Greg@DI

Porter Cable has just released their latest version of the 7424, the Porter Cable 7424 XP. The 7424 XP has increased power, bumping their motor from 3.7 amps to 4.5 amps and increased the OPMs from 6,000 to 6,800. This buffer will help break down polishes more effectively and remove more imperfections. The 7424 XP also has better ergonomics such as better dial placement, more reliable on/off switch and so many other upgrades.



Porter Cable 7424 XP stands behind the improved reliability by offering a 3 year limited warranty, 1 year free service and a 90 day money back guarantee.

Be sure to check out our Porter Cable 7424 XP Packages for additional savings when you pick up a backing plate and pads:

Porter Cable 7424 XP 6.5" Basic Kit
Porter Cable 7424 XP 6.5" Kit
Porter Cable 7424 XP 6.5" Advanced Kit

If anyone has any questions on anything or needs a hand selecting any products, please do not hesitate to ask.

Greg @ Detailed Image

RsSharKy

i got a real stupid question to ask......
is this still made in USA??

varcity64

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was considering holding out for this but ended up getting the flex. greg is a great guy to deal with and shipping is lightning fast. buy with confidence

eyezack87

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Hehe, you think Porter Cable will send me one to put it through a real test Greg?

Good stuff though

Blkexcoupe

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I should have waited for this.

UDel

Although I am happy with my regular Porter Cable 7424 have you taken the new model out of the box and tried it? Does the quality seem as good as the original porter cable, do you notice a difference when turning it on like more noise, vibration, heat? Porter Cables are solid machines at a very good price with alot of support from different companies (pads/backing plates), I highly recommend Porter Cable.

nick01

What has more correction ability this or flex?

A1Lexis

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Yeah...me too. But I'm happy with my PC.

lexusscturbo

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Most likely the flex.

PaPaHoFF

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Definitely the flex. Flex has forced rotation and PC does not. Still not a bad machine to have though.

I read over at autopia it says.

Parts made in China
Machine assembled in Mexico and USA.

Greg@DI

From my understanding it's made in a few different countries with the final steps taking place here in the US before it's distributed.

Glad to hear you got everything nice and quick! I hope the Flex is working well for you and the detail work is coming out top notch.

lol, they specifically told me not to sell you one, j/k. This buffer is supposed to have enhanced durability. They now offer a 90 money back guarantee, 1 yr full warranty and 3 yr parts warranty. So I commend them for backing up this new tool with an improved warranty as well.

Greg @ Detailed Image

Greg@DI

It does feel a little more solid than the old unit and probably slightly less noisy with less vibration. It is a little bit bigger but overall it's definitely improvement. I don't think I would rush to get the 7424XP over the old 7424 because they are still relatively similar with their results. Instead I would recommend you save up and purchase a Flex or rotary buffer. These buffers will provide a more noticeable jump in results.

The Flex has quite a bit more power than the PC 7424XP. The Flex hits 9,600PMS while the new 7424XP is at 6,800OPMs which is over 40% more OPMs still for the Flex. The Flex has a more powerful motor so it won't bog down with pressure as well. The Flex also utilizes a forced random orbit which generates more cutting power as well.

Greg @ Detailed Image

eyezack87

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I'm glad I'm starting one of my friends in the detailing stuff. I should tell him to get one so I can play with it too haha. Enhanced warranty is great to hear thats for sure! I hope they didn't get the idea once they heard about me though haha