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I'm trying to calculate the extension cord gauge needed for the GG6 I just purchased. The specs of the tool are listed as follows: Motor: 7 Amps, 850 Watts Power Supply: 120 Volts, 60 Hz And the tool already has a built-in 10' cord (18AWG) that will obviously not be long enough by itself for...

Just got my GG6 in today. Feels like a solid tool! Build quality seems very good. I took the handle off (as I've ready many detailers, including Mike Phillips, advocate for that way), and it did fit my hand very well. I still need a 5" backing plate and pads before I can use it. I do have...

After some homework online, and threads in this forum, I was almost going to bite for a MT300, but a really awesome (unbeatable?!?) deal on a GG6 presented itself, and so I bought one. Advance Auto is selling the GG6 (10' power cord) for $149.99. BUT one of the current coupon codes gets $40...

I just bought "The Complete Guide to A Show Car Shine" book and "Principles of Machine Polishing" DVD by Mike Phillips, and I've been reading through the book since I got it. It's packed with some great, practical information. I do have one question that has already popped up in my head about...

I'm a newbie almost ready to order my first DA polisher, and I narrowed down my choices in another thread to the GG6 vs the MT300, and I decided I was going to go with the MT300 to create a complete Meguiar's system to start with. Having said that, one other DA polisher is in the general group...

I bought a cheap set of foam paint brushes in various sizes for less than $2 from Walmart and used them to "paint" the Sonus gel onto the black bumper and black trim. Then I wiped off the excess with a microfiber cloth. It worked well and left no mess to deal with. Here are the brushes...

I've watched quite a few detailing videos, and I've seen a fair number of detailers wear protective aprons while they are working. Anyone here wear an apron while working on your (or your client's) vehicles? Any recommendations for a quality apron for this purpose? I've looked at a few...

I posted here earlier in the year about what machine to buy as my first DA polisher. The GG6 ended up being the consensus winner, as it really is a tough machine to beat at the price point it comes in at... Having said that, I keep thinking about longer term use, and I did a little research to...

I've considered (on and off) upgrading my wife's car to a new 5-7 seat SUV, but I haven't priced out vehicles in some time. I was thinking about being in the $25,000-$30,000 mark, but had an open mind and didn't know what to expect. Well, I checked out the prices.. and I just don't get...

If you are looking for inexpensive, white, heavy duty 5-gallon buckets that fit Grit Guards perfectly, head to your local Lowe's and check out these buckets made by Encore Plastics. They are 70 mil thick and cost only $4.48/bucket without lid. I was surprised at how many pails in the local and...

While researching info about what pads to use with KAIO, I had a thought that I can't seem to wrap my head around. Klasse seems to be a bit of an exception with respect to the lack of grit it contains as an AIO product. It's much more of a paint cleaner than used for serious correction. As an...

I've been doing quite a bit of research about polishing pads in general (and specifically those that are best for KAIO). I really like the hex logic pads by CG, but I'm a little unsure of which is best. Given that KAIO is an AIO, CG recommends their green pad for AIO products. It has more cut...

I've been using KAIO followed by KSG for years on my cars with good results. Recently, I've considered taking the next step and getting a DA to apply the KAIO (but keep applying the KSG by hand). The DA polisher could be used for light paint correction before the KAIO as well (Meg's Ultimate...

I have typically used a 2-bucket wash, then microfiber towel dry, then clay bar (using quick detailer as lube), then wash and dry again. Then move on to paint correction and waxing. Is it safe to eliminate the second wash and dry if I use a microfiber towel to wipe down each panel after it has...

:help: I have racked my brain on how to get started with detailing the exterior of my vehicles, and so have researched multiple options fairly extensively here and elsewhere on the Web. To be honest... I'm lost and hoping for some solid advice from your knowledge and experiences. First, a...

Here is my first detailing attempt ever (aside from normal car washing and waxing). I was tired of looking at my vehicles' dirty engines, so I decided to do some research and then detail them with OTC products from the local parts stores. I used GUNK Engine Cleaner & Degreaser followed by GUNK...

Hello to all on this great detailing forum! I just detailed the engine bays of my vehicles, and that has sparked an interest in furthering my detailing understanding and skills. I'm a complete novice at detailing (but have done a lot of research!), and hope to both learn from and contribute to...