Torq 22D

[Lazyboy99]

Hey all. I see lots of new large throw DA'S out there and am curious if anyone has tried CG'S Torq 22D. I have their Torq10FX, the PC7424XP, and a Flex 3401. I'm pretty happy with all three but with so many new options for large throw machines I wanted to get some honest opinions from people who have actually tried it before I rule it out. Thanks

[SeanChav]

Not to get off topic, but how do u like the torq10?....I was close to buying one but went
With a gg6 instead for the warranty and power

[Lazyboy99]

I like the Torq10FX for applying sealant or wax and it is smooth and easy to operate. I don't use it for correction anymore as I feel it needs just a little more power. I like my PC for minor correction and my Flex for more agressive correction.

[swanicyouth]

There appears to be a scary amount of distance between the BP and the shroud. Makes no sense.

[VISITOR]

the next one to add to the arsenal...

Griots Garage BOSS Long Throw Orbital Polisher System

[Zubair]

I'd wait for comparative reviews between the Rupes MKII and Flex XCE long throws to pour in but that could be a long way off.

[Lazyboy99]

I guess it's a good thing I'm not wealthy I think I would be considered a buffer hoarder. 😎

[Ancient1]

That has to be a 10FX since I have a 22D and the shroud is quite close to the backing plate. It is so close that I have to be quite careful going over curved surfaces as for it to not stop the plate from spinning.
As far as comparing it to other long tho DA's I have no clue. It does have plenty of power and does a quicker job than my GG6. On my brothers Escalade I did ruin two white hex logic pads doing less than half the truck, foam delaminated from the velcro. I switched to the Orange Lake Country HD Orbital Foam Pads and had no further issues.
Here is the only pic I could find of my 22D that shows how close the backing plate is to the shroud.


I alsothought it did a nice job on my brothers truck.

There appears to be a scary amount of distance between the BP and the shroud. Makes no sense.

[craigdt]

Can you share with us some of your thoughts leading to your purchase of this particular machine?

[Ancient1]

I would assume they are the same as most people that are considering getting one.
1. Cost for a 21mm throw DA.
2. I am not a pro so absolute reliability wasn't a factor. I am not even what I would consider a hobbyist since all I do my own cars my brothers two (who paid for half of the 22D for doing his Escalade) my two kids and my ex-wifes.
3. Back in 2011 when I 1st got my GG6 the Bigfoot wasn't available and I really had a hard time deciding between it and a 3401 and went with the GG6 because of cost and the few times I would use it (or so I thought) wouldn't justify the difference. It didn't take too long before I wished I would of gone with the flex. Even till since I had the GG6 I just culd not justify $400+ for a more effective machine and when the 22D came out $100 cheaper it was the tipping point for my. And even now I am not letting my GG6 go to waste since I just put a 3 1/2" BP on it for tighter spaces.

So far I have only done two cars with it, my bothers Escalade and my daughters civic. But within the next week I am going to try and do my Caddi and my son's lexus. I just have more than a few paint chips to try and fill on my black caddi before I polish and coat.