Pads for PC

[FryeBaby]

I am going to buy a PC and I need some help with picking pads. I was thinking of buying Autopia pad kit or Sonus pads. Are Sonus pads worth the money over Autopia pads. Sonus pads sure are expensive. But I do want to buy top quality pads and learn to do the job right. I see other pads mentioned in posts. Are they better pads or just as good for a better price. What pads do I need to start out with to cover all the bases? I see where someone said you could buy a PC at Lowes' for 109 dollars. Has anyone purchased one at Lowes? Thanks for all the help. I appreciate ya'lls help in skipping some mistakes I surely would make. Wes

 

[MattZ28]

I got my PC from www.coastaltool.com



It's only $10 more than lowes, and includes a velcro backing plate which you need to use most pads, and also a 6" counterweight.



I got my pad kit from CMA.



http://www.properautocare.com/padkitwoveba.html

 

[LightngSVT]

IM in the same boat, Im planning to pick up my PC at Lowes this weekend. You can register on Lowes site and get a 10% off coupon mailed to you. SO the PC would be like $100!



Im going to order the Autopia pad kit plus 2 extra polishing and 1 extra "buffing" pad to start with. Im sure the experts will chime and offer their advice.

 

[Sveta]

The pads Classic Motoring Acessories sell have a larger diameter velcro loop on them that extends beyond a 5" diameter backing plate. I think you will appreciate that when you put some pressure on a yellow pad as the edge of the backing plate won't cut into the foam.



Don't know about Sonus and some people like the 7.5" LC pads because it has a "plastic cup" that protects the foam I am told.

 

[JaCkaL829]

I think the best deal for getting a PC, is to go to Lowes.com, you can get that 10% discount and they are offering free shipping(up till June 23), not to sure if you can combine the two? Then just order the Pad Kit w/ backplate at CMA which is on sale for only $49.95. You also get a nice assortment of pads. You'd only be spending around $160(for the pc, and pad kit shipped).

http://www.lowes.com/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=51472-000041735-7336

http://www.properautocare.com/porcabackit.html

 

[FryeBaby]

Thanks everybody for the advice on pads. LightngSVT or JohnnyDaJackal how do you get the Lowe's 10% discount. I went to Lowe's website and I cannot find where to signup for the coupon. Thanks, Wes

 

[Scottwax]

I like both the CMA pads and the Meguiars pads.