Is Griots Garage 6" a substantial upgrade from PC?

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Hello all. I am an enthusiast detailer and weekend warrior. I bought my PC 10+ years ago and it has served me fine thus far, but I have never needed it for hard paints or serious correction. Light/moderate polishing and LSP application is all I have needed it to do and it is ok for that. However, I always feel that it bogs down and stops spinning at the required 10 lbs of pressure. I would like to upgrade to something a bit more powerful that would meet my needs now and in the future even if we buy a car with harder paint.

Reading through some threads here on the forums, it appears that GG6 is a good upgrade. But I also see a whole host of new DAs as well from the likes of Flex, Rupes, and even Griots themselves, though all of them cost 2-3 times as much as the GG6. I would like to spend less money but if something is more future proof for my needs, I might consider it. Based on what I mentioned above regarding me and the intended use, should I just get GG6 and be done with it or go even further?

With my PC, I have a hard 4.5 inch backing plate and a wide range of 5" foam pads w/ various degrees of hardness for correction as well a few 6" soft foam pads for LSP application. I would prefer to use all of those with the new polisher.

Looking forward to your input.
 
I have them both and I find the GG6 to be enough of a significant upgrade that I simply DO NOT use either of my PCs for *anything* any more. Doubt I`ll ever plug either of them in again in this lifetime.
 
Having used both, I`d called it an upgrade...to call it a `significant` upgrade is subjective. If it were me, I might be inclined to go for a long(er) throw machine, up to a BOSS G15, and dedicate the PC to a 3" machine for those smaller spots.
 
Thanks for the quick replies, guys! I am leaning towards the GG6; price advantage over anything else is hard to beat and I can use my PC backing plate. How does it do with correcting hard paints? I believe my most aggressive pad is the LC 5" yellow. I use Meg 105/205 twins.
 
briarpatch said:
Having used both, I`d called it an upgrade...to call it a `significant` upgrade is subjective...
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Absolutely! This particular subject finds the reduced vibration and additional power to be highly significant while somebody else might not.

I really did plan to keep using my PCs with my little backing plates, but decided I`d rather [mess] around switching the plates out just to avoid using those things.

And yeah, if the cost isn`t an issue I too would be looking at the Boss G15.
 
If you`re looking for an upgrade look at Flex, Rupes, or Groits longthrow. I bought an Adams SK and it`s an upgrade from my GG6.
 
Accumulator said:
Absolutely! This particular subject finds the reduced vibration and additional power to be highly significant while somebody else might not.

I really did plan to keep using my PCs with my little backing plates, but decided I`d rather [mess] around switching the plates out just to avoid using those things.

And yeah, if the cost isn`t an issue I too would be looking at the Boss G15.
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Thanks for sharing. I did not know about the SK. Adams has a 10% coupon right now, which brings the price to just about 30 bucks more than gg6. In which ways do you consider it an upgrade over the gg6? Is it just ergonomics or power as well?
 
Although the gg boss 15 is a bit more expensive it will be worth it with the time saved. Although the gg6 is an improvement it still doesn`t improve as much as the gg15


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Re the SK. I`ve only used my GG6 and cheapo HF so I can`t compare to other longthrows. But compared to the GG6 it`s smoother and quieter. Has never stalled on me so it seems powerful enough. I like using it. Its a 15mm throw. Fit and finish is nice.
 
To add to above. If I did detailing for pay, I would definitely opt for a top tier machine. But as a hobbyist doing friends and family vehicles, I chose the cheaper option (SK). No regrets so far.
 
Is Griots Garage 6" a substantial upgrade from PC?

It`s a pretty good upgrade. It has more power. If you get it - you can use yr PC with 3-4" pads...

The thing is; I don`t know how tight money is 4 U - but the Rupes 15 is soooo much nicer. So, it`s worth the premium. But, remember - if you go with Rupes - yr gonna need pads as well...So, adds even more to the cost....

I was in yr shoes many years ago & got a GG6 V2 coming from a PC for $99. It was worth that fo sho...The GG6 will spin pads like a boss...

But, now I just use my PC with small pads and the Rupes...
 
Thank you. Certainly something to think about. Rupes 15ES is at a 1/3 price premium over the discounted SK. Price isn`t a huge deal to me but I do tend to have buyer`s remorse when an expensive purchase doesn`t get used to its full potential. I have posted here previously about my tons of expired detailing products before; it`s the same thing. I`d like to be able to use my current pads with the new polisher if it makes sense. BTW, I intend to sell my PC so I will be sticking with one polisher for everything.

Adams SK is looking better than GG6 right now and I just realized they are a local business to me so that is a plus. Their warranty is also better than Rupes.

Really appreciate all the input. Please keep it coming. I will place my order after the weekend.
 
briarpatch said:
Having used both, I`d called it an upgrade...to call it a `significant` upgrade is subjective. If it were me, I might be inclined to go for a long(er) throw machine, up to a BOSS G15, and dedicate the PC to a 3" machine for those smaller spots.
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Mike Lambert said:
Do yourself a favor and while upgrading the machine upgrade to the boss pad system
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I personally think this is solid advice.
 
Clearly the GG6 is a good upgrade from the PC. I started with a GG6 Gen 2 with a 5" backing plate and 5.5" pads taking care of our 2 VW`s with rock hard paint. It did and admirable job and I have never been dissatisfied with it`s performance. However, I upgraded to a BOSS G15 simply because it is so smooth and much less tiresome on my old bones. Now the GG6 has the 3" HD backing plate for dedicated use on the tight bits.

Keep in mind the G15 has a lifetime warranty like the GG6 which I find comforting since I only use my units a few times per year--would have to spend $80-100 for repairs a few years down the road.

Also, IMO you can make any polisher more efficient with modern pads and polishing products--I have gotten much better results with much less effort since moving away from 105/205 .
 
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