Polisher Price Showdown

[Denver]

I guess what I want to say is buyin a PC a good idea I mean its my first time and i have heard Griots has more power and that PC would not harm the cars paint at all. Should Just order the PC? Im kinda on a budget.:buffing:
What are your experiances?
Any other tips for this newbie?
Thanks in advanced.

My PC should be turning up any day and like you, I've never any DA.

What swung it for me is that (according to reviews and demos I've watched) it's virtually impossible to damage your paint. Professionals still use the PC and It's also one of the most cost effective.

For a user new to using a DA, I can't think of a machine with better user benefits than a PC.

 

[tommythecat]

I haven't seen it mentioned in this thread yet, but if you are buying from autogeek then use code AGO for free shipping for any order over $95.

 

[Larry S]

Since this thread is on the subject, I have a Megs G100, Is the GG 6" really that much of a better machine? I mean can it do more than my G100?

I could get the GG for $90 and was wondering if it would be a good thing for me. I only do 3 or 4 cars a year.

Thanks,
Larry

 

[Black Car]

My PC should be turning up any day and like you, I've never any DA.

What swung it for me is that (according to reviews and demos I've watched) it's virtually impossible to damage your paint. Professionals still use the PC and It's also one of the most cost effective.

For a user new to using a DA, I can't think of a machine with better user benefits than a PC.

You're not going to damage your paint with a griots unless you throw it at your car.

 

[umi000]

Here's my take on the PCXP, G110v2, and the GG6. I recently bought a DA polisher myself, and was choosing between the G110v2, GG6 and the PCXP (the Flex 3401 was way out of my price range). Here are my thoughts about them, based on everything I'd read (and since validated when I had a chance to use all three DAs, along with the Flex):

• The G110v2 is the most expensive of the three, and it's reported to also have the best build quality. It does not have as much power of the GG6, but the cruise control feature helps it keep the pads spinning. There were a number of reports of issues with power cord failure, but the latest release has supposedly solved this problem, and I've not read any other issues with this polisher.
• The GG6 has the most power, and is not much more expensive than the PCXP; it has a lifetime warranty. There have been numerous reports of this polisher breaking down, though people have had no issues getting these defective polishers replaced. Quality control also seems a bit erratic; people who've had more than one GG6 have reported variances in noise, vibration, and power.
• The PCXP is the least expensive of the three, but is also generally considered as the least powerful. Its cachet has always been reliability - Porter Cable is a known power tool manufacturer. In the past several months though, there have been reports on the various detailing forums of problems with the polisher, mostly relating to the shaft - either their quality has gone down, or they have a bad batch out there.

In the end, I went with the G110v2 - primarily because of reliability. With the cord issue now fixed, the G110v2 appears to be the least problematic among the three, and that's a big deal when I'm living halfway around the world (and therefore cannot easily avail of warranty repairs); while extra power is always nice, as a hobbyist, I can afford to spend an additional half hour or so polishing.

However, my decision could easily have been different, under different circumstances. If I was living in the US, and was a hobbyist, I most likely would have gone for the GG6, as you can easily turn the polisher in for replacement under its lifetime warranty. If I was buying for a detailing business, and had the money for it, I'd go for two of the GG6s (so I have one spare in case my main one breaks down); if I can't afford that, I'd then go for the G110v2.

 

[BobbyG]

Of course, but then there's the Makita BO6040

Makita BO6040 Orbital Sander/ Polisher

 

[Macnkira]

If you're still shopping for a DA polisher, I saw where BJ's Club is selling the GG 6in. for $88 ($4.50 extra for nonmenbers). Looks like the best price at present.

 

[ForceField]

Here's my take on the PCXP, G110v2, and the GG6. I recently bought a DA polisher myself, and was choosing between the G110v2, GG6 and the PCXP (the Flex 3401 was way out of my price range). ...

...If I was buying for a detailing business, and had the money for it, I'd go for two of the GG6s (so I have one spare in case my main one breaks down); if I can't afford that, I'd then go for the G110v2.

You wouldn't want a Flex3401 for about the same price as 2 GG6s for a detailing business? In business time is money and the Flex will cut faster saving you time and money. It would probably outlast both GG6s too!

 

[ForceField]

If you're still shopping for a DA polisher, I saw where BJ's Club is selling the GG 6in. for $88 ($4.50 extra for nonmenbers). Looks like the best price at present.

That is a great price, but with all the talk of how often these things break down I have to wonder if BJs is going to be as hassle free as a site we trust like AGO for returns/exchanges/refunds.

 

[Alex22]

If you're still shopping for a DA polisher, I saw where BJ's Club is selling the GG 6in. for $88 ($4.50 extra for nonmenbers). Looks like the best price at present.

I sent an email to Griots about warranty coverage and if they give a thumbs up im ordering right away this hass been a hasle though.
:surrender: But so far Griots Wins overall even Mike admited it that it was better than PC but only slightly.

 

[Larry S]

Curious to know what Griots says.

 

[umi000]

You wouldn't want a Flex3401 for about the same price as 2 GG6s for a detailing business? In business time is money and the Flex will cut faster saving you time and money. It would probably outlast both GG6s too!

The Flex is over 25% more than the price of two GG6s - that's $70 saved that you could use for more chemicals or pads. I'd also rather have two machines than one - I'm sure the Flex has better build quality than the GG6, but any tool can break, and I'd rather have the redundancy. I also think that, with the MF pads, that the performance gap due to the Flex's forced rotation has been narrowed very considerably, if not eliminated altogether.

Also, this is personal preference, but I didn't really like the Flex when I tried it out (though admittedly, I didn't really really use it all that long, and my opinion could change if I have more time with the machine).

 

[Bunky]

The Flex is over 25% more than the price of two GG6s - that's $70 saved that you could use for more chemicals or pads.

It is always better to have two Ford Fusions (not bad cars at all) than one BMW. It is all about personal preference and how much cost is important to you.

 

[BobbyG]

Alex,

Tell me you pulled the trigger on something!! :laughing:

 

[Black Car]

^ I'm curious myself

 

[Old Tiger]

Im biting my nails here I though I had decided on PC but griots DA still mingles in my head. Ouch c7424: what my head needs to do -> :idea: whats actually happening in my head ->:argue:
Ok offtopic in the end there here are the prices in retrospect:
With PC = $165.88 that comes with 7424xp plus 6 5.5 Lake Country CC pads and 5in backing plate, Exact Change shipping included

Option Two: $183.88 Griots Garage with same kit as the xp the pads and backing plate. Not including shipping for anything.

Option Three: $188.88 for the above with the pads and backing plate accounted in the shipping but still need to add the griots da polisher shipping price.

AG will ship free if you enter code AGO. They also price match.

 

[fenderpicks]

Here's my take on the PCXP, G110v2, and the GG6. I recently bought a DA polisher myself, and was choosing between the G110v2, GG6 and the PCXP (the Flex 3401 was way out of my price range). Here are my thoughts about them, based on everything I'd read (and since validated when I had a chance to use all three DAs, along with the Flex):

• The G110v2 is the most expensive of the three, and it's reported to also have the best build quality. It does not have as much power of the GG6, but the cruise control feature helps it keep the pads spinning. There were a number of reports of issues with power cord failure, but the latest release has supposedly solved this problem, and I've not read any other issues with this polisher.
• The GG6 has the most power, and is not much more expensive than the PCXP; it has a lifetime warranty. There have been numerous reports of this polisher breaking down, though people have had no issues getting these defective polishers replaced. Quality control also seems a bit erratic; people who've had more than one GG6 have reported variances in noise, vibration, and power.
• The PCXP is the least expensive of the three, but is also generally considered as the least powerful. Its cachet has always been reliability - Porter Cable is a known power tool manufacturer. In the past several months though, there have been reports on the various detailing forums of problems with the polisher, mostly relating to the shaft - either their quality has gone down, or they have a bad batch out there.

In the end, I went with the G110v2 - primarily because of reliability. With the cord issue now fixed, the G110v2 appears to be the least problematic among the three, and that's a big deal when I'm living halfway around the world (and therefore cannot easily avail of warranty repairs); while extra power is always nice, as a hobbyist, I can afford to spend an additional half hour or so polishing.

However, my decision could easily have been different, under different circumstances. If I was living in the US, and was a hobbyist, I most likely would have gone for the GG6, as you can easily turn the polisher in for replacement under its lifetime warranty. If I was buying for a detailing business, and had the money for it, I'd go for two of the GG6s (so I have one spare in case my main one breaks down); if I can't afford that, I'd then go for the G110v2.

I just recently bought a GG 6" and the Meguiar.
I didnt like how GG looked very cheap quality, and i bought the meguiar, which is a lot better in quality, but it broke down on me after using it for 5 minutes.

Also Meguiar has a fatter body shape design, which i didnt like.

 

[ForceField]

Which one broke down on you within 5 minutes? The Meguiar's? I hadn't heard of any issues with them.

 

[Alex22]

Alex,

Tell me you pulled the trigger on something!! :laughing:

^ I'm curious myself

Well I took deep consideration on everything and finally decided on Griots cant beat the power and warranty. I emailed two times and got different responses but understood enugh to trust them. Im excited and hope that soon ill be puting up a post on how everything went. :autowash: GO AG!