PC owners: G100, 7424 and 7336 - What one do you have?

[kenwarthen]

I have a 7424 I just got a few weeks ago. For the last decade I've been using a Cyclo. I thought the Cyclo was a nice machine, but the variable speed capabilities of the 7424 are a huge advantage.

[Mikeyc]

I bought the 7336 at my local Lowe's long before the big clearance sale, but I did have a 10% off coupon.

My purchase of this version of the machine was 100% motivated by price. I felt I didn't need a lifetime warranty because the machine doesn't get used all that much and the price difference was significant.

[smokinfastlegend]

I dont mean to sound stupid, but what is the difference between the 7424 and the 7336? I have tried looking at Lowes online for the 7424 but its not available and the 7336 is available but $109.

[saleem]

I dont mean to sound stupid, but what is the difference between the 7424 and the 7336? I have tried looking at Lowes online for the 7424 but its not available and the 7336 is available but $109.

I second this n00bie question! what is the difference, pleasee!

[saleem]

I dont mean to sound stupid, but what is the difference between the 7424 and the 7336? I have tried looking at Lowes online for the 7424 but its not available and the 7336 is available but $109.

I think I found the answer to my question. The 7424 comes with a 5" counterweight, and the 7336 comes with a 6" counterweight, which is b/c it comes w/ sanding pads. Even with polishing pads, though, it seems the 6" counterweight reduces vibrations back to the user.

[gb387]

I think I found the answer to my question. The 7424 comes with a 5" counterweight, and the 7336 comes with a 6" counterweight, which is b/c it comes w/ sanding pads. Even with polishing pads, though, it seems the 6" counterweight reduces vibrations back to the user.

FWIW, here is a thread to look over: The Dual Action Counterweight 'Controversy'

[gb387]

I dont mean to sound stupid, but what is the difference between the 7424 and the 7336? I have tried looking at Lowes online for the 7424 but its not available and the 7336 is available but $109.

If you haven't found the answer to your question,

Meguiars G100A Polisher - Lifetime warranty, 5 ounce counter weight, one backing plate and one pad is included - Meguiars G-100A This one is set up and ready to go out of the box.

Porter Cable 7336(considered a sander) - one year warranty, 6 ounce counter weight and you will have to buy the Meguiars DA Velcro Buffing System(contains: one backing plate, two soft buff polishing pads and one soft buff finishing pad)

Porter Cable 7424(considered a polisher) - one year warranty, 5 ounce counter weight and you will have to buy the Meguiars DA Velcro Buffing System(contains: one backing plate, two soft buff polishing pads and one soft buff finishing pad)

All three machines(the power unit itself)are basically the same. You need to get Meguiars brand pads if you go with either Porter-Cable (7424/7336) version, do not use the included white pad.

Read here on the two different counter weights: The Dual Action Counterweight 'Controversy'

[BuckeyeMCS]

Where is the Dewalt DW443 option? I know many guys that have one.

[saleem]

FWIW, here is a thread to look over: The Dual Action Counterweight 'Controversy'

Thanks for the headsup!

[Whelan]

G100

Got it for Christmas from my gf and love it love it love it!!!!