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Old Nov 18, 2008 | 12:45 PM
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Is this the best pc kit for under 260.00 out there?

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I would like one that has everything, so I don't have to hunt and peck.

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May want to check out www.tropi-care.com first.

http://www.tropi-care.com/Porter_Cab..._p/tcpc-10.htm

You can then add your favorite polishes from there
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The sky's the limit on what one could look for in a kit. You can personalize based upon your needs. Check out our holiday's special thread and contact me with any questions or to order.

https://ls1tech.com/forums/appearanc...g-11-17-a.html
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^ topi-care is the one im going for. Its going to be a chirstmas present so i have to wait.
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Super. Question though... If I ordered the TCPC-10 kit, what polishes/sealers are NEEDED to get rid of my clear coat scratches/swirls/imperfections? I have a couple claybars, and all the necessary microfiber cloths and waffle weaves... I really would like to spend under $100 for all of the polishes etc... Steve lemme know and I'll be putting my order TODAY in bra!

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If you are going with Tropicare, get Menzerna polishes. Those are the best he offers in my opinion. My personal favorite polishes are Poorboy's World ssr2 and ssr1
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Originally Posted by Jason72g
Super. Question though... If I ordered the TCPC-10 kit, what polishes/sealers are NEEDED to get rid of my clear coat scratches/swirls/imperfections? I have a couple claybars, and all the necessary microfiber cloths and waffle weaves... I really would like to spend under $100 for all of the polishes etc... Steve lemme know and I'll be putting my order TODAY in bra!

Thanks!
For the stubborn scratches, I suggest the Menzerna SIP/orange pad combo followed by Swirl Cutter/white pad to smooth and refine the finish. The second step will help eliminate any hazing or micro-marring that could be inflicted with the orange pad polishing. To finish, use the blue pad with Sealant xP for lighter colors or our "Crystal Black" Carnauba Creme on darker colors. Use the discount code TC15off from our holiday special post to get best pricing on orders over $50.
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Old Nov 20, 2008 | 11:39 AM
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Hey Steve,
I've never used the porta cable always polised/waxed by hand, do you have a video or something to show the right way to use it? I would like to get a kit but am afraid of burning through the paint. Thanks
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you would have do something VERY VERY VERY drastic to burn through the paint with the Porter Cable. Youtube has video's showing how to use Dual Action polishers as well as Rotaries.
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You could easily get a kit under $260, as said before Tropi care is good stuff and another recommendation is adams polishes or zaino. They all have stuff thats basically the same and made for PC's. You choose which you want.
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Originally Posted by Project Cortez
Hey Steve,
I've never used the porta cable always polised/waxed by hand, do you have a video or something to show the right way to use it? I would like to get a kit but am afraid of burning through the paint. Thanks
The best way to learn the capability of the buffer is to turn it on and see its action on the surface. Using a liquid wax or non-abrasive sealant applied with a blue of black pad will give you an idea of its ability.

These guys are right in saying you would have to try and deliberately attempt to burn the clear coat with a PC. This machine just does not generate the heat and speed necessary to do so. At most, you can micro-mar or haze the surface but those conditions are easily corrected with a finer polish and softer foam buffing pad.
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