Polisher for beginner

Eandras said:
Not a machine junkie. I have an understanding wife that knows I use detailing as a relaxation technic. Where can you rub a curve other then your spouse or significant other with such tenderness and not get slapped in the face or yelled at?

I am an enthusiast that really likes to detail. I can't do it full time because I make great money were I work and I love what I do there. So,I have to be a professional detailing enthusiast.

Dave you are fortunate that you make a living at what you like doing.

I would also offer that I agree with Dave go for the flex if you have the money.

Also see if there is a member in your area that you could meet and see if they would be willing to let you try a da. Could be an option.

Ed
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Great reply Ed!!!

You know I was just pulling your leg and wouldn't have said it if I didn't like you and think you have a great sense of humor.:xyxthumbs:
 
Dave I took no offense. I wanted to give a good response that either go big or not at all. I am an Enthusiast. I find detailing very relaxing and is a way that helps relieve stress from my full time job. I am always going to Mechanicsburg and one day I am going to go to stop by and meet you. I enjoy reading your post as well as BobbyG who I have met at a PoorBoys detailing event.

Unfortunately I was unable to go to your detailing event last year I am sure we would have gotten along sharing stories and having a cold one. If you have one this year I'm there

Ed.
 
Eandras said:
Dave I took no offense. I wanted to give a good response that either go big or not at all. I am an Enthusiast. I find detailing very relaxing and is a way that helps relieve stress from my full time job. I am always going to Mechanicsburg and one day I am going to go to stop by and meet you. I enjoy reading your post as well as BobbyG who I have met at a PoorBoys detailing event.

Unfortunately I was unable to go to your detailing event last year I am sure we would have gotten along sharing stories and having a cold one. If you have one this year I'm there

Ed.
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You're welcome to swing by anytime Ed. you can get my phone number by clicking my website. give a call ahead of stopping by to make sure i'm around. Usually either at the shop, at the crib or out fishing locally. I'd love to meet you and hang for a while.
 
tuscarora dave said:
You're welcome to swing by anytime Ed. you can get my phone number by clicking my website. give a call ahead of stopping by to make sure i'm around. Usually either at the shop, at the crib or out fishing locally. I'd love to meet you and hang for a while.
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Sure will call. Just don't know when I am scheduled to go out

Ed
 
I'm currently getting rid of my GG6 comes 6" and 5" Backing Plates also the White brissel attachment for carpets and seats. I've had it a year. If your interested shoot me a PM. Pics are available.
 
If you like to tinker, there are several threads on the Harbor Freight DA( item#69924 ). There are easy to do upgrades and videos on youtube to help. You can look at all the HF deals, just google harbor freight slickdeals. With a 20% off coupon, which is easy to get, the price today is $56. Their 6" palm polisher is good for removing wax when you don't want to use the DA. It is item#90219 and is $18. 2 polishers for less than $75. Not much $$ to throw away if you decide you are no longer interested. I have had mine for 2 years with all the mods and it works perfectly.
 
LAKings22 said:
Which company do you recommend that offers both great customer service and great products?
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the GG6, G15 and G21 are all excellent choices and Griot's has some of the Best Customer Service (Warranty as well) around PERIOD! :dblthumb2:
 
btw, it looks like cg's has come out with the a large throw DA as well...
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I learned recently after speaking with CG that there is no way to have a Torq serviced or repaired after the warranty period.
 
Not to hijack the thread, but I am too looking for a polisher and this would be my first one I ever used/own. I was at first going to go with the PC but after ready great things of the GG6 I was confused. Then Meguiars came out with their MT300 saying it is the next step up from the GG but still a great beginner tool I'm puzzled on what to get. The HF polisher I did look at but after seeing the money going into it I figure what's the point. So if you where looking at either the GG or Meguairs what would you pick?
 
buddy01 said:
So if you where looking at either the GG or Meguairs what would you pick?
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lots of power/torque, lifetime warranty, and excellent customer service. it's a done deal, order one now... :)

Griots Garage 6 Inch Random Orbital Polisher
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I believe this vid is from a fellow member on here shot a while back...
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GG6. Meguiars seems to still be having the same power cord issue they have been dealing with for years.
 
DaveT435 said:
GG6. Meguiars seems to still be having the same power cord issue they have been dealing with for years.
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Never had a power cord issue on my GG6" dual action polisher. If I had a power cord issue Griots will take of the issue immediately.

Ed
 
Eandras said:
Never had a power cord issue on my GG6" dual action polisher. If I had a power cord issue Griots will take of the issue immediately.

Ed
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That's what I was saying. Guess I wasn't real clear. Go with the Griot's GG because Meguiars still seems to be having power cord issues.
 
Not to hijack but I have a flex 3401 and a total noob. Am I going to damage the paint with the finest pad in my kit? Do the panel seams HAVE to be taped off?
 
BuffaloBill said:
Not to hijack but I have a flex 3401 and a total noob. Am I going to damage the paint with the finest pad in my kit? Do the panel seams HAVE to be taped off?
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I tape off areas that I don't want residue from polish and wax on like plastic trim. Other than that I don't tape. When using the flex you need to move the unit in a 1" per second on the paint. When I do a vehicle while doing my test area I tape off the are on an "X" and"Y" axis. Then I take a ruler and put marks every inch on both the "X" and "Y" axis. I then use the marks to get my speed right. Doing this with a few passes allows me to refine my technique. Also the Flex doesn't need downward pressure. The weight will be enough with the right producer and pads.

Remember to put a few drops of 3 in 1 oil on the felt ring under the backing plate.

Good luck and much success with your Flex 3401
 
Eandras said:
I tape off areas that I don't want residue from polish and wax on like plastic trim. Other than that I don't tape. When using the flex you need to move the unit in a 1" per second on the paint. When I do a vehicle while doing my test area I tape off the are on an "X" and"Y" axis. Then I take a ruler and put marks every inch on both the "X" and "Y" axis. I then use the marks to get my speed right. Doing this with a few passes allows me to refine my technique. Also the Flex doesn't need downward pressure. The weight will be enough with the right producer and pads.

Remember to put a few drops of 3 in 1 oil on the felt ring under the backing plate.

Good luck and much success with your Flex 3401
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Wow I'm confused...on the x and y axis quote. Trial and error! Hope I don't kill my nice paint.
 
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