View Full Version : Porter Cable 7424 or UDM
gatorgrad
02-12-2008, 11:32 AM
I`m looking into getting a orbital buffer and these two seem to be the best for a novice. My question is which one? Is one any better/easier to use/easier to screw something up that the other?
Thomas Dekany
02-12-2008, 01:04 PM
udm is 20% more powerful, which you will need. UDM is smooter, otherwise same.
Deep Gloss Auto Salon
02-12-2008, 01:08 PM
udm is 20% more powerful, which you will need. UDM is smooter, otherwise same.
In addition to the above the PC is a but more reliable
kkreit01
02-12-2008, 02:30 PM
For more info, check out the UDM Sponsor section. After reading, you will probably decide for yourself.
cajunfirehawk
02-12-2008, 02:37 PM
I just got one and put 4 hours on my UDM, works great but I just ordered also ordered a FLEX so I don`t need both...pm to dicsuss if you like.
NSXTASY
02-12-2008, 02:55 PM
UDM. If you do have a problem the CS is outstanding from what I hear.
KnuckleBuckett
02-12-2008, 03:43 PM
Flex. I have come to the conclusion that I should have immediately gone to the Flex instead of my PC.
Thomas Dekany
02-12-2008, 03:53 PM
Flex. I have come to the conclusion that I should have immediately gone to the Flex instead of my PC.
My first suggestion too, but people tend to bring up the $$$ difference:laugh:
cajunfirehawk
02-12-2008, 04:14 PM
but people tend to bring up the $$$ difference:laugh:
Yeah it is about 2x the price but YMMV.
KnuckleBuckett
02-12-2008, 04:36 PM
Yeah it is about 2x the price but YMMV.
Better than buying the PC/UDM realizing your mistake and then STILL having to get a Flex.
Take our experience here to heart. I wish somebody had given me this advice!!!
Deep Gloss Auto Salon
02-12-2008, 05:07 PM
Better than buying the PC/UDM realizing your mistake and then STILL having to get a Flex.
Take our experience here to heart. I wish somebody had given me this advice!!!
:werd: :2thumbs:
BigAl3
02-12-2008, 05:09 PM
between the two, get the UDM (more power). they both have the one year warranty, and DavidB and Lynn will take care of you if there is a problem...
rmzalbar
02-12-2008, 05:18 PM
Even if you get a Flex later, UDM will still be useful for small pad spot work, carpet and upholstery cleaning, final LSP application and buffing.
Glossy McGlosserton
02-12-2008, 05:21 PM
I have a UDM and have used a PC for a short period. The UDM doesn`t bog down like the PC. What I mean is, even without really putting on that much pressure, the PC stops rotating and just wiggles. The UDM`s extra power means you can bear down and it powers through. As a result, the UDM can break down polishes that have more cut, and IMO do correction that would just be too tiresome for me to manage with a PC.
I`m just detailing my own family`s cars, and couldn`t justify the cost of the Flex. Very happy with the UDM, and happy to support David`s business.
fergnation
02-12-2008, 05:32 PM
Motorcity, have you somehow adjusted your post count or are actually on post #666 to go with your logo?
Oh ya!! have UDM. It does the job really well for what I use it for. If it is jsut for your own cars no sense in spending the extra money for the flex. IF you plan on doing additional cars, maybe skip the UDM and go with the Flex.