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Just a quick quesiton. I've done some searching to no avail so I figured I would ask. Can you use a 8" pad on a 6.5" backing plate? I just want to know if I need to buy two backing plates for the rotary. Thanks.
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Re: Question on pad and backing plate size?
I was about to post the same question. I made a mistake and bought 8" pads instead of 6", and before I returned them, was wondering if I could use them with the same backing plate. -
Re: Question on pad and backing plate size?
Are you asking this for use with a rotary buffer or a dual action polisher?
If you're referring to this combination with a rotary buffer then the larger pads can be used with the smaller backing plates but you'll have a lot of give around the outside of the pad because there's no backing plate behind the pad to support it. This will tend to reduce how aggressive the cleaning action of the process is but that's not always a bad thing. It can also help when working on real curvy panels.
It is not a Meguiar's recommended procedure so we make no performance claims for this combination.
If you're referring to this combination with a dual action polisher the larger pads will reduce the effectiveness of the available power from the dual action polisher because of the increased surface area the tool must try to move over the surface, both oscillating and rotating.
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Re: Question on pad and backing plate size?
I would be using a 7424, so I guess I'll get in touch with Rick at ADS and see about swapping them. I got the chance to meet him last week and he is a nice guy.Comment
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Re: Question on pad and backing plate size?
Mike, thanks for the reply. It would be for a rotary. I guess I could always try it and if it does not produce the results I'm looking for I could always buy the bigger backing plate.Originally posted by Mike Phillips View PostAre you asking this for use with a rotary buffer or a dual action polisher?
Thanks again.Comment
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Re: Question on pad and backing plate size?
Two birds with one stone... (so to speak)
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