Add G9 from PC 7335?

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I have owned my PC 7335 for many years now and I am considered a weekend warrior where I do my own vehicles and an occasional friend.
Would it be a good move to add or step up to the G9? Will it improve my work and shorten the work time? The price looks very attractive.
 
I would say yes altho I haven’t used a G9 yet. The PC is under powered IMO and this new machine looks like a terrific bang for the buck. Read Mike Phillips review on the machine. His review is impressive.
 
Dr Oldz said:
I would say yes altho I haven’t used a G9 yet. The PC is under powered IMO and this new machine looks like a terrific bang for the buck. Read Mike Phillips review on the machine. His review is impressive.
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:iagree:Plus you will never have to buy another polisher for the rest of your life.:xyxthumbs:
 
If you really want to cut down on the time. I would look at a 21mm longthrow polisher. If you think that your budget allows it. And if you like the 8mm/9mm free spinning DA polishers but want a more effective such a polisher. Then the GG9 seems to be rising to the top of what you would get. You can save your XP 7335 for a 3" polisher and also if you apply LSP with a polisher. 21mm longthrow polisher with a 5" backing plate can be monsters to do a fast work. The less passes per sections and a faster armspeed and still gets you great results from it. These polishers can be very effective. If you want to just speed up and mow on the direct driven DA polisher as VRG3401 is a great choice or wait until or pre-order the new version Flex XCE 8-125. It's so much of a personal preference too on what kind of polisher that suits you.
 
SWETM said:
If you really want to cut down on the time. I would look at a 21mm longthrow polisher. If you think that your budget allows it. And if you like the 8mm/9mm free spinning DA polishers but want a more effective such a polisher. Then the GG9 seems to be rising to the top of what you would get. You can save your XP 7335 for a 3" polisher and also if you apply LSP with a polisher. 21mm longthrow polisher with a 5" backing plate can be monsters to do a fast work. The less passes per sections and a faster armspeed and still gets you great results from it. These polishers can be very effective. If you want to just speed up and mow on the direct driven DA polisher as VRG3401 is a great choice or wait until or pre-order the new version Flex XCE 8-125. It's so much of a personal preference too on what kind of polisher that suits you.
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Time is not a priority but if there is a machine that is an improvement over my PC at a great price then I will be a buyer. I am not going to change for the sake of change as I am a retired person and tend to spend my money wisely, otherwise I would have bought a Rupes or a Flex.
 
I'd say definitely. Especially since you say you're just a weekend warrior.

The G9 looks like the best bang for the buck so far in detailing tool history.

As for long throw and within the Griots line-up, there's only two, the Boss 15 and Boss 21. Either will cost you over double of what the G9 costs. Go into another brand (Rupes-Flex) and you'll spend even more.

I've used the Boss 15 as I have one, not sure how much time I might be saving with it as some say, but I'd assume a machine such as the G9 which as Mike Phillips says has plenty of power, such a machine should also save some time because you won't be struggling with pad stall as much if at all.

As mentioned, get yourself a smaller backing plate for the PC. It will work better with the smaller plates, Lake Country (2) or Griots (1) makes them.
 
i would keep the PC and delegate it to a smaller pad set-up and perhaps even a spare (you never know). then use a G9/G15/G21 as your main polisher...
 
bcgreen said:
Time is not a priority but if there is a machine that is an improvement over my PC at a great price then I will be a buyer. I am not going to change for the sake of change as I am a retired person and tend to spend my money wisely, otherwise I would have bought a Rupes or a Flex.
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Then the GG9 seems to be a great option to go with. As it's so new it's always hard to see if it gets any problems with it. With the lifetime warranty the GG polishers is unique and that's worth a lot. Like how the ergonomics looking to be great on it. Combo that with the more powerfull electric motor than the GG6. And also at the same or not so much more price. It's a great buy I think. Then it's hard to say if the features the GG9 is worth it to you over the XP polisher you have already. The market of polishers has getting larger the later years. So there are some polisher in every range of them that you get much for your bucks. This is hard to explain more and not breaking any forum rules here.

Is it any feature that you feel your XP polisher don't have or anything in the performance you would want more out of. As in for an example a better ergonomics or less prone to stall. These 2 things is much better on the GG9 I think from just the look of it and Mike Phillips words about the power from it. Also that it has the power from it to be effective with the 6" backing plate and pads. Depending on the bodylines and modells of the vehicals you useally are polishing this could be something that's worth the upgrade to it. With the upgrades on the GG9 it's maybe more worth it for you to go with it now. Than the very simualar GG6 was with a extra power from it vs your XP polisher.
 
SWETM said:
Then the GG9 seems to be a great option to go with. As it's so new it's always hard to see if it gets any problems with it. With the lifetime warranty the GG polishers is unique and that's worth a lot. Like how the ergonomics looking to be great on it. Combo that with the more powerfull electric motor than the GG6. And also at the same or not so much more price. It's a great buy I think. Then it's hard to say if the features the GG9 is worth it to you over the XP polisher you have already. The market of polishers has getting larger the later years. So there are some polisher in every range of them that you get much for your bucks. This is hard to explain more and not breaking any forum rules here.

Is it any feature that you feel your XP polisher don't have or anything in the performance you would want more out of. As in for an example a better ergonomics or less prone to stall. These 2 things is much better on the GG9 I think from just the look of it and Mike Phillips words about the power from it. Also that it has the power from it to be effective with the 6" backing plate and pads. Depending on the bodylines and modells of the vehicals you useally are polishing this could be something that's worth the upgrade to it. With the upgrades on the GG9 it's maybe more worth it for you to go with it now. Than the very simualar GG6 was with a extra power from it vs your XP polisher.
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I wonder if there is a difference between my 7335 and the XP.
 
If you watch some Youtube videos, you'll find a few popular Chinese brands where you can get a 15 or 21mm polisher for the same price, or cheaper than the GG9. I can't comment on quality between them as I've never used the GG or the Chinese ones. But, a lot of Youtubbers say one of the Chinese brands is where Griot's get their long throw polishers from. They look identical to me aside from color, so I dunno maybe it's true.

I'd say for a name brand and a life time warranty this is beyond a good deal. But the price on some of those Chinese long throw polishers are just insane lol. Amazon had a 21mm one for $89 last year.
 
VISITOR said:
i would keep the PC and delegate it to a smaller pad set-up and perhaps even a spare (you never know).
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This is exactly what I did with my PC.

And it really excels at it, IMO.
 
j.williams@perpetualradiance said:
If you watch some Youtube videos, you'll find a few popular Chinese brands where you can get a 15 or 21mm polisher for the same price, or cheaper than the GG9. I can't comment on quality between them as I've never used the GG or the Chinese ones. But, a lot of Youtubbers say one of the Chinese brands is where Griot's get their long throw polishers from. They look identical to me aside from color, so I dunno maybe it's true.

I'd say for a name brand and a life time warranty this is beyond a good deal. But the price on some of those Chinese long throw polishers are just insane lol. Amazon had a 21mm one for $89 last year.
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You're comparing apples and oranges. 15 and 21mm throw polishers have a bit of a learning curve. The G9 is a great tool for the beginner or pro. I started with a Cyclo in 1988 and wished this tool was around then and I'm speaking from experience.

That said, just because someone wants a G9 doesn't mean you buy a long throw based on price as you repeatedly suggest. Two completely different tools.
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I bought the boss g15 when comparing to the gg6. I found no issues using it as a 1st time newb and found it easier to use due to being faster with less vibrations. I have a curvy car and had no issues with the longer throw.

Save the money from wanting to upgrade later and just go with the long throw.

As for “comparable” Chinese models..... maxshine/shinemaster makes griots polishers for them. So with them coming out with their own line (8mm, 15mm and 21mm).

The use NSK bearings like the Griots and a machined counterweight. Their a couple of hundred so not cheap but no comparison to the Griots products. I had them both around same time and sent the other one back. I don’t know what’s different but definitely not as smooth and sounded (cheaper?) different.




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When you say do your own vehicles, what steps are you doing with the PC 7335? Compound, polish, machine apply wax?

Short answer:
To apply wax I would rather use a PC one handed. Compound: G9. Polish: debatable which tool for a weekend warrior with limited budget and already owning a PC tool.


Long Answer:
G9 is a nice machine if you want short throw free spinning. Others have recommended different polishers, large throw 15mm and 21mm free spinning machines take more technique and practice to get a faster finish rate and keep the pad spinning. More leverage on the larger throw machines tends to stall the pad requiring more technique, nothing to be afraid of though. Just know a little learning curve awaits you with a 15mm or 21mm. Took me a day to figure out with instruction.

I tried the G9 at the detailing boot camp with Mike. Would I replace the PC with a G9 for a weekend warrior? That's a personal preference. If I had free cash to spend on a new toy and I like small throw polishers I would upgrade. If my current PC is working for me and I don't have a lot of extra cash I would invest the money in other cheaper tools to speed up my process (ex pad washing, micro fibers, pads, clay mit/cloth). Invest in some training would be a good spend to speed up your overall process, pending budget of course.

I have a PC and yes the G9 is an improvement in power and ergonomics at a great price. Any detailing shop or forum member nearby you could try a few polishers and a G9? You might find you like a completely different polisher, it's personal preference.

Result of any machine is up to you and your skill level.
 
Unless it's about to die, I'd say no
You'd be better off buying a 3in plate for the PC and purchasing a 21mm G21 or similar
 
Mike@ShineStruck said:
Unless it's about to die, I'd say no
You'd be better off buying a 3in plate for the PC and purchasing a 21mm G21 or similar
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Keeping the PC for my 3" pad work and have my S15 ready to go this Thursday for a client's vehicle.
 
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