Griots, Flex, Rupes DA clone

Can somebody tell me how to get one of these? I contacted the manufacturer but they told me that Groits will be selling them in the Spring or they will be on Amazon soon.

I want one NOW though.

Please advise.
 
theparmachine said:
Can somebody tell me how to get one of these? I contacted the manufacturer but they told me that Groits will be selling them in the Spring or they will be on Amazon soon.

I want one NOW though.

Please advise.
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you knew it was coming at some point or time - i'm curious on the warranty and how much it will be...
 
I called Griots and they confirmed that they will be selling a new polisher, described as a "more beefy version of what they already sell" but the guy I talked to did not have any more details. I told him what I knew and he just said that they don't really tell them much of what is coming and they find out just before it's available.
 
theparmachine said:
No. It will be manufactured in China, same manufacturer for this thread but sold as Groits.
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Well I might need to put my new machine purchase on hold till this comes out.

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It's supposed to have a more powerful motor compared to the Rupes (880w) so that is the main reason that I am waiting.

The GG vs PC is huge because of the more power and torque so the same must be true for this one.
 
I buy as much as possible with made in usa,I have
shirts -all american clothing co
jeans -all american clothing co
jackets-carhartt
boots -thorogood
tools -logger head
etc-auto supplies,

Its not hard to find made in usa stuff, you need to read the label.
 
theparmachine said:
It's supposed to have a more powerful motor compared to the Rupes (880w) so that is the main reason that I am waiting.

The GG vs PC is huge because of the more power and torque so the same must be true for this one.
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Once you experience the 21 mm stroke you will find that not to be true IMO. Also with the buzzy Griots my hands were wasted at the end of a long day. My Rupes is silky smooth.
 
This IS really good news. :) Undoubtedly the quality of the Griot machines cannot be argued. (At least not ad nauseam as you generally hear for all things Chinese.) To get the same throw *12mm* at a price that'll likely be $100 or more less than the Rupes Duetto is a winner winner chicken dinner. ;)
 
Contrary to popular belief, not all things made in China suck. Many products are American in design, just assembled elsewhere. The iPhone is a perfect example. Designed in California, made in China. Most "American" cars are built elsewhere as well. My car is a Honda, but it was built here in America (Tennessee Plant). Imagine that.

Anyhow, this machine sounds promising. I wonder how it will stack up against more expensive machines.
 
theparmachine said:
The GG vs PC is huge because of the more power and torque so the same must be true for this one.
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exactly. if it has more torque and power (not to mention if it doesn't bog down easily) and is what the GG6 is to the PCXP and comes with a lifetime warranty, not to mention cheaper in price as well, then I'm sure many will consider this as another option to the rupes 21/15...
 
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exactly. if it has more torque and power (not to mention if it doesn't bog down easily) and is what the GG6 is to the PCXP and comes with a lifetime warranty, not to mention cheaper in price as well, then I'm sure many will consider this as another option to the rupes 21/15...
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I agree
 
CM8 6MT said:
Contrary to popular belief, not all things made in China suck.
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I agree. It's all a matter of the quality control standards in place at the manufacturing plant. Where it's made and who makes it is becoming irrelevant.
 
There is some interesting things that look all too familiar on that website... (maxshine) Especially the MF towels, hmmmm.
 
Another interesting point regarding the MaxShine -- it seems to use the standard 5/16"-24 backing plate that we are all accustomed to using. And, if you click on the link on the left side of the page for backing plates they offer 125mm (5") and 150mm (6") backing plates with and without cooling holes. This would further add to the savings in that a smaller backing plate wouldn't cost $40 as with the Rupes.
IMO the deciding factor will be if the MaxShine (Griots) will offer the smooth lack of vibration offered by the Rupes.
 
Now I'm kinda curious as to who else will be selling these here in the states and re-badging them with their name. Maybe CG's next? Btw, they have their own online forum now...
 
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