Griot's Garage NEW BOSS Paint Polishing System

[pcar crazy]

Ok, so I took advantage of the sale yesterday and I ordered a BOSS21. Not to start a huge debate but, I was going to get a Flex and I am hoping a made a good decision. Any thoughts?

 

[Marc08EX]

Ok, so I took advantage of the sale yesterday and I ordered a BOSS21. Not to start a huge debate but, I was going to get a Flex and I am hoping a made a good decision. Any thoughts?

I think you picked the right tool.

I originally had a Flex 3401 and I love my long throw DAs more than the 3401. The longer throw DA was easier to control and it works just as fast (if not better) in removing swirls and scratches.

I think the BOSS will be slightly better than the Rupes to be honest. I can't wait to get my hands on that in the future because I'll be comparing them side by side.

This is MY opinion. There are others that I know like the 3401 more and will disagree with me.

 

[RaskyR1]

Ok, so I took advantage of the sale yesterday and I ordered a BOSS21. Not to start a huge debate but, I was going to get a Flex and I am hoping a made a good decision. Any thoughts?

Both are very good and capable tools, no wrong choice IMO, and like Marc mentioned, it really comes down to what you like. For me, Even though the Flex performed well, I didn't really care for it and eventually sold it.

 

[trekkeruss]

There are others that I know like the 3401 more and will disagree with me.

It's good to keep in mind that these are just tools; a means to an end. If you prefer your Rupes and you get the results you want, then it's the right tool for the job. The important thing about a tool is that you are comfortable using it.

 

[Ccrew]

Ok, so I took advantage of the sale yesterday and I ordered a BOSS21. Not to start a huge debate but, I was going to get a Flex and I am hoping a made a good decision. Any thoughts?

I think asking after the fact is pointless. just my thought.

 

[pcar crazy]

I think asking after the fact is pointless. just my thought.

Thanks but, I disagree. The only question that is pointless is one that was never asked.

If someone had any experience with both of them and said, night and day, the Flex is better or vice versa, don't waste your money. I would consider exchanging one for the other. I assume they would do that seeing as, it hasn't even ship yet

 

[rms64]

Thanks but, I disagree. The only question that is pointless is one that was never asked.

If someone had any experience with both of them and said, night and day, the Flex is better or vice versa, don't waste your money. I would consider exchanging one for the other. I assume they would do that seeing as, it hasn't even ship yet

:iagree::iagree:

 

[pcar crazy]

Thanks guys! I can't wait to get it. I have 2 black and a 1 red car that I have been "maintaining" with a PC and it takes forever.

Plus, I'm not really able to pull heavy scratches or swirls out with the PC. I hope this new machine speeds things up a bit!

 

[Mike@ShineStruck]

The pads will fit... that's different than glass can be successfully polished...

Removing scratches out of glass is a time intensive process and it would be interesting to see how a long orbit stroke length polisher would work using a glass polishing pad and cerium oxide.

Next time I have a chance I'll test it out on a windshield with wiper marks.

Good deal ill be using car pros ceriglass
My kia has a bunch of horizontal scratch lines all over windshield. ..guessing from ice scraper
Couple of my older 70s cars have one or two scrathes from wiper blades
this will be my first test with the machine.

Just curious if I should have opted for the 5inch backing plate with 5.5 pads vs 6in plate and 6.5 pads

 

[808_detail_nut]

Can't wait to have someone use the megs MF system on it to see if it work as well as on the rupes. I was just about to get a rupes but now I think I'll wait a little bit. I am a fan of the megs MF system and just bought a bunch of MF pads and the new megs da foam pads to use with a 21. I for sure will buy a rupes 75 for my 3 and 4 inch pads but now I have to wait to see on the other I guess.


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[Firehouse Mike]

Honestly it comes down to being new technology and from your review, which I enjoyed btw, it looks like it will be a very nice machine. The other reviews are positive as well. I like the upgrades I see on this machine, even if there is some imitation going on. If I sell the GG6 now it is new and I can just get my money back. If I use it then it will be worth less and then I am paying more for the BOSS later on. If the BOSS is user friendly for newbs, which it sounds like it could be then I'd have no issues with purchasing it.

That is for the most part the main question I have, one which you could likely answer for me. Will the BOSS be practical for a person new to machine polishing?

FYI...Griots does have a 180 day return policy if you are not happy with a product. Just throwing that out there.

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I have a GG6 with 5" plate and have been using the new BOSS MF pads and creams. Works AWESOME! Seems to do just as well with all my Megs MF pads too. I'm in no hurry to get a new BOSS DA until I really need a new tool. :buffing:

Mike

 

[808_detail_nut]

I hear you on that but I'm down to my PC only because I need to get my flex fixed still. I'm thinking the 21 with a 5 inch then the rupes 75 for the 3. On second thought maybe I should get the 15 because once I get my flex fixed that will be my correction machine. So much options, driving me insane.


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[kecko]

FYI...Griots does have a 180 day return policy if you are not happy with a product. Just throwing that out there.

Customers for Life - 100% Guarantee - Griot's Garage

I have a GG6 with 5" plate and have been using the new BOSS MF pads and creams. Works AWESOME! Seems to do just as well with all my Megs MF pads too. I'm in no hurry to get a new BOSS DA until I really need a new tool. :buffing:

Mike

I appreciate the information and really wished this site had a "like" option.

I decided to keep my GG6 due to the great advice I got. Will learn off this platform and once I graduate and need something better, its a good feeling to know I have some great choices to choose from in Rubes, Flex and THE BOSS. I try not to be a fanboy of anything, instead buying things I know will make my life easier and worthy of my $$$.

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[J.Kempster]

I hear you on that but I'm down to my PC only because I need to get my flex fixed still. I'm thinking the 21 with a 5 inch then the rupes 75 for the 3. On second thought maybe I should get the 15 because once I get my flex fixed that will be my correction machine. So much options, driving me insane.


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I have the same mindset that you do and I really like Griots. I will wait for a while to see if the come out with a long throw 3" as well.


I currently have the Flex 3401 and like it but the end to end system is really nice for a weekend guy like me. After reading Mike's book I tend to stick with systems the best I can.

 

[808_detail_nut]

I have the same mindset that you do and I really like Griots. I will wait for a while to see if the come out with a long throw 3" as well.


I currently have the Flex 3401 and like it but the end to end system is really nice for a weekend guy like me. After reading Mike's book I tend to stick with systems the best I can.

Agreed, it makes things simple. I know sometimes there are products that are better but when I find something that works I stick to it. I really like megs MF system and invested in all the parts for it. I do need to upgrade my polishers especially since my flex is out. The rupes 3 inch has a 12 mm throw and that is more than enough I think for a 3 inch pad.


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[custmsprty]

Got mine today, can't wait to try it out. All I can say is the BOSS is a BEAST!

Just flipping the switch you can tell this is one serious DA.

The first thing I noticed is w/o the washer the backing plate spins much more freely than the Rupes 15 I have. I never did the washer mod on it so I'm going to test drive the GG21 w/o the washer installed. I also bought a 5" backing plate so I'll try it with both. One thing for sure, the throw on the GG21 is immense!

 

[J.Kempster]

Got mine today, can't wait to try it out. All I can say is the BOSS is a BEAST!

Just flipping the switch you can tell this is one serious DA.

The first thing I noticed is w/o the washer the backing plate spins much more freely than the Rupes 15 I have. I never did the washer mod on it so I'm going to test drive the GG21 w/o the washer installed. I also bought a 5" backing plate so I'll try it with both. One thing for sure, the throw on the GG21 is immense!

Did you get the creams and pads also? That baby looks sweet!

 

[custmsprty]

No, I have an over abundance of polishes at this point, way to many to buy any more. I did buy pads and the look and feel really solid. I'm hoping to line a vehicle up in a couple weeks to give the tool a good work out.

 

[RaskyR1]

Got mine today, can't wait to try it out. All I can say is the BOSS is a BEAST!

Just flipping the switch you can tell this is one serious DA.

The first thing I noticed is w/o the washer the backing plate spins much more freely than the Rupes 15 I have. I never did the washer mod on it so I'm going to test drive the GG21 w/o the washer installed. I also bought a 5" backing plate so I'll try it with both. One thing for sure, the throw on the GG21 is immense!

Congrats!

Would love to hear your feedback once you get to use it. What do you think of the design and feel of the tool from holding it?

 

[808_detail_nut]

I just bit the bullet and ordered me a 21. Sorry it wasn't from AG but I need to save money the best I can and found a deal for the 21 and the 5 inch backing plate for $380 shipped. I can't wait to try it out with the megs pads to see how they will hold up. I have the perfect vehicle in mind to test it out on.