Detailing the Rivian R1T - Using Griot's Garage Polishers | Part 1

We will be carrying some of my favorites from the Griot's line in the OG store, so I'm putting some time in with the tools to curate my beginner or "entry-level" polishing package. The Griot's products check a lot of these boxes for good entry-level polishers at a lower cost of entry. I also am really enjoying the Griot's fast correcting cream. I guess Billy from Presidential was right...
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[@Riverguide33]

I like that Matt curates the equipment for different levels of experience and usage….entry-level, etc….but all deemed to be the best for their level. 👍

[@ronayotte3571]

My go-to polishers are Griot's G15 and their 3" DA. Their customer service is awesome. I had my G15 crap out on me. I replaced the brushes, still did not work. I called Griot's and they sent me a shipping label and told me bring it to FedEx. Two days later, I had a brand new G15 delivered to the house.

[@everettekupsche4038]

griots garage machines r great Plus i am now going to buy the G13 to update my used old first gen griots 3 inch polisher

[@brandondarnes3699]

The removable power cord is such a nice thing to have. I have the Adam’s Pro polisher (I know I know, i’m cheap and it was on sale last Black Friday) but I didn’t realize how much i’d like that feature. Definitely looking to upgrade to the cordless stuff now. I can’t imagine how nice that must be.

[@wolfusa2002]

Yeah I have the milwaukee and dewalt cordless DAs(i only have the dewalt because i got it a few years ago back when milwaukee did not have the DA) and it’s incredible. As long as you have a few batteries and a milwaukee rapid charger you are set.

[@dommy114]

Digging the passive underarm cooling technology

[@ObsessedGarage]

Ha...

[@TheG60528XiJinPing]

Bought this a few years ago while in college, they are amazing for what they are. Highly recommend 👍🤙

[@ObsessedGarage]

I totally agree.

[@kimnewling5728]

Fun watching Matty polish. Nice truck/suv.

[@tonybaroneee]

Nice Pittsburgh hat! Thanks for some helpful polishing tips scattered throughout.

[@mattcan69]

Dammiit.. polisher collection goals .. damn you Moreman and your incredible collection .. 😉😉😉

[@jlb3675]

A few years ago when I took a dive into detailing (as a hobby) I started with the Griots G9 and as a newbie I have enjoyed it. Then last year got the G8 and find it also is easy to use. Love the detachable cord.

[@timkinley1779]

The smaller Griots polisher stalls easily. Mine gathers dust. The Rupes runs circles around it. Unless I got a bad one... stay away.

[@jeffmurphy9987]

@@timkinley1779apparently you got a bad one. My little G8 is my go to on smaller panels or curvy areas. I even use it on my boats Gel coat with 3M heavy cut and coarse foam or wool pads no problem with stalling.

[@03threefiftyz]

I bought a new G8 mini for cheap earlier in the year... used it for the first time this week and I was genuinely surprised how much I liked it. Pretty low vibration and balance, especially for a polisher that can be had new in the low $1xx range.

[@CC_Marauder]

The GG Lifetime Warranty was the deal maker for this new DIY end user. If they trust their product enough to warranty it for life (against mfg defect), it's a no lose proposition for this patron.

[@JJL0988]

Boss Fast correcting cream is super underrated, extremely high cut paired correctly and low dust.

[@ObsessedGarage]

Totally agree!

[@ratton5028]

Hi There! I have the Mirka 3” polisher and I really enjoy using it, but I wish it had a trigger lock as I find it irritating to continually having to squeeze the trigger all the time. I find I get some hand fatigue that I wouldn’t experience if it had a trigger lock. I really appreciate how vibration free it is and how quiet it is so I just have to put up with no trigger lock! Yes I would buy it again!

[@ObsessedGarage]

Agreed. My plan is to convince them there is a huge market for this and a 5" machine, but....we need a trigger lock for sure.

[@kiehna84]

Surprised the new cordless Boss Hybrid Micro Polisher wasn’t tested as well. I would expect Griots to have other battery options for their line in the next few years.

[@ObsessedGarage]

I don’t like that one. The head is too big.

[@barneyswiss8054]

Do you habe the rivian for higher heat countrys or others? I noticed om chevys that they make cars for heat countrys or states and they cooler better and getting less heat in the sun

[@timkinley1779]

Uncle Matty dropping knowledge at the 15:30 mark.

[@23dothedew]

Matt did you ever get the GTechniq water spot remover off the windows of the raptor?

[@ObsessedGarage]

I did, but I had to polish it.

[@mrslickdetailer9652]

After trying a bunch of different tools it feels like Rupes isn't as nice. At work the mini rupes cordless stopped working and all the other rupes the white trim and bumpers peel and fall off after 2 months and without it they're too slippery. I have the cordless dewault but going to get the milwaukees especially with the new stacked lithium batteries that just came out. I think they'll have a 3 inch m12 out soon. Now I even prefer the g9 over the rupes.

[@jdmkidk24]

I like the different price points. Matt have you tested shinemate machines? The EX620 is what I switched to from griots G15. It’s about the same price but it’s a much stronger machine to me

[@ObsessedGarage]

Shinemate is a RUPES and Flex I.P. theft company. Don't buy that stuff.

[@barneyswiss8054]

Hi Mat, what do you think about the Liquidelements A1000. I think for the price its a great Machine like the rupes

[@ObsessedGarage]

DO NOT BUY JUNK LIKE THAT! That is simple I.P. theft. It will be junk.

[@AaronWJ]

Matt, random question. Have you ever taken a dive into quartz counter cleaner for your home? I'm curious what you use if you have quartz in your home.

[@ObsessedGarage]

I haven’t on that one…yet.

[@anthonyrusso4100]

Any word on if Milwaukee will add a M12 , 3 inch polisher? Or even a 1 inch to compete with the Nano

[@ObsessedGarage]

Not yet. I'll find out more at SEMA.

[@bradleyfox9524]

Are you guys planning on doing any more wash and drives?

[@ObsessedGarage]

I don't have any planned right now, but there will be more in the future.

[@ROBERT-eg4ys]

Matt I’ve seen the Mirka all different prices. Does Mirka set the price?

[@ObsessedGarage]

Some sites just didn't get the Mirka price increase updated. They are price fixed.

[@Will_Shary]

Are you using the microfiber or wool polishing pads?

[@ObsessedGarage]

RUPES Microfiber

[@darius2640]

when you open the door and stick the machine out and blow out the pad, don't you get that old polish splatter all over your exterior walls or driveway pavers? I saw ammo's Kosilla do it while sticking the machine into a trash bin, that seemed more sensible

[@ObsessedGarage]

There is a little dust build up on the outside wall. When it does, I just wipe off with Eraser.

[@evokeautos3688]

What tape are you using? Any issues with it etching plastics?

[@ObsessedGarage]

It’s 3M Precision masking tape. It’s the only one that I use for polishing. No residue or etching.

[@dominiccampanella21]

The tint should help with the A/c problem

[@darrellfether8964]

If you’re looking at buying top quality equipment, what would you recommend for somebody starting out of business for Paint correction?

[@ObsessedGarage]

Your question was the same one I used to get a few times a week when I first started sharing my process on KZbin. If you dig into each of the packages on obsessedgarage.com in the detailing section, it lays out exactly what I suggest.

[@dominiccampanella21]

I heard they put the PPF there because they noticed customers getting a lot of rock chips.

[@BrianLouderback]

What do you suggest to do if we don’t have an air compressor to blow out the pads?

[@ObsessedGarage]

If you don’t have access to an air compressor, a soft to medium bristle brush and a microfiber towel will work, to an extent. You'd also need more pads and swap more often.

[@timkinley1779]

Get a few cans of compressed air.

[@tylerbetthauser7647]

Aside from the car being kinda cool to look at, do you believe the EV hype? Do you think they are viable options for most people?

[@RayNLA]

Yes

[@timkinley1779]

The Rivan isn't entry level. It is kinda the top of the line.

[@ObsessedGarage]

There are three words I think most should remove from their normal vocabulary: try, hype, and overpriced. When you say "try," what you really mean is that you aren't doing it. Hype is such a weak word. It implies impressionable or easily influenced. I don't think that is a good way to live. There is no such thing as overpriced. I buy what I think is going to be good, or I think I may have an interest.

[@bestcrazyboy8487]

@@RayNLA NO

[@CC_Marauder]

The entire EV eco-sytem is a gimmick and a fraud. Hydrogen fuel cell is the tech we're banking on for the (our) future. $$$

[@RC-Jr]

I have the same Griots, the plastic trigger lock broke on the 2nd car I compounded and polished. The polisher was really nice till that happened.

[@CC_Marauder]

If you didn't/don't take advantage of the GG Lifetime Warranty (for product defect) and their renowned Customer Service, that is entirely your poor decision to take the L.

[@cool62chev]

I like the hat!

[@ObsessedGarage]

Thanks!

[@barneyswiss8054]

First things first for the algo

[@jtm1979]

Rupes mk3 doesnt stall if you use washer or sand the shroud. 21 cuts so much more than 15 so as a part time detailer it is must have for me, it cuts more than a rotary. But yeah my 21 and 15 rupes have been collecting the dust after i bought 15 and 21 Millwaukee.

[@timbrown9731]

Problem with a clown like me is I’m looking for something that’s good quality but cheap and those things just don’t go together I just need to realize that…

[@alainprost22]

Matt .. You forgot to introduce your new sneakers. Thumbs up, or thumbs down ..

[@timkinley1779]

Look like Met Free 5s. I could be wrong.

[@MrSchn3ll]

Such a goofy car, just like all EV's. Except this one is from a business that can't achieve on their promises and hasn't made a profit, their EBITDA is laughable. Good luck owning this rolling complex operating system once they close down shop. EV's are reaching market saturation and companies like this one are going to feel the full pain of that + money is expensive now and nearly 6 figure EV's are tanking.

[@j.3854]

They arent closing anytime soon. Amazon wont let that happen. Who else will fill the market with premium EV trucks and SUVs? Ford?! Chevy?!

[@bbllaakkee]

I hate these things too, they are very ugly and Snoopy looking

[@ObsessedGarage]

Ha, ha... That's a whole lot of predictions. I'd bet you are a lot of fun to hang out with.

[@CC_Marauder]

But he's not wrong.

[@MobtacticsBruh]

Seriously… a multipart video for detailing a car? After this part was already 30mins?

[@CarEnthused]

Are you new here?

[@mcdoob]

Lmao bro this channel ain’t for you

[@j.3854]

Welcome to *Obsessed* Garage. Grab a chair.

[@Deagles456]

Definitely new here. Lol. This is actually shorter than some of the older detailing series hour long 20 parts.

[@thevettepirate]

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