Best deal on a 7424xp

ronnyek · 07-20-2009, 02:27 PM

Anyone have any recommendations on best overall deal on one of pc7424 buffers? I'd really like to start detailing my own rides and have found these for as low as 109$ but dont know if theres any reason to not buy from them.

Esmallstii · 07-20-2009, 07:29 PM

Damn,..I had one in perfect cond, and gave it to a buddy of mine for $0.
I broke down and got the flex,....More $$$$ ($299) but worth it.
Porter cable is a nice little machine though,..just takes forever if you have deep swirls or scratches.

MadMan77 · 07-20-2009, 07:36 PM

I have one just sitting at the house and was only used once on my Subaru so it is basically new. Shoot me a PM if you are wanting to buy it.

Artmasterx · 07-20-2009, 08:21 PM

I have been debating getting one as well. It seems like the polish and pads will be an even great expense that the Porter is.

I have looked on eBay and did not really see any great deals, and the cheapest I have seen it is $109 as well. You may be able to find some coupons to bring down the price a bit at some places.

side question:
How much polish does it usually take to do one pass on a car?

side question 2:
what do you need to tape off when polishing?

Detailers Domain · 07-20-2009, 09:38 PM

guys we have them bundled up with backing plates/pads etc

take a look
PC Kits

04Enthusiast · 07-20-2009, 11:11 PM

I have the PC7424 and it works great. Easy to use especially for first timers. I think I read there is a newer model out, so do you research.

Detailers Domain · 07-21-2009, 06:18 AM

yes the pc7424xp is the new one.

ronnyek · 07-21-2009, 09:14 AM

Just quick question... sounds like people have moved up from here... should I bother with this one? I dont want to go with something I can do damage with, but I dont want to waste money on something that I wont be able to get the end result I am looking for.

Greg@DetailedImage · 07-21-2009, 09:49 AM

You will need get a backing plate and some quality pads to get the most out of your buffer. I never use the factory pad and don't recommend you use it on your paint. We have some great deals on the Porter Cable 7424 XP at www.detailedimage.com if you are interested. Here are our current prices and products included:

Porter Cable 7424XP Random Orbital Buffer $124.99
DI Packages Porter Cable 7424XP 6.5" Basic Kit $139.99 PC 7424 XP, 6" Backing Plate and 1x Pad (of your choice)
DI Packages Porter Cable 7424 XP 6.5" Starter Kit $189.99 PC 7424 XP, 6" Backing Plate, 6" counter weight, 7x (of your choice) and 3x Snappy Clean
DI Packages Porter Cable 7424 XP 6.5" Advanced Kit $289.99 PC 7424 XP, 6" Backing Plate, 6" counter weight, 21x (of your choice) and 6x Snappy Clean

If you have any questions about these packages or anything related to detailing please let me know.

Greg @ Detailed Image

Detailers Domain · 07-21-2009, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ronnyek

Just quick question... sounds like people have moved up from here... should I bother with this one? I dont want to go with something I can do damage with, but I dont want to waste money on something that I wont be able to get the end result I am looking for.

The porter cable will be a great start.
Its going to be a decision you will have to make others have bought the Flex and have love the power increase.

if you plan on doing a ton of work the flex will be better if not the pc will be a great tool.

both are "safe"

LMK if you need any help.

M2BMW · 07-21-2009, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ronnyek

Anyone have any recommendations on best overall deal on one of pc7424 buffers? I'd really like to start detailing my own rides and have found these for as low as 109$ but dont know if theres any reason to not buy from them.

Best Price I have seen for the 7424XP is here:
http://www.coastaltool.com/a/port/7424xp_car_buffer.htm

Detailers Domain · 07-21-2009, 08:17 PM

just make sure you do the right calculations.

you have to buy the tool.

then you have add

the correct pads
backing plate
polishes

so if you buy from your sponsor(s) you will get a one stop shop...one shipping rate and the 10% discount and service as well as tech support.

so do the calculations correctly first.

I'm going to say that we are just as competitive.

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ronnyek Captain 25 Rep 682 Posts Drives: 2010 Evo MR Touring Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: space iTrader: (1)	Best deal on a 7424xp Anyone have any recommendations on best overall deal on one of pc7424 buffers? I'd really like to start detailing my own rides and have found these for as low as 109$ but dont know if theres any reason to not buy from them.
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Esmallstii Systematic Chaos 40 Rep 550 Posts Drives: 08 135i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Waterford, NY iTrader: (1)	Damn,..I had one in perfect cond, and gave it to a buddy of mine for $0. I broke down and got the flex,....More $$$$ ($299) but worth it. Porter cable is a nice little machine though,..just takes forever if you have deep swirls or scratches. __________________ BSM/Coral red/Sp pkg/Cft access/Htd seats/BMW Performance Pedals, Spoiler, & Rotors/18" VMR V710's/Hankook Ventus/Cool Carbon Pads ."The 135i's engine sound is so ferocious and bittersweet, so carnal and wicked, somebody ought to name a heavy-metal band after it: Velvet Chain Saw."
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Artmasterx Captain 46 Rep 886 Posts Drives: 2007 BMW 335i Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: MA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 Volvo V70R [10.00] 2007 BMW 335i [10.00]	I have been debating getting one as well. It seems like the polish and pads will be an even great expense that the Porter is. I have looked on eBay and did not really see any great deals, and the cheapest I have seen it is $109 as well. You may be able to find some coupons to bring down the price a bit at some places. side question: How much polish does it usually take to do one pass on a car? side question 2: what do you need to tape off when polishing? __________________ Current: 2007 335i sedan Alpine White \| Sports \| Premium \| Cold \| Comfort Access FORMERLY: 128i coupe Alpine White \| Sports Package \| Black Leather
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Detailers Domain Major General 2061 Rep 6,921 Posts Drives: 20 M2C / 22 X3MC Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (24)	guys we have them bundled up with backing plates/pads etc take a look PC Kits
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04Enthusiast Second Lieutenant 3 Rep 216 Posts Drives: BMW 128i Cpe Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Omaha Nebraska iTrader: (1)	I have the PC7424 and it works great. Easy to use especially for first timers. I think I read there is a newer model out, so do you research.
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Detailers Domain Major General 2061 Rep 6,921 Posts Drives: 20 M2C / 22 X3MC Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (24)	yes the pc7424xp is the new one.
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07-21-2009, 09:14 AM	#8
ronnyek Captain 25 Rep 682 Posts Drives: 2010 Evo MR Touring Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: space iTrader: (1)	Just quick question... sounds like people have moved up from here... should I bother with this one? I dont want to go with something I can do damage with, but I dont want to waste money on something that I wont be able to get the end result I am looking for.
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07-21-2009, 09:49 AM	#9
Greg@DetailedImage Brigadier General 125 Rep 3,515 Posts Drives: clean and protected Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	You will need get a backing plate and some quality pads to get the most out of your buffer. I never use the factory pad and don't recommend you use it on your paint. We have some great deals on the Porter Cable 7424 XP at www.detailedimage.com if you are interested. Here are our current prices and products included: Porter Cable 7424XP Random Orbital Buffer $124.99 DI Packages Porter Cable 7424XP 6.5" Basic Kit $139.99 PC 7424 XP, 6" Backing Plate and 1x Pad (of your choice) DI Packages Porter Cable 7424 XP 6.5" Starter Kit $189.99 PC 7424 XP, 6" Backing Plate, 6" counter weight, 7x (of your choice) and 3x Snappy Clean DI Packages Porter Cable 7424 XP 6.5" Advanced Kit $289.99 PC 7424 XP, 6" Backing Plate, 6" counter weight, 21x (of your choice) and 6x Snappy Clean If you have any questions about these packages or anything related to detailing please let me know. Greg @ Detailed Image
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Detailers Domain Major General 2061 Rep 6,921 Posts Drives: 20 M2C / 22 X3MC Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Jersey iTrader: (24)	just make sure you do the right calculations. you have to buy the tool. then you have add the correct pads backing plate polishes so if you buy from your sponsor(s) you will get a one stop shop...one shipping rate and the 10% discount and service as well as tech support. so do the calculations correctly first. I'm going to say that we are just as competitive.
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