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RPL Prowler Junkie Posts: 3448 From: Rochester Hills, MI Registered: JUL 2000	posted 11-16-2005 02:10 PM Has anyone had experience with both a Porter Cable and a Waxmaster/Sears Random-Orbit polisher? I've had a couple of the Waxmaster/Sears polishers for years but am considering the Porter Cable unit. I use a three step detail process on CJ's cars, cleaner, swirl hider and polish/wax. By the time I complete one car, the constant vibration has me worn out. I was reminded of this this past weekend when I used a polisher to clean up our pontoon boat. I'd appreciate comments from anyone with experience.
Pantera Prowler Junkie Posts: 1216 From: Connecticut Registered: NOV 2004	posted 11-16-2005 02:38 PM I have the porter cable...I like it. I bought it through Griot's Garage. Their polishes and pads work great too.
Bob Miller Prowler Junkie Posts: 4576 From: Alexandria, Virginian USA Registered: OCT 2003	posted 11-16-2005 02:44 PM GRROWL (aka "Dr Detail") here on POA suggested I buy the Porter-Cable Random Orbiter when I was looking for something to detail my Prowler. He had only great things to say about it so I bought one. It's easy to use and the results have been very good.
Howard Prowler Junkie Posts: 1749 From: Valencia, CA, USA Registered: JAN 2005	posted 11-16-2005 02:49 PM Here is some information on the Porter Cable unit. http://www.guidetodetailing.com/articles.php?articleId=47
pumpkin Prowler Junkie Posts: 7907 From: Las Cruces, NM, USA Registered: DEC 2001	posted 11-16-2005 04:16 PM Have been using the porter cable polisher for over five years, The best money I spent. Also I get all my pads an detail equipment from Griot's garage.The pads are great from Griot's, the thins really work great. ------------------ Current mods: Mopar dual exhaust & front mudflaps; MacMotorsports Air Intake; Real Rod Air Patrol; Graphics by Balistek Designs; ($8) Chrome grille; Chrome tire valve-stem covers; Painted rear bumper lettering; Prowler Pro Gears; Synthetic Oil; Raybestos Ceramic Brake Pads; TGF Door Panel Inserts & Headrest Covers; SheepskinExpress Sheepskin Seatcovers; Grille Light; Pinstriping by Bo Boring; Painted Valve Cover; Window Tinting; Windshield Visor Banner; Front Bumper Removal / Relocation of Front Turn Signal Lights; Real Rod Transmission Cooler Cover, Sill and Carpet Covers, Aero Front Covers and Roadster Rear Pan, rear bumpers removed; rear mudflaps; painted calipers; Prowler Products by Gary Drilled Rotors, front and rear; Painted tach; Jay's Aluminum Billet Center Caps w/shimmers, Chrome Lugnuts and Chrome Radio Bezel Shimmer; Dash Rings; Windshield Wiper Arm Removal; Fender Trim; Speaker Replacement; Painted Plenum; Painted Radiator Crossmember; Painted Rear Mudflaps; Air Patrol graphics; Aluminum engine compartment support bars; PlasmaGlow 7-color LED Underbody Kit; Dash Designs Dash Mat; Airbrushed Rear Trim Panel; Painted Headlight Caps; Modified Big Tach; Real Rod Speaker Box Cover; and TGF Grill. More 'Pumpkin' photos . . . . . More cars and other stuff New pictures in Personal Scrapbook (02/23/03) "I may have to grow older, but I do not have to grow up!" "The Prowler is not a car to go from Point A to Point B. The Prowler is the Point!"
MeanGene Prowler Junkie Posts: 2407 From: Burtonsville, MD Registered: JAN 2001	posted 11-16-2005 04:16 PM I agree you need a radom orbital polisher - Porter is the best. Look for one like in the picture . This one can't burn or score the paint and limits hand fatigue. Polisher This message has been edited by MeanGene on 11-16-2005 at 04:17 PM
MIKE GATLIN Prowler Junkie Posts: 4307 From: Flushing, MI Registered: AUG 2000	posted 11-16-2005 04:23 PM Bob. I picked up the Porter Cable unit a few weeks ago and am very happy with it. I spent a lot of time with it over a few days and didn't suffer that kind of fatigue. The Porter Cable also offers an addtional counter weight for anti vibration. I don't have that add on. I looked around a little and didn't see much difference in delivered price but did like the package options offered by www.Autogeek.net. Service was outstanding, ordered Tuesday and took shipment on Thursday coming from New York. You are welcome to stop by and handle it if you like. This message has been edited by MIKE GATLIN on 11-16-2005 at 04:26 PM
Al's Prowler Prowler Junkie Posts: 1374 From: DeWitt, Mi Registered: JAN 2002	posted 11-16-2005 04:55 PM Bob, Probably the best place to buy a Porter-Cable 7424 Car Buffer / Polisher, http://www.coastaltool.com/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/a/port/7424_car_buffer.htm?L+coastest+cxmn7090ffaa23aa+1092442819 . It comes with one 6" Foam Polishing Pad #54745, I would order a couple more to have around. BTW, I love mine. Al
DizzysHotToy Prowler Junkie Posts: 136 From: Perris, CA , USA Registered: JUN 2003	posted 11-16-2005 06:40 PM I also have one that I use with my ADAM'S line of detail products. Love them and the polisher. ------------------ TnTPRLR
RPL Prowler Junkie Posts: 3448 From: Rochester Hills, MI Registered: JUL 2000	posted 11-16-2005 06:57 PM Thanks for all of the advise and comments. I was hoping that someone had used both products and could shed some light on the vibration levels. I recognize that the Porter Cable machine is far superior to the Waxmaster/Sears polishers. The notes about the different counter weights for different size pads mentions that excessive vibration may be caused by use of the wrong counter weight kit. Let me rephrase my questions. What diameter pad is recommended? What speed is recommended for light polishing? I guess that I'm looking for a better polishing solution than I currently have (Waxmaster/Sears with microfibre covers used to apply the products).
Neal & Mary Ann Bardens Prowler Junkie Posts: 587 From: Lowell Indiana USA Registered: JUL 2002	posted 11-16-2005 07:34 PM RPL; If you are having problems with vibration bothering your hands and arms, get a pair of jell gloves.I wear them when I use my weed wacker and my impact. Neal ------------------
ed monahan Prowler Junkie Posts: 33595 From: Cincinnati, OH Registered: JUL 2000	posted 11-16-2005 07:44 PM Neal, I never thought of using a weedwhacker to shine the car but the long handle would make it easier to reach the low spots. Thanks for the tip. Is this site great or what!!!!
Howard Prowler Junkie Posts: 1749 From: Valencia, CA, USA Registered: JAN 2005	posted 11-16-2005 08:40 PM Ed: I hope this helps you with your wackers,whackers. The first picture is a Weed Wacker. The second picture is a Weed Whacker. The third picture is Deborah Wacker. The fourth picture is Sally Whacker.
MIKE GATLIN Prowler Junkie Posts: 4307 From: Flushing, MI Registered: AUG 2000	posted 11-16-2005 09:30 PM Where is Tally?
ed monahan Prowler Junkie Posts: 33595 From: Cincinnati, OH Registered: JUL 2000	posted 11-16-2005 09:44 PM knick, knack, paddy (patti) Whack, give the dog a bone, this old man went rolling home. You guys be sickoes. lol
GenoTex Prowler Junkie Posts: 8492 From: Oakfield, WI, USA Registered: MAR 2002	posted 11-17-2005 01:56 AM Bob... never handled a Porter before, I went for the less expensive Sears brand myself.... works fine
RPL Prowler Junkie Posts: 3448 From: Rochester Hills, MI Registered: JUL 2000	posted 11-17-2005 09:57 AM At least everyone is still into having a good time! I love it! I'll try a set of gel gloves. I use them when shooting big bore hand guns and they really help. My biggest problem isn't my hands but my upper arms and shoulders. That whole lot of shaking going on tires them out. I'm going to finish this season with my existing equipment. Its worked well for ten years. Next spring I'll try the Porter Cable unit when I have more time to experiment with different size and types of pads.
Tytanium-K Prowler Junkie Posts: 3017 From: Sweet Home Northern Bama, USA Registered: JUL 2004	posted 11-17-2005 10:23 AM I only have experience with Howard's 1st two photos --otherwise nada...but have enjoyed reading all the comments anyway! Good luck "shake, rattle, and rolling..." RPL

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