Looking for new pads for the Griots G9 in 5.5”
So I used to use the LC Basic flat pads on the HF buffer. Now I have the GG9 and looking to get some new pads. I’m sure there is some Better technology for the foam now days.
I do this just on my vehicles, so not a professional setting.
I used to use primary the white LC flat pads with a fine polish and that typically would look good. I’d assume that still stands today, right? No need to use two grads of pads to finish out a lightly marred panel to a glossy panel?
Yeah so, just looking for something new to try out in 5.5”.
Thanks!
Re: Looking for new pads for the Griots G9 in 5.5”
Everyone loves the Rupes yellow pads for light polish and one steps. Haven’t had to pay the Rupes premium as I love the Griots Boss pads.
They yellow in these are what you want.
Actually I see the griots 6 pack is $55 on AG. With no more 25% off sales I’d get the Rupes from CG for $48 for 6
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Re: Looking for new pads for the Griots G9 in 5.5”
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Coatingsarecrack
Everyone loves the Rupes yellow pads for light polish and one steps. Haven’t had to pay the Rupes premium as I love the Griots Boss pads.
They yellow in these are what you want.
Actually I see the griots 6 pack is $55 on AG. With no more 25% off sales I’d get the Rupes from CG for $48 for 6
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Thanks. I’m actually got for now but I want to get some to have on hand. I’d assume the pads don’t expire, as dumb as it sounds, I don’t want to get 6-12 pads and then have them fail sitting on the shelf lol.
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MrOneEyedBoh
Thanks. I’m actually got for now but I want to get some to have on hand. I’d assume the pads don’t expire, as dumb as it sounds, I don’t want to get 6-12 pads and then have them fail sitting on the shelf lol.
Not that I know of…
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Re: Looking for new pads for the Griots G9 in 5.5”
IMO, the LC Flat pads are still the best all-around pads out there.
But nothing wrong with the GG BOSS lineup, either.
There are times I cannot tell the difference between the two on my G9.
That said, I have a very limited number of vehicles I deal with. Unlike a pro detailer.
Re: Looking for new pads for the Griots G9 in 5.5”
For the GG9 i would look at lake country SDO pads. Orange for light polish or blue for heavy polishing.
Re: Looking for new pads for the Griots G9 in 5.5”
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PaulMys
IMO, the LC Flat pads are still the best all-around pads out there.
I agree. No better pads for noobs to get their feet wet than Lake Country Flat Foam Pads. 1st pads I was recommended and used. They stand the test of time.
Re: Looking for new pads for the Griots G9 in 5.5”
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MrOneEyedBoh
I’d assume the pads don’t expire, as dumb as it sounds, I don’t want to get 6-12 pads and then have them fail sitting on the shelf lol.
I can't say for certainty as I've had a few pads -dry rot-. Aka, foam just crumbles. Pads are always cleaned after use, but maybe I guess I didn't get them uber clean...
Anyhow, I'd say YMMV. So far, for me it's been 1 LC Applicator and a pair of 4" pads.
Re: Looking for new pads for the Griots G9 in 5.5”
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Coatingsarecrack
Everyone loves the Rupes yellow pads for light polish and one steps. Haven’t had to pay the Rupes premium as I love the Griots Boss pads.
They yellow in these are what you want.
Actually I see the griots 6 pack is $55 on AG. With no more 25% off sales I’d get the Rupes from CG for $48 for 6
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I really like the Rupes Yellow pads and they are slowly filling my pad inventory as my LC Flat and Thin Pro pads wear out. I looked at the Griots BOSS pads, but found the Rupes to be a similar, if not lower, in price depending in where I shopped.
Not only do the Rupes pads finish out nicely, but I like the shape of the them. The beveled edges and their thickness allow you to get into some tighter areas you can't get to some other pads.
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Eldorado2k
I agree. No better pads for noobs to get their feet wet than Lake Country Flat Foam Pads. 1st pads I was recommended and used. They stand the test of time.
They are good stuff, but I found the ThinPro's to work a little better and held up better over time when using something like a standard HF or Porter Cable-like polisher.
