Griot's 6 inch DA with 3 inch pads?

[ktchristman33]

Hey guys. Looking to utilize a buffer for smaller areas that a 6" buffer won't get into. Has anyone put the 3" backing plate on the Griot's 6" DA? If so, how did it perform? I see a lot of people say the 3" DA is way under powered so I'm just looking for any other options for those tight hard to reach areas. Any help is greatly appreciated!

 

[Dr_Pain]

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[Success]

I bought a 2 7/8" bp and use lc ht 3" pads

 

[Boudin]

I did. Works great. View attachment 18875

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[rms64]

I did. Works great. View attachment 18875

+1

Me too. Of course I bought the 3" GG too. It's easier to get into tight places than the standard GG with the smaller pads - just takes some patience since the power isn't as great, but it works.

 

[jsb025]

I bought a 2 7/8" bp and use lc ht 3" pads

Same here. Works like a champ.

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[Washburn]

Where's the link to the 2 7/8" BP? Can't find it somehow...
Thanks!
(and this is plug and play with the 6" Griots DA, correct?)

Oh wait: is this it ? :
3 Inch Dual Action Flexible Backing Plate, da backing plate, random orbital backing plate

 

[vwfreak]

I have used a 3" or 3.5" backing plate with 4" pads on my GG DA and it worked great for me.

 

[ktchristman33]

Where's the link to the 2 7/8" BP? Can't find it somehow...
Thanks!
(and this is plug and play with the 6" Griots DA, correct?)

Oh wait: is this it ? :
3 Inch Dual Action Flexible Backing Plate, da backing plate, random orbital backing plate

Yes, I believe that is the backing plate they are speaking of.

 

[Kevin Cullen]

I use mine with a 3 inch pad all the time. I just turn my speed down and it works fine.

 

[Challynger]

Should you use a different counterweight if using a 3" BP on the 6" polisher?

 

[rms64]

I use mine with a 3 inch pad all the time. I just turn my speed down and it works fine.

:iagree:

I also have the Griot's 3" buffer - a little lacking in power but comes in handy on spots that are tough to get to with the more bulky 6". Just have to be patient with it.

 

[stilltipping3]

I have small pads and a BP that fit onto my Makita Drill gun. They came with a kit just for that. They are fine but you have to be careful or they will burn that paint up. LOL

 

[allenk4]

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...polishers/71559-3-pad-solution-pc-7424-a.html

Just keep the speed at 4 or less or this will happen:

 

[CCC4me]

I have small pads and a BP that fit onto my Makita Drill gun. They came with a kit just for that. They are fine but you have to be careful or they will burn that paint up. LOL

While doing $500 details? I think it's time you step up...