Can a gg6 fit a 3 inch backplate

[ttnguyen104]

Hi I was wondering if a 3 inch backplate fits in a gg6. I only work on 2 cars so I didn't want to spend more money for a gg3.

Thanks!

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[Mike Phillips]

Yes.

All the DA backing plates we sell on Autogeek.net use a 5/16" thread arbor that will bolt right onto your Griot's Garage DA Polisher.

We used 4" pads on 3.5" backing plates on the GG last Thursday during our live broadcast.

In fact, if you look you can see I have 4" pads and 5.5" pads on all the DA Polishers.


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1501/500FiatWhite0041.jpg




And if you watch the video you'll see them put to use...


Video and Pictures: 2012 Fiat 500 - Chemical Guys Show Car Makeover - AutogeekOnline.net (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-autogeek-s-car-week/53273-video-pictures-2012-fiat-500-chemical-guys-show-car-makeover-autogeekonline-net.html)

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/1501/500FiatWhite052.jpg


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[tuscarora dave]

This one will work with any DA, be it a GG, PC or Megs polishers.

3 Inch Dual Action Flexible Backing Plate, da backing plate, random orbital backing plate (http://www.autogeek.net/3inch-dual-action-backing-plate.html)

Any backing plate that has a 5/16" 24 thread will work with your GG6.

[ski2]

Yes the GG DA will take a 3" backing plate. Griots sells one for I believe $5.00--it's not in the catalog, but if you call customer service they will give you the part number etc. However, with a 3" BP I think the machine gets very "tippy" and the size of the machine can prevent you from getting into tight spaces. I went with a 3.5" bp and use 4" pads and it's worked well.

[Mike Phillips]

This one will work with any DA, be it a GG, PC or Megs polishers.

3 Inch Dual Action Flexible Backing Plate, da backing plate, random orbital backing plate (http://www.autogeek.net/3inch-dual-action-backing-plate.html)

Any backing plate that has a 5/16" 24 thread will work with your GG6.


Correct, that's the one I have attached to the Griot's Meguiar's and PC DA Polishers in the picture above.





Yes the GG DA will take a 3" backing plate. Griots sells one for I believe $5.00--it's not in the catalog, but if you call customer service they will give you the part number etc.


And the above is a true 3" DA Backing Plate that comes on their 3" Mini Polisher. We currently don't stock the GG 3" backing plate, the one Dave and I reference is 3.5"






However, with a 3" BP I think the machine gets very "tippy" and the size of the machine can prevent you from getting into tight spaces.




This is also correct. When using a small pad on a larger tool and working on "horizontal" panels, the tool can be tippy if you're not focusing on the task at hand. You have all this weight and the tool is under power over a very tiny footprint.

It's not a problem when working vertical panels however as for vertical panels you're already supporting the weight of the machine.

On horizontal panels, if you're not paying attention, the pad is compressing as it is supporting the weight of the machine.

Subtle difference in what's taking place, the opportunity for a whoops if you're not careful.


:)

[ttnguyen104]

Thanks for the help! Might grab both to try out

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[pointillistic_practitioner]

Correct, that's the one I have attached to the Griot's Meguiar's and PC DA Polishers in the picture above.





And the above is a true 3" DA Backing Plate that comes on their 3" Mini Polisher. We currently don't stock the GG 3" backing plate, the one Dave and I reference is 3.5"






This is also correct. When using a small pad on a larger tool and working on "horizontal" panels, the tool can be tippy if you're not focusing on the task at hand. You have all this weight and the tool is under power over a very tiny footprint.

It's not a problem when working vertical panels however as for vertical panels you're already supporting the weight of the machine.

On horizontal panels, if you're not paying attention, the pad is compressing as it is supporting the weight of the machine.

Subtle difference in what's taking place, the opportunity for a whoops if you're not careful.


:)

Can you buy a different counter-weight to make it less tippy?

[Mike Phillips]

Can you buy a different counter-weight to make it less tippy?



That's not what makes it tippy.

It's having a comparatively large polisher sitting over the top of a comparatively small buffing pad.

This is where a picture tells a thousand words...


Good question though...


:)

[Mike Phillips]

Here you go...

Tippy - Using small pads on comparatively large tools (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/53526-tippy-using-small-pads-comparatively-large-tools.html)

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/722/tippy002.jpg




:)

[Mike Phillips]

Rotary Buffers can be tippy too on horizontal surfaces when you're using small pads and especially small pads with extensions...

Surgical Buffing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/47254-surgical-buffing.html)

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/722/threeInchPads021.jpg



The solution to the potential problem is simple...

Focus on the task at hand...
(Which you should be doing anyways)


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[pointillistic_practitioner]

Rotary Buffers can be tippy too on horizontal surfaces when you're using small pads and especially small pads with extensions...

Surgical Buffing (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/47254-surgical-buffing.html)

http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/722/threeInchPads021.jpg



The solution to the potential problem is simple...

Focus on the task at hand...
(Which you should be doing anyways)


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haha well said, this is true! Just thought I'd ask! I've actually been wondering this myself for awhile but have managed to hand polish exceptionally small areas where my polisher wouldn't fit. Now with the July20 code I think I'll be investing in some smaller pads/a BP. Whoohoo :D

[pointillistic_practitioner]

Correct, that's the one I have attached to the Griot's Meguiar's and PC DA Polishers in the picture above.





And the above is a true 3" DA Backing Plate that comes on their 3" Mini Polisher. We currently don't stock the GG 3" backing plate, the one Dave and I reference is 3.5"






This is also correct. When using a small pad on a larger tool and working on "horizontal" panels, the tool can be tippy if you're not focusing on the task at hand. You have all this weight and the tool is under power over a very tiny footprint.

It's not a problem when working vertical panels however as for vertical panels you're already supporting the weight of the machine.

On horizontal panels, if you're not paying attention, the pad is compressing as it is supporting the weight of the machine.

Subtle difference in what's taking place, the opportunity for a whoops if you're not careful.


:)

When I followed the link, it appeared as if that backing plate was 2 7/8" not 3.5. Were you thinking of this one maybe?

3.5" Dual Action Flexible Backing Plate- porter cable 7424XP hook and loop backing plate 3.5 inch. (http://www.autogeek.net/lc-43085da.html)

Also, I'd like to purchase individual 4" pads (I only want one white one orange, and maybe one red for now) is there a way to do that on this site, because all I can find are 6 packs? Maybe if I call AG on the phone and ask vs making the transaction online?

[Mike Phillips]

When I followed the link, it appeared as if that backing plate was 2 7/8" not 3.5. Were you thinking of this one maybe?

3.5" Dual Action Flexible Backing Plate- porter cable 7424XP hook and loop backing plate 3.5 inch. (http://www.autogeek.net/lc-43085da.html)



Could have been a copy and paste mistake, if you look at my posting history I made around 60 posts, some kind of long, that's a lot of typing, easy to make a mistake at some point.





Also, I'd like to purchase individual 4" pads (I only want one white one orange, and maybe one red for now) is there a way to do that on this site, because all I can find are 6 packs? Maybe if I call AG on the phone and ask vs making the transaction online?



You bet, call 1-800-869-3011 and anyone can help you with a custom order.


:)

[pointillistic_practitioner]

Could have been a copy and paste mistake, if you look at my posting history I made around 60 posts, some kind of long, that's a lot of typing, easy to make a mistake at some point.




You bet, call 1-800-869-3011 and anyone can help you with a custom order.


:)

Mistakes happen to the best of us! I just didn't want anyone to click on the link and purchase the wrong item, possibly creating an unnecessary return. Thanks! I actually decided to click on the "exterior car care tab" instead of just searching "4 inch foam pads" before calling, and wound up finding the individual hydro tech pads.