont find a huge difference in #5 vs. #6 counterweights. But its my belief the counterweight should match the BP width.
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12-29-07, 11:03
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
i have a 5" backing plate and use 5.5" 6.5" and 4" pads...the only thing I notice, and ZI dont know if its related, is that with the smaller pad, its hard to stop the rotaion of the pad on speed 6. With a 6.5" pad, I can almost stop the spin if I apply enough pressure. With the smaller pads, that is harder to do...
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12-29-07, 11:08
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
Saw this on the AG site
# The Flexible Backing Plate LC-43-125DA measures 5 Inches in Diameter and is perfect for pads up to 7.5”.
# The Flexible Backing Plate LC-43-148DA measures 6 Inches in Diameter and is perfect for pads 7.5" up to 8.5”.
So should I get the 5" BP?
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12-29-07, 11:19
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
Go with 5.5" pads with the PC. Itll correct better.
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12-29-07, 11:27
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
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Go with 5.5" pads with the PC. Itll correct better.
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Well I already ordered the Meguiars pads which are 6.5". 
I think they have their own backing plate too...
Dual Action Polisher Backing Plate W64DA Product Information
Would that work fine?
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12-29-07, 01:19
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Re: PC 7424, "Use 5 inch Pad Only"???
I actually prefer to use a 6" plate with 6.5" pads and a 5" plate with 5.5" pads and a 3.5" plate with 4" pads...
on the rotary, I use a 6" with 6.5" pads...
call me crazy, but I have more control and it doesnt bog the PC down as much as a small plate with a bigger pad...(5" plate with 6.5" pad), not to mention faster results
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