porter cable buffer?

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I see a lot about the "porter cable buffer" when people discuss detailing boats. What is so special about this as opposed to a 10 inch variable speed buffer sold just about anywhere else? Can someone tell me why I should get one (why spend extra)?
 
If you are referring to a buffer simialr to what Sears and many automotive places sell, there is little comparison to the Porter Cable 7336SP that I have. The PC is polisher and not a buffer, the difference being that it turns at a higher rpm. It is a much higher quality tool than any of the automotive buffers that I have seen.

If you are simply waxing your boat, a buffer will do nicely, but if you are trying to restore shine to gelcoat, or buff out scratches, the PC machine is what you want. As a bonus, the 'SP' designation on mine refers to the fact that it comes as a kit and is convertable to a 6" RO sander.

Dan
 
The Porter Cable 7428 7" polisher I use has variable speed. If I remember right it is a favorite for car detailers. It has lots of torque at low speeds. Low speed is needed so the suface being polished does not burn.
 
Difference is the Porter Cable is a random action polisher versus a rotary buffer like a Makita. The Porter Cable does not spin in a circle, the head kind of vibrates in all directions leaving no swirl marks.

Big difference.

Jonathan
 
Porter cable 7424 is a random orbit polisher that most detailer use. It can do a lot of heavy duty buffing without the threat of swirling and burning associated with rotarys. Its easier for the weekender to use.
 
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Originally posted by solar

The Porter Cable 7428 is rotary though.

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Ok, didn't know that. I have the orbital, not sure many people are talking about the rotary, I think they are talking about the random.

For rotary, the new Makitas are great.

Jonathan
 
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