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Slayer1677 · 03-27-2014, 11:13 PM

I'm looking into purchasing a polisher that is easier for a beginner and reasonable in price. However, I still want it to get the job done. Does anyone have some suggestions on what works best for them?

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JTruck · 03-27-2014, 11:26 PM

From what I have read, a griots or a porter cable will fit your needs.

Matty1LE · 03-28-2014, 12:24 AM

The best one is Griots random orbital, helps keep operator error to a minimum. Most polishers are not random orbit and take some time to master.

KBsSS · 03-28-2014, 05:46 AM

http://www.autogeek.net/bupo.html

KBsSS · 03-28-2014, 05:47 AM

http://www.autopia-carcare.com/dual-...polishers.html

KBsSS · 03-28-2014, 05:48 AM

http://www.adamspolishes.com/c-59-ma...-and-kits.aspx

StreetSS · 03-28-2014, 08:16 AM

I have no experience except attending a detail clinic and watching a few videos. I just polished my metallic blue Volt using the PC and it turned out great. It was easy to use and did not take that long. Seems to be a good unit for beginners.

CamaroDreams07 · 03-28-2014, 09:58 AM

Define reasonable in price? Off the top of my head, I'd list the PC 7424xp, the griots 6", and the flex 3401.

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Todd@Autopia · 03-28-2014, 10:39 AM

The PC (Porter Cable) is hard to beat in terms of reliability, price and ease of use. The Griot's Garage is more powerful than the PC, although not quite as durable. The Meguiar's G110v2 is the most comfortable of that lot, although more expensive than the other two.

For a more expensive, although better option, the Rupes BigFoot System is offers much faster correction while maintaining the safety margins of the bigger polishers. Their easy-to-use, color-coded system takes much of the guess work out of polishing and I have seen absolute newbs get stunning results in just minutes.

The FLEX 3401 is a highly-engineered, German-built tool that combines the best results of a DA polisher (like a Porter Cable) with a high-speed rotary polisher.

There are a lot of options, and a wide variety in price as well. If you have any questions, feel free to give me a call @ 877.855.3125 ext 3202 and we can discuss any questions or concerns.

Slayer1677 · 03-28-2014, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroDreams07

Define reasonable in price? Off the top of my head, I'd list the PC 7424xp, the griots 6", and the flex 3401.

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I'm looking in the 200 dollar range for a system that I can get good results with.

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BasedSS · 03-28-2014, 02:26 PM

I had never used a polisher before, I have a lot of respect for CD7 so took his recommendation and went with the Griots random orbital. It is very very easy to use and gets the job done.

CamaroDreams07 · 03-28-2014, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Slayer1677

I'm looking in the 200 dollar range for a system that I can get good results with.

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PC or griots will be perfect for you then.

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trm2 · 03-28-2014, 04:18 PM

CG has porter cable machines 10% off through today.

Slayer1677 · 03-29-2014, 12:58 AM

Looking through everything it looks like I'm going to go with the Griot's. Now what polishes and pads does everyone use that seem to be best?

03-27-2014, 11:13 PM	#1
Slayer1677 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Chicago,IL Posts: 115	Polishers I'm looking into purchasing a polisher that is easier for a beginner and reasonable in price. However, I still want it to get the job done. Does anyone have some suggestions on what works best for them? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ American Racing Headers, Magnaflow, CAI, Gloss Black Heritage Grille, SJM Autoprod lighting, River City Creations emblems, Hurst shifter, Tune by Nickey

03-27-2014, 11:26 PM	#2
JTruck Drives: 2014 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,693	From what I have read, a griots or a porter cable will fit your needs. __________________ Detailing is an involuntary obsession.

03-28-2014, 05:46 AM	#4
KBsSS Drives: 2013 Corvette 2LT Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: West of the Burgh.. Posts: 480	http://www.autogeek.net/bupo.html __________________

03-28-2014, 05:47 AM	#5
KBsSS Drives: 2013 Corvette 2LT Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: West of the Burgh.. Posts: 480	http://www.autopia-carcare.com/dual-...polishers.html __________________

03-28-2014, 05:48 AM	#6
KBsSS Drives: 2013 Corvette 2LT Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: West of the Burgh.. Posts: 480	http://www.adamspolishes.com/c-59-ma...-and-kits.aspx __________________

03-28-2014, 12:24 AM	#3
Matty1LE Drives: 2014 1LE Camaro 2$$ Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 68	The best one is Griots random orbital, helps keep operator error to a minimum. Most polishers are not random orbit and take some time to master.

03-28-2014, 08:16 AM	#7
StreetSS Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: VA Posts: 160 View My Garage	I have no experience except attending a detail clinic and watching a few videos. I just polished my metallic blue Volt using the PC and it turned out great. It was easy to use and did not take that long. Seems to be a good unit for beginners.

03-28-2014, 09:58 AM	#8
CamaroDreams07 Drives: Slow V6 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: East Lansing, MI Posts: 9,361 View My Garage	Define reasonable in price? Off the top of my head, I'd list the PC 7424xp, the griots 6", and the flex 3401. Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk __________________ [B]

03-28-2014, 10:39 AM	#9
Todd@Autopia Drives: 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Orlando/Stuart, FL Posts: 1,161	The PC (Porter Cable) is hard to beat in terms of reliability, price and ease of use. The Griot's Garage is more powerful than the PC, although not quite as durable. The Meguiar's G110v2 is the most comfortable of that lot, although more expensive than the other two. For a more expensive, although better option, the Rupes BigFoot System is offers much faster correction while maintaining the safety margins of the bigger polishers. Their easy-to-use, color-coded system takes much of the guess work out of polishing and I have seen absolute newbs get stunning results in just minutes. The FLEX 3401 is a highly-engineered, German-built tool that combines the best results of a DA polisher (like a Porter Cable) with a high-speed rotary polisher. There are a lot of options, and a wide variety in price as well. If you have any questions, feel free to give me a call @ 877.855.3125 ext 3202 and we can discuss any questions or concerns.

03-28-2014, 02:26 PM	#11
BasedSS Drives: 2014 SS Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Reston, VA Posts: 254	I had never used a polisher before, I have a lot of respect for CD7 so took his recommendation and went with the Griots random orbital. It is very very easy to use and gets the job done. __________________ 2014 SS Stainless Works Headers w/ high flow cats, Stainless Works Retro Chambered Exhaust, Jannety Tune, Hurst short throw, APEX catch can, Tampa Tunning Throttle Body, APEX/Gen5 LED fogs, CAI Intake system, Diode Dynamics LED's, ACS T4 Splitter

03-28-2014, 04:18 PM	#13
trm2 Drives: Model S, Vette, Volt & Equinox Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Ohio Posts: 335	CG has porter cable machines 10% off through today.

03-29-2014, 12:58 AM	#14
Slayer1677 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Chicago,IL Posts: 115	Looking through everything it looks like I'm going to go with the Griot's. Now what polishes and pads does everyone use that seem to be best? __________________ American Racing Headers, Magnaflow, CAI, Gloss Black Heritage Grille, SJM Autoprod lighting, River City Creations emblems, Hurst shifter, Tune by Nickey