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sebastian12
03-21-2011, 03:49 PM
i am thinking about ordering a griots garage 6 in. da. i have always used my hands but after seeing the results one can get i would like to buy one. is the one above a good one or is there a better recommendation. and also what pads for removing swirls would you recommend ? i will mostly be working on a black yukon denali and a gray nissan altima

Mike Phillips
03-21-2011, 03:56 PM
See this thread that has a related question...

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/flex-polishers/33867-no-bs-flex-3401-really-worth.html


Then read through these two articles and look at the pictures... the first states its for people that own the first gen DA Polishers but reality is, the tips and techniques, and pad size recommendations work for ALL DA Polishers to help you get the best, fastest results.


How to maximize the ability of the 1st Generation Porter Cable Dual Action Polishers (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/27166-how-maximize-ability-1st-gen-porter-cable-dual-action-polishers.html)

The Definitive How-To Article for Removing Swirls, Scratches and Water Spots Using a Porter Cable 7424XP, G110v2 or Griot's Garage Polisher (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/tricks-tips-techniques/20021-definitive-how-article-removing-swirls-scratches-water-spots-using-porter-cable-7424xp-g110v2-griot-s-garage-polisher.html) - Includes Videos




:)

Mike Phillips
03-21-2011, 03:56 PM
Oh and...

Welcome to Autogeek Online!


:welcome:

sebastian12
03-21-2011, 04:57 PM
thank you but what pads should i get

ScottB
03-21-2011, 05:45 PM
Griots RA / 5 inch backing plate / 5.5 inch Hydro-tech pads + polish = bliss !

ExoticAutoDetai
03-21-2011, 06:29 PM
Same here what's the smallest BP that there is for the griot?

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Old Tiger
03-21-2011, 06:46 PM
You cant beat this machine as a hobbyist! I would get the new Megs DA MF system with their 5" BP. I have havent tried mine yet but reviews are outstanding.

C. Charles Hahn
03-21-2011, 06:47 PM
Same here what's the smallest BP that there is for the griot?

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3" is the smallest I know of....