First few uses of griot 6....WOW!!!

Proof that $$$$ polish is not needed to make a car shine.

Great job.
 
Looks good!!
My gg6 still gets plenty of use even with the 3401 in my arsenal, it's a great machine
 
I fell in love with my GG6 the very first time I use it, no need for me to look any further , I'm happy with my unit, very happy.
 
this thread is reassuring. My GG6 is in the mail. I will probably still use my Flex most the time but the GG will have the 3.5 bp on it for 4" pads. I have a feeling ill be using the GG more often than I think.
 
Thanks fellas
I did not expect to see that type of result!
I can't wait to do a car with the good stuff and see how that turns out.
 
Alansr said:
Thanks fellas
I did not expect to see that type of result!
I can't wait to do a car with the good stuff and see how that turns out.
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It's all in the process. If you use proper technique even a $10 product should look good!
 
I tried the Flex and it's a fine machine but the GG6 gives you the same results and much easier to operate IMHO

Here is a video I made when I first got it.
Not trying to rush you to order it just wanted to show you the power:)

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=nByJC_ShuRc



04Golf said:
this thread is reassuring. My GG6 is in the mail. I will probably still use my Flex most the time but the GG will have the 3.5 bp on it for 4" pads. I have a feeling ill be using the GG more often than I think.
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Its all about the prep work. If you got a nice and clear paint to start with, no scratches, even a cheap product will look priceless. ..

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Look up some of my work. Every car that I detail is done with the older model and the new one apparently has even more power. I have two of the older model GG6 and one has a 4" BP and the other has a 5" BP so I can switch out without having to change BPs.
 
I held on to my PC and put a 3.5 inch BP, my GG has the 5 inch BP.
Best of both worlds :)
Does make it nice not having to switch BP's.


O.C.Detailing said:
Look up some of my work. Every car that I detail is done with the older model and the new one apparently has even more power. I have two of the older model GG6 and one has a 4" BP and the other has a 5" BP so I can switch out without having to change BPs.
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HateSwirls said:
I held on to my PC and put a 3.5 inch BP, my GG has the 5 inch BP.
Best of both worlds :)
Does make it nice not having to switch BP's.
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I plan on reinforcing my arsenal with one of the new GG6 polishers, though I would really like to get my hands on a Flex 3401 one day, I just haven't needed one at all up to this point. :) I can't wait to get my hands on the new GG6 though. It looks much more ergonomically correct than the old version. Thanks for the review.
 
GG was my first, it has since been moved down a rung and a 5" plate added after putting a Rupes 21 into service. What a machine. The GG comes out for the smaller convex/concave surfaces. I have a HF with a 3" plate for door sills/jambs and A pillars as well. Three polishers, all with MF pads, sure makes the job fly by.
 
O.C.Detailing said:
Look up some of my work. Every car that I detail is done with the older model and the new one apparently has even more power. I have two of the older model GG6 and one has a 4" BP and the other has a 5" BP so I can switch out without having to change BPs.
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From GG's website it looks like it should be the same power between V2 and V3.

Our 3rd generation orbital retains its powerful, 7-amp, 850-watt motor, but we redesigned the exterior to achieve a new level of comfort and ease of use. We kept the adjustable handle but added a rubberized grip to it. We added molded hand and finger grips to the housing, along with a domed, rubberized palm grip. We moved the speed control dial and power switch to more convenient locations.
 
I still have my original PC 7424 (circa 2004/05), and have been pondering what next step to take:
- Is the Griot's 6" enough of a step up in performance
- Or spend > 2.5x $$$ and get a Flex/Rupes

Dilemma...
 
Inzane said:
I still have my original PC 7424 (circa 2004/05), and have been pondering what next step to take:
- Is the Griot's 6" enough of a step up in performance
- Or spend > 2.5x $$$ and get a Flex/Rupes

Dilemma...
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I was in your exact shoes a year ago. I went with the Griots first. Its a huge upgrade and a very capable machine. It's really all a weekend guy needs. It can handle anything with the right pads and polish. Plus, its extremely versatile - one machine can use any pad from 3-6.5", and use them well.

That being said, I just got a Rupes. The Griots tends to "beat you up". I has a lot of power and isn't the most balanced machine. The Griots is like a high horsepower muscle car from the 60s and the Rupes is like a BMW sedan. The Rupes 15/21 can only use pads as small as 5", but you can make your PC a dedicated small pad machine.

I don't believe there is much (if anything) a Rupes could do that a Griots can't. But, if you detail for pleasure, having smoother tools makes it more pleasurable. The Rupes will also polish an area faster, due to its large stroke. It's very balanced, you merely need to steer the machine around. The Griots will make you put downward pressure on the pad to correct defects.

Make no mistake, the Griots has a more powerful motor than the Rupes. But, Rupes uses the power better. The Rupes also has a cruise control feature, if you push down on it a bit, the pad speeds up. Its kind of nice. The soft start is nice as well.

If your cost conscious the Griots is a steal.
 
^^ Thanks for the summary on the GG6. That'll definitely help with my decision.
 
Inzane said:
I still have my original PC 7424 (circa 2004/05), and have been pondering what next step to take:
- Is the Griot's 6" enough of a step up in performance
- Or spend > 2.5x $$$ and get a Flex/Rupes

Dilemma...
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Moving up to a GG. New Generation would be considered a Hugh step.
Much more power than the PC (Twice as much)
It will not bog down, the BP continues to turn no matter how much pressure you put on it.
It cut my work time down by at least 30%
Well balanced
I love the handle that it comes with.

Bottom line is the GG6 is in a different class than the PC and will do anything you ask of it, it's that good of a machine.
I used a Flex on a car once and loved it but thought I'd give the GG a shot being it cost much less, I don't see much benefit if any when comparing the Flex and GG6
You can go wrong with either machine, it's just how much money do you want to spend or have.
 
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