Want To Buy Griots... BUT??

**mavven77** · 11-23-2009, 01:46 AM

Originally Posted by Rsurfer

You should use the paint cleaner before your next wax/sealant as it will remove the existing wax/sealant. I wish you had the extra money for the Wolfgang's 3.0 sealant. You need more white pads. Good luck!

Why more white pads? What is your opinion of the Poorboy's sealant surfer? Have you used it before?

**ASPHALT ROCKET** · 11-23-2009, 01:46 AM

Originally Posted by mavven77

Not sure If you know but my car is a new 2009 Accord Beige Metallic, so I should be ok with the white pad.

Ok as per your suggestions
Wash
Clay
TSR: White Pad
Glaze: Blue Pad
Sealant: Red Pad
WAX: Red Pad

So you say after all this, a week or so later to use the paint cleaner after the wash?

And what is your opinion of the poorboy's sealant?

BTW Thanks for your fast reply and advice

You are quite welcome. Since I do not know the exact condition of your Honda I suggested to start with less aggressive method. The white pad and sip is not that aggressive so start with that and if that isn't working you will need to try the orange pad.

Your order of steps are just fine as long as the white pad cleans up any swirls or defects.

As far as your next wash I like to do a wipe down with paint cleaner after every wash so your have a nice clean foundation for the lsp.

The Poorboys sealant to me never really lasted that long and didn't have that shine or gloss I was after. I prefer the Wolfgang selant or another that AG does not sell, plus I am more of a wax guy-lol.

**ASPHALT ROCKET** · 11-23-2009, 01:48 AM

Originally Posted by mavven77

Why more white pads? What is your opinion of the Poorboy's sealant surfer? Have you used it before?

Reason being is that is the most used pad.

**Rsurfer** · 11-23-2009, 02:01 AM

Originally Posted by mavven77

Why more white pads? What is your opinion of the Poorboy's sealant surfer? Have you used it before?

Like Asphalt said... most used pad. I have and although very slick, it doesn't last. Wolfgangs 3.0 is a better sealant, but I like Blackfire Wet Diamond the best.

**Rsurfer** · 11-23-2009, 02:02 AM

Btw like Dana I'm a nuba freak.

**detaildave** · 11-23-2009, 08:11 AM

Mavven77, Congrats on the purchase of your new Griot's Garage DA. I purchased a "GG" after attending the classes taught by Mike Phillips @ "AG". I was fortunate enough to have such a wonderful opportunity to use all of the "DA's" that "AG" offers: Meg's, PC, Flex, & GG (sorry if I forgot any). I kept an open mind during my test sessions while using all of them on the test hoods they have for the class training sessions. I personally kept going back to the "GG" everytime, after I tried the others. The "GG" just felt right for me with regard to power, speed settings, ease of use, correction ability, weight, etc. Yes if you apply too much pressure you can stop the "GG" from rotating, so practice will make you better. I don't think that anything can replace or even come close to actual hands-on testing of a product. I know that I wouldn't have purchased one over the web based soley on a article / advertisement. I think you have some sound advice from others here that have replied to your thread. The only other suggestions I can make would be to purchase (when you can) would be different backing plates (smaller one's) & the carpet brush attachment, spot buffing for tight area's. "OMG" the carpet brush & some spot remover will tackle even the worst carpets, floormats & you get to use a machine!!! Then onto glass polishing, guess what I'm trying to say is the uses & versatility are endless. Plus the more you use it the more you'll love it. I wish you the best & Happy Detailing.

**Meghan** · 11-23-2009, 08:13 AM

I am going to close this post and clean it up appears some members are not acting appropriately in this thread. I hate to see this but I will take care of it!

Mike Phillips · 11-23-2009, 08:14 AM

Originally Posted by mchess1

First off, I apologize for the continuation of the thread jack below.

As someone certified to teach diversity, one of the first things we discuss in class is the difference between intent and impact.

Dana, since I have read about you helping many folks on this forum, including others who I respect their opinions, I believe that your intent is to help and guide others.

I will say that in many posts your impact on ME (you should never speak for others) is that you seem to be talking down to those with less experience.

Nice post, very insightful.

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