What is the BEST dual action orbital polisher?

[Kitoy22]

Hi There! Long time lurker here and first time poster. I have the same dilemma too, indeed one can never go wrong with either a PC or GG6. But if i will be using megs MF system and i want a durable equipment to use with it (i live at the other side of the world), which would be my best choice.

Thanks!

[Mike Phillips]

Hi There! Long time lurker here and first time poster. I have the same dilemma too, indeed one can never go wrong with either a PC or GG6. But if i will be using megs MF system and i want a durable equipment to use with it (i live at the other side of the world), which would be my best choice.

Thanks!

What voltage does your country use for your electrical system?


110v or 220v ?


And since this was your first post to our forum...

Welcome to Autogeek Online!

[Mike Phillips]

If i was to buy a dual action orbital polisher, what would be the best to get?

The GG has the most power at least from the point of view from standing behind the machine. I've posted this for about 2 years now and at this time I'll stick by it assuming a person is using good technique and thin, small diameter pads.

The GG almost works like a safe version of a rotary buffer in that on the 6.0 speed setting you really can't stop the pad from rotating and that's similar to a rotary buffer.

The key to removing defects "out" of the paint like swirls and scratches is to maintain pad rotation while the pad is under pressure. (And I'll stick by this statement too)


The thing about tools like the PC, GG and Megs unit is they use a Free Floating Spindle Bearing Assembly between the motor and the pad and if you apply too much pressure to just one edge of the buffing pad or when your pad becomes saturated with liquid, or if you buff on a raised panel, all three of these things will slow down and even stop the pad from rotating, thus you'll stop removing swirls.

That said, as long as you use good technique, that is hold the pad flat to the surface, then when using small diameter, thin pads you can easily maintain pad rotating with all three brands of tools.


I personally reach for the PC most of the time, especially when simply machine applying a wax or paint sealant.

[Mike Phillips]

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[rfinkle2]

My vote is for the Griots.

I have the Flex 3401 and an older model Porter cable, and like the bale handle, power and warranty of the Griots polisher.

[Kitoy22]

What voltage does your country use for your electrical system?


110v or 220v ?


And since this was your first post to our forum...

Welcome to Autogeek Online!

Thanks Mike!!! Its 220v here. Will voltage affect durability of the polisher even if i use an auto regulating transformer?

[opie_7afe]

best bet it to get the correct polisher for your voltage and not bother with transformers. could always phone autogeek(they have a international number i believe) and see if they carry 220v versions if they dont i bet they could get you one for your correct voltage..good luck in your quest...

[umi000]

Thanks Mike!!! Its 220v here. Will voltage affect durability of the polisher even if i use an auto regulating transformer?

It won't - assuming the AVR will be outputting 110v, the tool won't be operating anywhere out of spec. In fact, it might last longer, since it's hooked up to a voltage regulator rather than directly to the mains (less voltage variation).

[shoeless89]

I have the PC 7424XP and have used the Griot's a handful of times. Like everyone else said the PC generally has a little bit more reliability but lack the power of the Griot's. I don't think you can wrong with either one of these DA's

[Kitoy22]

Got the Griot's. can't wait to use it and hope the machine won't bug down on me.