Griots 6" Pad recomendations

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I am thinking about pulling the trigger on the Griots 6 inch DA and with all of the pad selections out there what would be a good assortment to have. I will be using this on a brand new 2009 Nissan Versa with very good paint and an older 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee that will need some work.

I have been Hand applying Zaino ZAIO and Z2 for the last year but I don't hear much about them on this forum. I was thinking the ZAIO would be a good pre wax cleaner. I also have some Meguiars #2 fine cut cleaner that I used with a rotary a while ago. Would that be ok to use on the jeep?

I think I should also add my budget is roughly $200-$230 for everything.

What pads and products would you reccomend for somthing trying to get back into detailing (not professionally). I enjoy making the paint look great and like to do my cars and my families cars.
 
I just bought one, and I boughta 6 pack of 6.5" Lake County CCS pads in orange, white and black. Haven't had a chance to use them yet, on account as the polisher isn't here yet (tomorrow looks like a good day). I also bought a 3.5" backing plate and a 6 pack of 4" LC CCS pads, in the same colors. That right there set me back about $200, with shipping. #2 would be a good products to use with the Griot's. A lot of people like the Meg's 105/205 combo. Maybe someone else can chime in with another good combo.
 
Get some 5.5" LC Hydro pads and the Wolfgangs 3.0 twins and you'll be good to go.
 
Rsurfer said:
Get some 5.5" LC Hydro pads and the Wolfgangs 3.0 twins and you'll be good to go.
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I was thinking about using the hydro pads. Will they fit on the 6 inch backing plate that comes with the griot or will I need to buy a different backing plate? If so, what backing plates work with the griots?
 
wn1998 said:
I was thinking about using the hydro pads. Will they fit on the 6 inch backing plate that comes with the griot or will I need to buy a different backing plate? If so, what backing plates work with the griots?
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You will need a 5" bp and all DA bp work with the Griot...from 3.5", 4", 5", 6"...I would not go larger than 6" with a DA.
 
I would go with 5.5 pads for most of your work, 4 inch for tighter areas.
 
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The Griots works great with the 6.5"pads. But the 5.5pads fit in smaller places. The griots comes with the 6" plate so for now just get a couple each of the 6.5 hydro tech pads and you'll be set. I also would second the recomendation of the Wolfgang 3.0 total swirl remover combo.
 
Here's a thread I wrote with pictures of different backing plates on different size foam pads...

5" and 6" Backing Plates on 6.5" pads (Pictures to show safety margin)


The diameter of the factory backing plate that comes with the GG ROP is 5 7/8" this means you need to stick with 6" pads or larger. The 6" pads Griot's offers are actually 6 1/4 in diameter, (I just measured).

Then next size down backing plate is 4 7/8 diameter, it's called a 5" Backing Plate just like the 5 7/8" backing plate is called a 6" backing plate. The 5" backing plates work great with 5.5" foam pads.

For the GG ROP or the PC 7424XP, get a 5" backing plate if you want to use 5.5" pads for correction work. Two very good backing plates are the Edge D500 and the Meguiar's W67DA and both will fit on all 3 popular DA polishers.

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Does that help?
 
That actually helps alot! Do the the decreased size and the lack of power in the DA's would a 5.5 pad have better results than a 6.5 pad?

It also sounds like the CCS pads have some bad reviews on the site. Is there a way to get a package deal with a better pad? I am going to be using my griot on my wifes new 09 model with great paint but I will probably use it also on my familes cars that are roughly 2-5 years old and not properly taken care of. I would say my moms 2006 maxima has never been waxed and is probably washed less than 5 times per year.

What would be a proper pad assortment without going overload? How many cars can a single pad be used on?
 
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wn1998 said:
That actually helps alot! Do the the decreased size and the lack of power in the DA's would a 5.5 pad have better results than a 6.5 pad?
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Yes. Definitely.

wn1998 said:
It also sounds like the CCS pads have some bad reviews on the site.
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On discussion forums, for ever one complaining post you read there are usually thousands of happy and satisfied customers for the exactly same product but because they're happy and satisfied, they don't make a post about being happy and satisfied, it's only a handful of people with a bad experience that take the time and effort to post their complaint.

We sell a lot of CCS pads and I meet a lot of people that love them so include this little tidbit in your decision making process.

wn1998 said:
Is there a way to get a package deal with a better pad?
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There's all kinds of pad packages, just by your polisher a la cart and add your own pad package. Or call our 1-800 line and we'll help you with getting the right pads for your project.


I am going to be using my griot on my wifes new 09 model with great paint but I will probably use it also on my familes cars that are roughly 2-5 years old and not properly taken care of. I would say my moms 2006 maxima has never been waxed and is probably washed less than 5 times per year.
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Probably better start by claying your mom's car for sure and feel the paint on the other cars after washing and drying them.

How often do I need to clay my car?




wn1998 said:
What would be a proper pad assortment without going overload? How many cars can a single pad be used on?
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You'll want mostly soft foam "polishing" pads for cars in good shape and for polishing paint in bad shape after using a more aggressive pad to restore the finish. Generally speaking you use polishing pads the most. You'll want an aggressive cutting pad for serious neglect and a finishing pad for apply a wax or paint sealant.

Call customer care when you're ready and they can help you pick out the best pads for your projects.

1-800-869-3011


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I'm in this exact situation. Glad I came to this site and found this thread! Although I wonder what did wn1998 end up doing with all of this info?
 
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I'm curious about something. I see a lot of people recommending the HydroTech Pads. Are these the best pads to use with the Griots ROP? I have read a lot of good things about the Kompressor Pads. What are the advantages of using one over the other.

I just got my Griots ROP and am trying to figure out the best pads for me.
 
bmw5541 said:
I'm curious about something. I see a lot of people recommending the HydroTech Pads. Are these the best pads to use with the Griots ROP? I have read a lot of good things about the Kompressor Pads. What are the advantages of using one over the other.

I just got my Griots ROP and am trying to figure out the best pads for me.
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Both are great pads, but I favor the kompressor pads.
 
Question with regards to size of pads for the Griot's Garage ROP - I'm in the same situation. I have a GG ROP on the way and I'm in need of EVERYTHING else. I have nothing and I am starting from scratch.
Before I spend the money on the many pads I will need I would like to know from those with experience of using the Griot's, if it works better with the 5" or 6" plate and pads. What I'm trying to do is not buy the many 6" pads I need and then find out it would have been better for me to have invested in a 5" plate and pads with this ROP. Note, I have never used a RO before so I have no experience whatsoever.
Thanks.
 
With the power of the Griot's, you'd be safe with the 6.5" pads. I thought the same thing too, if I wanted 5.5 or 6.5, and I went with the 6.5 to save a little bit of money to put towards 4" pads for tight spots.
 
voruz said:
Question with regards to size of pads for the Griot's Garage ROP - I'm in the same situation. I have a GG ROP on the way and I'm in need of EVERYTHING else. I have nothing and I am starting from scratch.
Before I spend the money on the many pads I will need I would like to know from those with experience of using the Griot's, if it works better with the 5" or 6" plate and pads. What I'm trying to do is not buy the many 6" pads I need and then find out it would have been better for me to have invested in a 5" plate and pads with this ROP. Note, I have never used a RO before so I have no experience whatsoever.
Thanks.
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I would invest in the 5" backing plate and go with 5.5 inch pads. Both 6.5 and 5.5 will work, 5.5 will just help do it a little quicker with less drag on the machine.
 
ziggo99 said:
With the power of the Griot's, you'd be safe with the 6.5" pads. I thought the same thing too, if I wanted 5.5 or 6.5, and I went with the 6.5 to save a little bit of money to put towards 4" pads for tight spots.
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Bradshaw said:
I would invest in the 5" backing plate and go with 5.5 inch pads. Both 6.5 and 5.5 will work, 5.5 will just help do it a little quicker with less drag on the machine.
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Great advise, many thinks! Sounds like either way I will look for another backing plate. Are there differences? Do I need to get a Griot's BP or am I safe to look for other brands? Any good ones out there?
Sorry for such basic questions, when I say I have no experience I really mean it.
 
voruz said:
I'm in this exact situation. Glad I came to this site and found this thread! Although I wonder what did wn1998 end up doing with all of this info?
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I actually haven't purchased yet but I am leaning towards a flex. It is -12 degrees here in Chicago and the flex only has a 1 year warranty and I wouldn't use it until April so I think I am going to wait unless I find a nice deal on a used one.
 
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