Help me choose my first polisher

[gimayabexe]

Hello everyone,

I am a newbie and planning to buy my first polisher and I am between the followings:

• DAS-6 PRO PLUS
• DAS-6 Pro
• Forced 3401
• DAL-21

Which one should I buy for a basic car paint restoration?

Thank in advanced!

[Rsurfer]

Flex 3401 if it fits into your budget or get the Griots 6" with a lifetime warranty.

[jse67]

If you're new to using a polisher, a lot of folks here are going to suggest Griots Garage GG6 or a Porter Cable 7424xp. Both are good polishers to start out with and learn with. I started out with a PC myself a couple of years ago, and then I got a Flex XFE-7 long throw polisher.

I use both polishers today and I love them both. I only do my own vehicles and am not a professional detailer. So, take what I say with a grain of salt. Many forum members here are pro's, so take into account what they tell you. I'm sure you'll make the decision that's right for you.

[Rsurfer]

If you're new to using a polisher, a lot of folks here are going to suggest Griots Garage GG6 or a Porter Cable 7424xp. Both are good polishers to start out with and learn with. I started out with a PC myself a couple of years ago, and then I got a Flex XFE-7 long throw polisher.

I use both polishers today and I love them both. I only do my own vehicles and am not a professional detailer. So, take what I say with a grain of salt. Many forum members here are pro's, so take into account what they tell you. I'm sure you'll make the decision that's right for you.

[B5visser]

For being new to polishing, I'd go with either the GG6 or 3401 (I have and use both regularly).

Both are capable of running different sized backing plates which enables a much wider pad choice. The GG6 is slightly easier to control, but the 3401 yields more consistent (and faster) results (forced rotation).

I currently run a 3" BP on my GG6 and a 5" plate on my 3401.

[VISITOR]

given his choices listed, i assume you are from over the pond?

[coles_paint_correction]

To me if i was to do it again i think i'd just go for the bigger dudes like the g21, rupes 21, flex 3401 to start and just have some what of a caution behind them
on edges and what not. Even though i started with the gg6 it still was great since i turned into a 3inch polisher. In the end you'll need all of them lol.

[VISITOR]

To me if i was to do it again i think i'd just go for the bigger dudes like the g21, rupes 21, flex 3401 to start and just have some what of a caution behind them
on edges and what not. Even though i started with the gg6 it still was great since i turned into a 3inch polisher. In the end you'll need all of them lol.

the problem with owing a large throw DA for a first polisher is you aren't able to get into tight areas and are limited to what you can do. that's why i have mentioned many times that everyone should own at least pc-style DA which has a variety of uses and then add another polisher to compliment it. the GG6 and G21 are an awesome combo...

[kkritsilas]

Forensic Detailing has a number of videos about the entire line of DAS polishers. Same person did a video on the Flex XC 3401. You can find them on Youtube. I will assume that you are overseas somewher.

[gimayabexe]

I am from Europe and that's why I have put the list. It's easier to find them here.