Porter Cable 7424

Wardy · 14-04-2006, 23:22

Are these available in the UK? I can only seem to find US retailers when I looked.

Or are there any similar items that could be purchased more easily, i.e. by popping down to B&Q etc......

Cheers,
Steve

skodaw · 15-04-2006, 06:51

take a look at deatailing world - Porter cable import guide
A very detailed guide to get a proper porter cable into the UK.

ickleginge · 15-04-2006, 08:27

Wardy, I've actually just received a Porter Cable 724 from the states. I purchased mine from www.maxtool.co.uk and it arrived in just over a week by Fedex Express. I am actually an electricain by trade and so already have all the necessary 110v equipment (transformer, leads, plugs) that I imagine you would probably have to buy. As for pads and backing plates I used a combination of the top people at www.polishedbliss.co.uk and www.ebay.co.uk I think the ebay selller I used was "seriousperformance"?

**VRStu** · 15-04-2006, 08:52

If you can buy the pads elsewhere then why not make up your own kit using something like

http://www.machinemart.co.uk/product...0&r=2114&g=115 which is already 240v

Glider · 15-04-2006, 08:55

Try these places, but as said sign up on detailingworld.co.uk and see the guide, far cheaper from the US.
Stu the max speed for the PC is 6000rpm any more and they recon you could damage the paint with heat generated.

http://www.thepolishingcompany.com/foryourcar.html
http://www.motorgeek.co.uk/1porter-c...her-p-182.html

Wardy · 15-04-2006, 11:19

Cheers guys - I'm already on DetailingWorld, but hadn't seen this guide. Will check it out, along with the other suggestions here

Steve

ickleginge · 19-04-2006, 21:08

Wardy. Here is just one reason to purchase yourself a Porter Cable 7424.

Before:

After:

Bigw2069 · 19-04-2006, 21:13

Wow thats a great finish,

Pity about the shoes

ickleginge · 19-04-2006, 21:33

Hey they're my work faster footwear!

**VRStu** · 19-04-2006, 23:22

Looks like you are trying to have a dump!!

Great finish though.

chowy · 25-04-2006, 10:01

Been looking into one myself. If you get registered on detailing world forum, a guy on there can get you 20% off too from the above mentioned import guide.

I think we are talking about £200 all in inc. pads and compounds

Wardy · 25-04-2006, 23:46

Yeah, I'm on Detailing World, so know about the discount available.

Thanks though

Maybe in a couple of months - it's quite a lot of cash really, but the finish available is undeniable. You just can't get up to that standard any other way - plain and simple

Steve

Harry_vRS · 26-04-2006, 20:54

There is a lot of talk about he Porter Cable is there nothing similar that could do the job?

Been looking into getting one for a while now, the results I've seen are simply stunning.

Wardy · 26-04-2006, 23:22

I've been looking at options for quite some time now, and nothing seems to come close. For ease of use versus results it appears pretty unbeatable

There's no denying that there are cheaper options out there, but none seem to have the control and flexibilty of the Porter. Indeed, some of the cheaper ones spin quicker so you could easily put your paint finish at risk by using one.

Steve

fullhog · 11-05-2006, 22:52

Check out the Sealey DAS150T it's as close as you can get.Seen one on ebay for £100 the normal price is around £180 and you won't have to buy a step down transformer.

**VRStu** · 12-05-2006, 07:52

What about this baby - http://www.motorspeed.com/store_main...product_id=989

Mr Grumpy · 12-05-2006, 07:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

What about this baby - http://www.motorspeed.com/store_main...product_id=989

That looks a handy tool!

If it'a Megs. one it should be pretty good n'est pas?
The prices for polishes etc look competitive too

**VRStu** · 12-05-2006, 08:00

Here's a PC kit if it's not been turned up already -

http://www.thepolishingcompany.com/portercablekit.html

**VRStu** · 12-05-2006, 08:13

I've just been reading up on these Porter Cable machines and it clearly states that the 5", 6" sander and polisher are all the same body - the difference is in the counter balance weights and the polisher uses the 6" weights so it's effectively a 6" sander with a polishing pad on.

These will be the key specs to chack when trying to find an alternative -

No-load Orbits Per Min: 2,500-6,000
Spindle Thread: 5/16"-24

**VRStu** · 12-05-2006, 08:18

On another thread about PC's it would appear that this is the accepeted soloution for 240/120v conversion

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=172282

Doesn't really look that hot to me though

seandolan · 12-05-2006, 08:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

On another thread about PC's it would appear that this is the accepeted soloution for 240/120v conversion

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=172282

Doesn't really look that hot to me though

I agree mate, over on detailing world they recommend this baby - this'll be the route I go when I get there.

http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/...73851&ts=65002

On buying the PC they recommend these guys:

http://www.autopia-carcare.com/pc-7424.html

Haven't done the maths (or math given that it's an American site

) but exchange is around $1.78 I think.

chowy · 12-05-2006, 10:15

This is what I just ordered and it comes to £163 in total according to Paypal after currency conversion.

I still need to buy some polish but I already have some last stage products.

Name Code Qty Each Options
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sonus SFX-1 Spot Pad SON-SFX-1SP 1 5.99
Sonus SFX-2 Spot Pad SON-SFX-2SP 1 5.99
Sonus SFX-3 Spot Pad SON-SFX-3SP 1 5.99
3.5" Dual-Action Spot Pad 43-085DA 1 11.99
Backing Plate
Sonus SFX-1 Swirl and SON-SFX-1FP 3 11.99
Scratch Remover Pad
Sonus SFX-2 Paint SON-SFX-2FP 2 10.99
Polishing Pad
Sonus SFX-3 Final Finish SON-SFX-3FP 3 10.99
& Wax Pad
Sonus Ultimate Polishing SON-UPM-KIT 1 149.99
Machine
Meguiars Ultra Plush Wash MEG-X-3010 1 5.99
Mitt
Sonus Der Wunder SON-DWPT-2 1 10.99
Polishing Towel, Pkg/2
Subtotal 287.85
Coupon discount -43.18
(international)
Subtotal 244.67
Shipping 60.05
Tax 0.00
Total 304.72

FinerDetails · 12-05-2006, 12:46

you can also get a kit from motorgeek at :

www.motorgeek.co.uk

regards

Iain

chowy · 15-05-2006, 14:05

Just got my PC delivered! First thing that struck me was how small it is. I was expecting a big thing but it's relatively small! Total price for below was £163

Just need to get a transformer from work now and also for some polish to arrive!

Wardy · 15-05-2006, 20:58

Good stuff, that should keep you busy for a while!

Steve

14-04-2006, 23:22	#1
Wardy 207/340 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 11,610 Thanks: 457 Thanked 360 Times in 348 Posts	Porter Cable 7424 Are these available in the UK? I can only seem to find US retailers when I looked. Or are there any similar items that could be purchased more easily, i.e. by popping down to B&Q etc...... Cheers, Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen "If in doubt, flat out." - Colin McRae

15-04-2006, 06:51	#2
skodaw Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: This area is under construction - please call back later :) Posts: 3,186 Thanks: 2 Thanked 9 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 take a look at deatailing world - Porter cable import guide A very detailed guide to get a proper porter cable into the UK. __________________ Dave '05 Silver Fabia vRS

15-04-2006, 08:27	#3
ickleginge Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: UK - South East Posts: 33 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Wardy, I've actually just received a Porter Cable 724 from the states. I purchased mine from www.maxtool.co.uk and it arrived in just over a week by Fedex Express. I am actually an electricain by trade and so already have all the necessary 110v equipment (transformer, leads, plugs) that I imagine you would probably have to buy. As for pads and backing plates I used a combination of the top people at www.polishedbliss.co.uk and www.ebay.co.uk I think the ebay selller I used was "seriousperformance"?

15-04-2006, 08:52	#4
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,728 Thanks: 139 Thanked 983 Times in 880 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 If you can buy the pads elsewhere then why not make up your own kit using something like http://www.machinemart.co.uk/product...0&r=2114&g=115 which is already 240v __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

15-04-2006, 08:55	#5
Glider Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Central Scotland Posts: 2,432 Thanks: 5 Thanked 51 Times in 32 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Try these places, but as said sign up on detailingworld.co.uk and see the guide, far cheaper from the US. Stu the max speed for the PC is 6000rpm any more and they recon you could damage the paint with heat generated. http://www.thepolishingcompany.com/foryourcar.html http://www.motorgeek.co.uk/1porter-c...her-p-182.html Last edited by Glider; 15-04-2006 at 08:56.

15-04-2006, 11:19	#6
Wardy 207/340 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 11,610 Thanks: 457 Thanked 360 Times in 348 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Cheers guys - I'm already on DetailingWorld, but hadn't seen this guide. Will check it out, along with the other suggestions here Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen "If in doubt, flat out." - Colin McRae

19-04-2006, 21:08	#7
ickleginge Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: UK - South East Posts: 33 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Wardy. Here is just one reason to purchase yourself a Porter Cable 7424. Before: After:

19-04-2006, 21:13	#8
Bigw2069 Moderator Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Rosyth,Scotland Posts: 5,627 Thanks: 210 Thanked 230 Times in 191 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Wow thats a great finish, Pity about the shoes __________________

19-04-2006, 21:33	#9
ickleginge Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: UK - South East Posts: 33 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Hey they're my work faster footwear!

19-04-2006, 23:22	#10
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,728 Thanks: 139 Thanked 983 Times in 880 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Looks like you are trying to have a dump!! Great finish though. __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

25-04-2006, 10:01	#11
chowy Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: north east uk Posts: 762 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Been looking into one myself. If you get registered on detailing world forum, a guy on there can get you 20% off too from the above mentioned import guide. I think we are talking about £200 all in inc. pads and compounds __________________ Present: BMW 130i M Sport 2007 \| Titanium Silver (No need to use indicators no more ) Sadly gone: Skoda Fabia vRS 2005 \| Black Magic (for pleasure) Present: Skoda Octavia Ambiente 1.9 Tdi 2005 \| Diamond Silver (for work)

25-04-2006, 23:46	#12
Wardy 207/340 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 11,610 Thanks: 457 Thanked 360 Times in 348 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Yeah, I'm on Detailing World, so know about the discount available. Thanks though Maybe in a couple of months - it's quite a lot of cash really, but the finish available is undeniable. You just can't get up to that standard any other way - plain and simple Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen "If in doubt, flat out." - Colin McRae

26-04-2006, 20:54	#13
Harry_vRS Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: North Posts: 2,053 Thanks: 17 Thanked 45 Times in 37 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 There is a lot of talk about he Porter Cable is there nothing similar that could do the job? Been looking into getting one for a while now, the results I've seen are simply stunning. __________________ \| Silver Octavia v/RS Mk2 \| 18" Alloys \| Dual Zone Climatronic \| Xenons \| \| 273bhp 335lbft \|

26-04-2006, 23:22	#14
Wardy 207/340 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 11,610 Thanks: 457 Thanked 360 Times in 348 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 I've been looking at options for quite some time now, and nothing seems to come close. For ease of use versus results it appears pretty unbeatable There's no denying that there are cheaper options out there, but none seem to have the control and flexibilty of the Porter. Indeed, some of the cheaper ones spin quicker so you could easily put your paint finish at risk by using one. Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen "If in doubt, flat out." - Colin McRae

11-05-2006, 22:52	#15
fullhog Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: central scotland Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Check out the Sealey DAS150T it's as close as you can get.Seen one on ebay for £100 the normal price is around £180 and you won't have to buy a step down transformer.

12-05-2006, 07:52	#16
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,728 Thanks: 139 Thanked 983 Times in 880 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 What about this baby - http://www.motorspeed.com/store_main...product_id=989 __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

12-05-2006, 08:00	#18
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,728 Thanks: 139 Thanked 983 Times in 880 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Here's a PC kit if it's not been turned up already - http://www.thepolishingcompany.com/portercablekit.html __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

12-05-2006, 08:13	#19
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,728 Thanks: 139 Thanked 983 Times in 880 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 I've just been reading up on these Porter Cable machines and it clearly states that the 5", 6" sander and polisher are all the same body - the difference is in the counter balance weights and the polisher uses the 6" weights so it's effectively a 6" sander with a polishing pad on. These will be the key specs to chack when trying to find an alternative - No-load Orbits Per Min: 2,500-6,000 Spindle Thread: 5/16"-24 __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

12-05-2006, 08:18	#20
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,728 Thanks: 139 Thanked 983 Times in 880 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 On another thread about PC's it would appear that this is the accepeted soloution for 240/120v conversion http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=172282 Doesn't really look that hot to me though __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio Last edited by VRStu; 12-05-2006 at 08:21.

12-05-2006, 10:15	#22
chowy Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: north east uk Posts: 762 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 This is what I just ordered and it comes to £163 in total according to Paypal after currency conversion. I still need to buy some polish but I already have some last stage products. Name Code Qty Each Options -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sonus SFX-1 Spot Pad SON-SFX-1SP 1 5.99 Sonus SFX-2 Spot Pad SON-SFX-2SP 1 5.99 Sonus SFX-3 Spot Pad SON-SFX-3SP 1 5.99 3.5" Dual-Action Spot Pad 43-085DA 1 11.99 Backing Plate Sonus SFX-1 Swirl and SON-SFX-1FP 3 11.99 Scratch Remover Pad Sonus SFX-2 Paint SON-SFX-2FP 2 10.99 Polishing Pad Sonus SFX-3 Final Finish SON-SFX-3FP 3 10.99 & Wax Pad Sonus Ultimate Polishing SON-UPM-KIT 1 149.99 Machine Meguiars Ultra Plush Wash MEG-X-3010 1 5.99 Mitt Sonus Der Wunder SON-DWPT-2 1 10.99 Polishing Towel, Pkg/2 Subtotal 287.85 Coupon discount -43.18 (international) Subtotal 244.67 Shipping 60.05 Tax 0.00 Total 304.72 __________________ Present: BMW 130i M Sport 2007 \| Titanium Silver (No need to use indicators no more ) Sadly gone: Skoda Fabia vRS 2005 \| Black Magic (for pleasure) Present: Skoda Octavia Ambiente 1.9 Tdi 2005 \| Diamond Silver (for work)

12-05-2006, 12:46	#23
FinerDetails Briskodian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Manchester Posts: 106 Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 you can also get a kit from motorgeek at : www.motorgeek.co.uk regards Iain

15-05-2006, 14:05	#24
chowy Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: north east uk Posts: 762 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Just got my PC delivered! First thing that struck me was how small it is. I was expecting a big thing but it's relatively small! Total price for below was £163 Just need to get a transformer from work now and also for some polish to arrive! __________________ Present: BMW 130i M Sport 2007 \| Titanium Silver (No need to use indicators no more ) Sadly gone: Skoda Fabia vRS 2005 \| Black Magic (for pleasure) Present: Skoda Octavia Ambiente 1.9 Tdi 2005 \| Diamond Silver (for work)

15-05-2006, 20:58	#25
Wardy 207/340 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 11,610 Thanks: 457 Thanked 360 Times in 348 Posts	Re: Porter Cable 7424 Good stuff, that should keep you busy for a while! Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen "If in doubt, flat out." - Colin McRae

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