-=Jeff=- Posted December 31, 2023 Share Posted December 31, 2023 I just got this and really like it however, where can I get a 3" backing plate? or is the one on the machine good enough for 3" pads? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted January 2 Share Posted January 2 The Micro will only fit the backing plate it comes with of the rotary attachment. Do not use 3" pads with it or the existing backing plate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 -=Jeff=- Posted January 4 Author Share Posted January 4 On 1/2/2024 at 5:29 PM, falcaineer said: The Micro will only fit the backing plate it comes with of the rotary attachment. Do not use 3" pads with it or the existing backing plate! Any more info other than do not use 3" pads? Also in the kit it looks like an adapter to a plastic type threading ? what fits that? Also I assume for use in spots after a wet sand the Microfiber pad will cut more than the Blue pad? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 Wow, autocorrect really did a number on my reply. I meant to say the machine will only fit the backing plate it comes with "or" the rotary attachment, and do not use 3" pads "on" the existing backing plate (that comes with the machine). What other info are you looking for? Which plastic type threading? I have the polisher but don't remember any plastic threads. Any pictures of what you mean? Yes, microfiber will cut more than blue foam. You'll likey need to finish with the white foam and Polish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 -=Jeff=- Posted January 4 Author Share Posted January 4 I will take a picture and post the plastic threading I am referring to. The adapter in the kit is metal but looks to accept plastic threaded backing plates Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 -=Jeff=- Posted January 6 Author Share Posted January 6 The adapter I was referring to is a direct drive adapter for use with the Brush. When I went to take a pice I saw the plastic threaded end of the brush and it made sense. as for 3-3.4" inches pads. I found a 3" backing plate that should fit. The included backing plate stud is a M6*1.0 I will know if the backing plate fits next week when I receive it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 8 hours ago, -=Jeff=- said: The adapter I was referring to is a direct drive adapter for use with the Brush. When I went to take a pice I saw the plastic threaded end of the brush and it made sense. as for 3-3.4" inches pads. I found a 3" backing plate that should fit. The included backing plate stud is a M6*1.0 I will know if the backing plate fits next week when I receive it I would not recommend using a larger backing plate, you could prematurely wear out the bearings on the machine. I also question the results you'll get. But it's your money! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 -=Jeff=- Posted January 7 Author Share Posted January 7 (edited) 38 minutes ago, falcaineer said: I would not recommend using a larger backing plate, you could prematurely wear out the bearings on the machine. I also question the results you'll get. But it's your money! interesting. I would think as a rotary there would be less of a chance as an orbital for bearing wear. I am currently wet sanding and buffing some new parts for my car. I will see if it fits and then decide if I want to try it Edited January 7 by -=Jeff=- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 -=Jeff=- Posted January 7 Author Share Posted January 7 I mainly bought this for the rotary function and small areas for the bumper and side ground effects to get in areas after wet sand. my 7" rotary is too big for some areas. I am considering the SK mini for 3" duties for DA polishing.. I can also use the 2" pad setup for the Micro. Like I said, I will see if it fits and decide if I want to try it or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted January 8 Share Posted January 8 I didn't realize you only wanted to use the rotary function, but it's not a really powerful machine so I don't know for that it'll work as you may expect. The SK Mini/SK 12mm Pro are much better suited to using a 3.5" pad, but there's no rotary. Adam's only sells DA machines, at least right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 -=Jeff=- Posted January 8 Author Share Posted January 8 Yeah I bought the Micro for the dual purpose.. I need the rotary feature now and the DA feature more often later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 -=Jeff=- Posted February 3 Author Share Posted February 3 On 1/7/2024 at 8:00 PM, falcaineer said: I didn't realize you only wanted to use the rotary function, but it's not a really powerful machine so I don't know for that it'll work as you may expect. The SK Mini/SK 12mm Pro are much better suited to using a 3.5" pad, but there's no rotary. Adam's only sells DA machines, at least right now. Circling back on this.. which is the more versatile machine SK pro 12mm or the Mini 12mm? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted February 4 Share Posted February 4 6 hours ago, -=Jeff=- said: Circling back on this.. which is the more versatile machine SK pro 12mm or the Mini 12mm? Versatile how? They both have the same throw but the Pro is smoother and quieter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 -=Jeff=- Posted February 4 Author Share Posted February 4 51 minutes ago, falcaineer said: Versatile how? They both have the same throw but the Pro is smoother and quieter. Ah so that is the difference.. that helps. I am looking for it to be the middle machine. I bought a 15mm pro last year along with the micro. (Which is great). This would round out the middle for things the other 2 cannot do falcaineer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted February 4 Share Posted February 4 1 hour ago, -=Jeff=- said: Ah so that is the difference.. that helps. I am looking for it to be the middle machine. I bought a 15mm pro last year along with the micro. (Which is great). This would round out the middle for things the other 2 cannot do Spend a little extra on the Pro, you won't look back! Trust me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 -=Jeff=- Posted February 4 Author Share Posted February 4 Yeah that will be the route I go. Not needed yet although the 25% off right now is a good deal falcaineer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted February 4 Share Posted February 4 11 hours ago, -=Jeff=- said: Yeah that will be the route I go. Not needed yet although the 25% off right now is a good deal That's about as high as you'll see all year. Don't forget the pads! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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I just got this and really like it however, where can I get a 3" backing plate? or is the one on the machine good enough for 3" pads?
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