UDM + Meguiar's Backing plate and 6.5" Pads?

williams22 · 06-27-07, 09:55

Does anyone know if the velcro backing plate and 6.5" pads that Meguiar's sells will be compatible with the UDM? I would only consider switching from the PC if my 20+ pads would still work.

BigAl3 · 06-28-07, 01:49

i'm sure it'll fit, but will they last... the UDM has more power than the PC, and if you use the PC at 6 (like most on here) it may cause the megs backing plate to de-laminate (possibly shred the pads as well). hopefully someone who owns the UDM can chime in...

SpoiledMan · 06-28-07, 02:29

My Meg's BP gave up a long time ago. Unless they've changed something it's the BP that will let go first.

Setec Astronomy · 06-28-07, 05:37

IME the Meg's backing plate doesn't hold up to heavy PC use, so unless as SpoiledMan says, something has changed, it will never hold up on the UDM.

a.k.a. Patrick · 06-28-07, 06:31

The BF is you smallest concern with your 20 pads.
Im almost certain that Megs does not use the PUR glue. I would hesistate to operate the UDM above 3-4 for sure.....

DavidB · 06-28-07, 06:41

You'll have no issue with the Meg pads (below speed 5), but unless they recently changed their backing plate, my experience with them was not good. The Velcro on the plates I tried a year+ ago did not hold worth a darn.

williams22 · 06-28-07, 08:14

Could I just buy a new backing plate but use the Meg's pads? There is no way I'm buying a UDM if I need to pad 10 new pads at $10 each as well.

SpoiledMan · 06-28-07, 09:24

Yes you can. Give it a go with the BP you have and see if it works out. Pay close attention to it though and you might want to have a backup handy. Mine just stopped gripping pads.

williams22 · 06-28-07, 11:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpoiledMan

Yes you can. Give it a go with the BP you have and see if it works out. Pay close attention to it though and you might want to have a backup handy. Mine just stopped gripping pads.

Alright thanks SpoiledMan. You got PM btw.