DA Power System

[andytsang]

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^ I am wondering the same thing. I don't have corded drill. I wonder we could use it with cordless drill for interior or waxing.

[Murr1525]

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Carpet might be too much resistance for a cordless drill... a leather/vinyl seat maybe ok.

[Michael Stoops]

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Unless you have a very potent cordless drill, you're going to be challenged to do much beyond just applying wax with this tool. But a good cordless drill, on a full charge, is a great way to apply wax without pulling out a full sized DA, or if you like applying a paste wax with a power tool. But it's surprising how quickly a cordless tool can bog down once you spread its power over the surface area of a pad. With a corded drill you can really bear down on the pad and it will keep rotating.

[FX4619]

Why is Meguiars competing against their own products? This tool may reduce G110v2 sales, with the exception of the interior cleaning kit.

[Marc08EX]

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Why is Meguiars competing against their own products? This tool may reduce G110v2 sales, with the exception of the interior cleaning kit.

I don't think that the DA power system is going to eat up sales of the G110v2. IMO, they're trying to target the car enthusiast who's not willing to shell out $180 for a dual action polisher especially if they're afraid to use it. For $60, it's more bearable in an amateur's pocket.

I can relate to this in economics where the manufacturer/seller is trying to capture everyone in the market. The example in that topic is first class vs economy class ticket pricing. You're riding in the same airplane but some people pay premium to get some VIP treatment and extra benefits. The G110v2 is like the first class ticket while the power system is the economy class ticket.

[Soarer5]

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Great points by Marc08EX. The average consumer will probably only use this on their own cars. Can you imagine polishing multiple cars with 4" pads lol? So for anyone looking to detail as a hobby/extra income will most likely invest in a G110v2. Each system has it's own market. Just like Toyota has some nice cars, but their Lexus line is on another level above it.

[jhhodges]

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Saw this tool in action last night. Looks like just the thing to complement a G110v2 for smaller/tighter areas. Put me on the list for one.

[CumminsCrazed]

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do ya spose i could use this system with my cordless drill?

http://www.dewalt.com/tools/cordless-drills-hammerdrills-dc901kl.aspx

[Murr1525]

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Maybe waxing with the hammer turned off...

[ricadodetail]

It would be great it next year the power system comes with a brush for the interior to get really deep into the carpets or does this already do that? Almost all manufacturers focus on the exterior but i would like to see more power tools for the interior. Great start though dont get me wrong not complaining just wishing cant wait to try it out.

[SpoolMe]

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I just realized this doesnt power itself... you need a separate power source? *disappointed*

[Murr1525]

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Well, it is meant to be an attatchment for a drill.

[Michael Stoops]

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do ya spose i could use this system with my cordless drill?

http://www.dewalt.com/tools/cordless...s-dc901kl.aspx

As good as this tool might be, it just meets the minimum speed requirements for this tool. We recommend 1500-2500 rpm range, which is typical of corded tools. This tool shows a max speed of 1600 rpm, so with the 9:1 reduction ratio in the tool it's going to be at the bottom limit for defect removal. Still, this drill could be just the ticket for quick wax application with the tool, especially a paste wax. For spot correction it might be OK, too, but any longer term use is going to seriously push a cordless tool.

Maybe waxing with the hammer turned off...

Undoubtedly!!!

I just realized this doesnt power itself... you need a separate power source? *disappointed*

Well, since most people already own a drill, we're able to keep costs down by not incorporating all that goes into the drill itself.

[s word]

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I can't wait for this tool. To earlier comments I do think this will be a perfect stepping stool for those who have not tried a DA yet. I know for a fact I would have never used a DA had I not attended the Meguiars 101 class. But If I lived out of state, I could see this as a step up before the DA. Now that I have a DA I still have a ton of uses for this product. Like the Piano Finish trim on the exterior of my VW CC. The pieces between the front and rear door are hard to get at with the larger foam pads. If I had this tool that job could be done much easier.

Mike I see the red, yellow, black pad selection similar DA.

Right now on the DA i don;t use red. I use yellow for compound and black for polish/wax. Is the foam similar that I could use the same setup on the DA Power System (DAPS)? Or is red suggested for correction due to the different nature of the tool?

I really want this for the carpet attachment. Can that process be explained a little further? Is it vacuum, spray on cleaner, use DAPS, wipe off? or should I use a wet vac to remove soap/contaminants after DAPS process?
Is there any bit in the kit to take care of rubber monster mat type floor mats? A lot of the cars I work on have them and I imagine a foam attachment and soap/degreaser would fix those mats up real quick. Thanks

[Michael Stoops]

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I can't wait for this tool. To earlier comments I do think this will be a perfect stepping stool for those who have not tried a DA yet. I know for a fact I would have never used a DA had I not attended the Meguiars 101 class. But If I lived out of state, I could see this as a step up before the DA. Now that I have a DA I still have a ton of uses for this product. Like the Piano Finish trim on the exterior of my VW CC. The pieces between the front and rear door are hard to get at with the larger foam pads. If I had this tool that job could be done much easier.

Mike I see the red, yellow, black pad selection similar DA.

Right now on the DA i don;t use red. I use yellow for compound and black for polish/wax. Is the foam similar that I could use the same setup on the DA Power System (DAPS)? Or is red suggested for correction due to the different nature of the tool?

I really want this for the carpet attachment. Can that process be explained a little further? Is it vacuum, spray on cleaner, use DAPS, wipe off? or should I use a wet vac to remove soap/contaminants after DAPS process?
Is there any bit in the kit to take care of rubber monster mat type floor mats? A lot of the cars I work on have them and I imagine a foam attachment and soap/degreaser would fix those mats up real quick. Thanks

While we don't usually recommend our burgundy foam cutting pad on a traditional DA because the aggressiveness of that pad, when coupled with the orbital motion of a traditional DA, has a high tendency to haze paint. This DA Power System is not an orbital movement like a G110v2, Porter Cable, etc but rather a forced rotation similar to the Flex 3401. Hazing isn't such an issue here so we use the extra cutting power of the burgundy pad to get the job done more effectively.

The carpet attachment is a specialized foam pad that should be used much as you describe - spray on your cleaner, agitate thoroughly with the DAPS, then wipe or blot dry. Now, if you're using a cleaner that really should be rinsed with water then you should do so, and then use either a shop vac or similar to dry the carpet.

For rubber floor mats you could easily use something like our M39 Heavy Duty Vinyl Cleaner and one of the yellow foam polishing pads normally used for paint. This is actually pretty common with a full sized DA when cleaning the vinyl seating in boats.