Griot's Garage 3 Inch???

Just bought one. used it last week and its ONLY good for wetsanding headlights and applying wax to wheels. THATS IT. This thing has no power whatsoever. I would strongly encourage you to buy a PC and use 4 inch spot buff pads on a 3.5 inch backing plate.
 
I like the GG 3" for getting to the small areas that the PC can't get to.
 
I am sure some would say the GG 3in is kind of pointless since you can put a small backing plate on the full size model. But the 3in model is just so easy to work with when doing certain things.
 
artofdetailing said:
Just bought one. used it last week and its ONLY good for wetsanding headlights and applying wax to wheels. THATS IT. This thing has no power whatsoever. I would strongly encourage you to buy a PC and use 4 inch spot buff pads on a 3.5 inch backing plate.
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This. only really worth it for wet sanding. Save your money and go with the smaller backing plate for the PC/GG and pads.
 
artofdetailing said:
Just bought one. used it last week and its ONLY good for wetsanding headlights and applying wax to wheels. THATS IT. This thing has no power whatsoever. I would strongly encourage you to buy a PC and use 4 inch spot buff pads on a 3.5 inch backing plate.
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I disagree. Mine offers more benefits than "only good for wet sanding". Mike Phillips has also detailed the benefits the 3" offers.

If you have an opinion on a product, great, but don't try stating it as fact as its misleading to those seeking purchase advice.

:)
 
StangFan25 said:
I disagree. Mine offers more benefits than "only good for wet sanding". Mike Phillips has also detailed the benefits the 3" offers.

If you have an opinion on a product, great, but don't try stating it as fact as its misleading to those seeking purchase advice.

:)
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So what do you use it for? Curious to know
 
from what ive read in the past. For paint correction speed 6 is a MUST. But other than that i cant see it NOT being useful, plus it probably is more fun to use it bet lol
 
In my opinion, one would get better results with the PC and 4 inch spot buff pads from lake country. I will say the 3" is exceptional for applying wheel wax and sealants though.
 
Its great for wheels use. it can do paint correction , and also on very tight spots its very useful. Got mine for $100 with like 6 pads and some Mf's so i will say its definitely worth it.

great for taking the wheels or other parts inside and polish them sitting in the couch :p
 
IMO this little machine gets a back rep and yeah its small and honestly only needs one setting, speed 6, LOL but when you use a mf compounding/polishing pad it does better than you'd think. That said, it has its limits, remember, this machine is small and has a small motor. Also, using the mf pad along with a product like Meg's UC or M101 can make the GG 3" work wonders.

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StangFan25 said:
Polishing my spoiler, front bumper, other areas that are too small for the 6"

Search for Mikes thread, he offers other uses for the 3" as well.
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So you can't polish your spoiler or front bumper with a GG6 with a 4"pad?
 
Rsurfer said:
So you can't polish your spoiler or front bumper with a GG6 with a 4"pad?
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Why would I want to waste the time to stop working, change plates, pads, and start again. You might enjoy wasting valuable time, but I don't.
 
I just do what I need to do with the larger pads, then switch plates and do the smaller areas. Not that difficult for me and I don't really lose much time doing it that way. Plus I'm usually ready for a short break by then anyway.

Maybe someday one of these RO machines will be made with some quick release mechanism to quickly switch plates in and out. Something like those quick release connectors for air compressor tools.
 
The pc is what like 20 bucks more? Add $30 more for a 3.5 inch backing plate and 4 inch spot buff pads. I agree i like to use 2 different polishers so i can do each panel to completion. Im just trying to help out not trying to bash a product...i want my fellow forum members to have the best
 
StangFan25 said:
Why would I want to waste the time to stop working, change plates, pads, and start again. You might enjoy wasting valuable time, but I don't.
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Ever heard of a second GG6..which can also act as a back up.
 
Rsurfer said:
Ever heard of a second GG6..which can also act as a back up.
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Sure, but that's what my cheaper 3" does.

I'm a little confused as to why my choice of using a certain tool, and the way I prefer to detail my own car is such a big deal. You detail how you like, and I'll detail how I like. K? Thanks. :rolleyes:
 
I added a carpet brush to mine for agitation after my pre-spray. It does a great job agitating bf extraction.
 
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