Griot's Garage G9 Unboxing, First Impressions and First Use!

[@kevin929v]

I’m a simple man, I see a FAB upload, I hit the like button! Great review man, been waiting on this one!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Kevin Velazquez Thanks for the like, comment and watching. I really appreciate it brother.

[@TheCookster64]

Commenting late! Getting a G9 tomorrow. I do have to say the Griot's fast correcting cream is insanely awesome! One step process is great for most jobs and saves lots of time! That stuff made me a customer for life. I corrected the paint on my black Challenger with it and it came out perfect and that was my first time trying correction. Time to upgrade to a great DA, thanks for this video!

[@jeremysmith8990]

Been using mine for the last 3 vehicles I’ve done and I am impressed with its ease of use and I don’t get fatigued while using it... gonna use it later for another truck! I only use Griots products because of you!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Jeremy Smith Glad to heat you are happy with it after putting it to the test on a few vehicles. I just kinda played around with it but love it so far. That’s awesome man Griots makes outstanding products!

[@notfound-qg2ii]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing hey Brian.. just got my G9 literally 5 days ago. Glad to see this review As I Have not used the polisher yet. When I first put the polisher on I thought it was too much vibration, but have not yet applied it to a panel. Good video man.

[@tomz1220]

Only 2 hours into my G9 ownership and I am in love. G9, with the NEW 5 inch backplate is a winning combo 👍

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Tom Z Great to hear! I just bought the 5 inch backing plate also.

[@calihuntfish7163]

Wow so cool for you to get a sponsored video with Griots Garage! I knew you always wanted it, so cool

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

CaliHunt&Fish 71 It is awesome! Thanks

[@Phriendlymd]

Great job FAB! That’s why we all love your videos. Your depth of describing the product, or machine in this case, is very thoughtful and insightful. You do such a great job brother! Congrats on the new polisher! The swirls are running from ya!!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Phriendlymd Thanks brother I really appreciate the kind words. It works great I can’t wait to use it on a full detail in the future!

[@Bean-sz7sr]

I also like Griot's Garage, there customer service is very good!! 👍👍

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

BeantimeS550 They are a great company!

[@MrRedex88]

I'll be getting one tomorrow. Will be used mostly for light polishing and to apply waxes and sealants. Anxious for it.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Cajun Kevin It will be great for that! You will love it.

[@MrRedex88]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing Posted this on Papa Smurfs channel too. Well....... Threw a pad on it, plugged cord. Guess what? It works. Ha Seriously though I like it already only working 2 hours with it so far. I figured I'd spend a few minutes with it to test it and go back to my Flex being I'm doing a paint Correction on a thrashed F-250. After working on the hood with the G9 I decided I'll use it for the entire job first complete test. Thoughts from a full time detailer. Balanced I head FAB the magnificent say how well balanced it was and he was spot on. Comfort Love the design of the G9 meaning no matter where you grab it while working with it it works, important for me because it's nothing for me to put in 12 hour days and need fresh grips as I go along. Powerful I'm running speed 4 1/2 and this darn thing will not bog down on me. Plenty of power even for the seasoned detailers who do it for a living like me. Also has a ton of torque, plenty. Heat issues None so far, the built in fan to keep the pad cool works very well. Griots are geniuses. I felt a little tiny of warmth around the housing but not an issue. Cord is not like most plastic type cords. It's made of a good quality rubber which will help a lot keeping it in its form. Vibration I tried it on speed 6 which I never run and felt some which is normal for a 1000 watt high torque machine. Nothing to talk about under speed 5 Over all experience It can be beat for around 160.00. Question is will it totally replace my Flex 3401? No because in my opinion the Flex is a workhorse and a money maker but I'll have my hands around the G9 often.

[@tims]

I love the video, as always. I liked seeing old glory at the beginning. Good luck with the move!

[@patrickallen5781]

Thanks for your review I just ordered one but have not received it yet. Appreciate the video and you like many others have very positive things to say about Griot's and that helped sway my decision.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Patrick Allen You are welcome! It’s a great little machine. Griot’s makes fantastic products! Thanks for watching

[@wademiyataki9221]

Thanks for the video. Good luck with the move, have a great vacation, and take care of that knee.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Wade Miyataki You are welcome! Thank you we have a crazy month ahead

[@MNpicker]

Thats awesome!! I want one..I just recently got the G6...but I have to have to have the G9.. So the G6 dont get lonely 😁

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

MNpicker Yes it is and you need one! 😂 Definitely don’t want the G6 to be lonely.

[@dj9151]

Thanks for taking the time to do this review! I've been wanting to get a DA polisher and now I found the right one for a beginner. Now get to packing! I recently moved myself (to another state) so I know what your going through!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

dj 91 You are welcome! You can’t go wrong with this one it’s a great machine. Yeah moving sucks and I am hoping this is the last time. I couldn’t imagine moving to another state we are moving 6 miles away.

[@jpan7071]

The vibration. Everyone complains about the vibration. They try to put a good spin on it, but it’s there.

[@chiroguy98]

Used mine I got when I saw you at Griots last weekend- definitely liking mine also- powerful but smooth. Like the trigger switch much better than the old one.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Aj Bentley It was great meeting you last weekend! It is a very smooth machine and a lot better then the old G6 for sure. Thanks brother

[@MyGuyKirby]

GG does great products with a ton of time to get it correct for the customer. This new G9 is a big step ahead for entry level units and I want ONE too!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

thomkirby Yes they do! They don’t release new things often but when they do it’s almost guaranteed to be good. You definitely need one! 😂

[@davidb4167]

I'm helping friends move into their first house this weekend from an apartment and I can't even imagine moving a whole house worth of stuff.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

David Boyce Man it sucks! When we moved here 12 years ago we had hardly anything now I feel like we are moving Walmart! 😂

[@PapaSmurf918Detail]

I have been waiting for FABs thoughts!!! Hahaha I know you went into geek out mode when you saw this on your porch 😂😬 great Video man! I absolutely LOVE the G9. That front grip is fantastic. Like you said coming from an older harbor freight Chicago electric this thing is smooth as a babies bottom! 🤣 can't wait for you to get some hours in on it and let us know what ya think. Take care brother!!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

PapaSmurf918 Man I was so excited when I saw it on the porch! It was better then Santa Clause on Christmas morning. 😂 The front grip is awesome and extremely comfortable. I want to use it on a full detail but can’t for a while unfortunately! Thanks brother

[@PapaSmurf918Detail]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing Haha Christmas came early for you man!! And hey, life sometimes happens man. Cars aren't going anywhere brother!! You will have time to play soon 👍👍👍

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

PapaSmurf918 Yeah I know but the itch is getting stronger. I have a truck that needs a paint correction. 😃

[@PapaSmurf918Detail]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing LOL try the all new Griots " itch cream " for those who haven't detailed in at least 3 weeks 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I need some too man!! But I'll be doing a full paint correction on my buddies GMC Diesel tomorrow. The same one I posted the test on with your favorite 49er outfit 😂😂

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

PapaSmurf918 You mean Griot’s anti-itch cream! 😂 Oh man you will need more then a day on a big truck depending on how bad the paint is! Man you need to move out here and root for a real man’s team! 🤣 😂 😆 😝

[@bstewartexecutivecarcare6953]

Nice side by side review. I ordered my G9 w/trade in last week after watching several reviews. Happy to see you liked it too. My old G6 works fine but I would only do 1/2 a car a day as it would tire me out, and I only have 4 pads of each color. So I ordered more pads hoping I might be able to do a whole car in a day. And the buy back is a good deal. I spent $199, which included the new pads and a bottle of correcting cream, and got a $87 credit. And as you know $87 is easily spent on Griots products, which again I would have done at some point anyway. Hope the knee is healthy and good luck with the move. 👍✌️🇺🇸

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

B Stewart ExecutiveCarCare Thanks! You will be happy with their machine and should be able to knock a car out no problem. Yes the money goes quickly when buying products. Let me know what you think after trying it!

[@bstewartexecutivecarcare6953]

Will do!

[@TruthSeekerVP]

I don't need a lot in life but I need the G9

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Truth SeekerVP 😂 Anything that makes life easier is necessary! Thanks for watching

[@OuzoLouGarage]

Great review on the G9 it never stalled on you with weight on it. To bad we are not closer we would help you guys with the move.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Ouzo Lou Garage Thanks brother! I appreciate that I think we will have plenty of help though.

[@jaysmith6013]

Great review, I’m considering either this not the TORQx. I’m a home, just for fun detailed who only works on family cars. I’d probably use the polisher 10-12 times per year, so I don’t need anything super fancy or expensive. I feel this is a good option.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Jay Smith Thank you! I think this would be a great option for you. The G8 is a great 3 inch polisher also. I just released a video on that last weekend.

[@markevanado9463]

The g9 is so balanced that I don’t even apply any external pressure to it, I just guide the polisher which is more than enough on most jobs!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I agree it is a great polisher!

[@edruiz6364]

It's a shame that Griot's Garage chose to go with a 6, instead of the 5" backing plate. I'm in the market for a new polisher and this will be a reason to go with ShineMaster.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Ed Ruiz You can buy it with the 5 inch backing plate option. I bought the 5 inch backing plate a few weeks ago just haven’t swapped it yet.

[@edruiz6364]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing Great!

[@edruiz6364]

Just received my G9, I'm stoked! I can't wait to try it.👍😁

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Ed Ruiz Have fun! 😃

[@jimmybell2402]

Nice video, makes my old Porter Cable look like a block of wood. Too bad I retired from detailing due to back surgery. I would like to see you try the pneumatic one, it’s not mentioned much anywhere and for me, I’d use it due to the extreme low weight-and just to do light correction and applying wax. And ONLY on my car.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Jimmy Bell Thanks! I have thought about getting the pneumatic one but haven’t had a need for it.

[@adnerperez5598]

Hey Fab. Do you know about the mini polisher from Griots?

[@TechCrazy]

I have had two G9's and both of them vibrated way too much. I did not change the backing plate. Then I changed it to a 5" backing plate to check and the vibration got even worse. :(

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Call Griots. They have a lifetime warranty

[@jmmustangs3078]

Well looks like I’m pulling trigger and ordering mine today. Ordering from Autogeek they sent me a $25 off coupon as a welcome back that actually works for buying this so with adding GG 5” backing plate out the door tax 5” plate free shipping $151 delivered. Wish they gave you option to come with 5” or 6” backing plate seems like everyone switches to 5” so not sure why you get one with it. I actually emailed GG trying to get them to remove 6” and put in a 5” in box and they would not, they said I would have to purchase it separately guess I was just trying to be a cheap ass saving $20 lol. I will use my Porter Cable as my dedicated 3” once I receive this. I will have to buy the wall mount as this will also be a nice decoration in my garage when not in use. Good luck on your move it’s a big pain in the ass moving.

[@YOPHILLYYO]

@fab Hello, Any updates on this polisher ? How has it held up ? Any things you dislike with it ? Im in the market for a new polisher and its either this one or another im looking at. Thank you !

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I love it and use it all the time. Hasn’t failed me yet. Very comfortable and plenty of power. You are welcome

[@michaelcampbell01985]

First hey brother hope your resting that knee sir and dont strain your self to hard moving. Second, I have seen mixed reviews from different detailer's all an all good though. Third, I don't know if anyone has suggested it but why dont you try your g6 backing plate on the g9. May not be possible for some reason but you could just try it an see.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Michael Campbell The knee is doing better! The G6 backing plate will work but Griot’s said it may give vibration as it is not balanced for this machine. I bought the 5 inch backing plate last weekend for it.

[@zyuzjazizin9363]

Hi! How many meters power cable? Thanks

[@xpisporshotx]

Could you convert this to a 5" backing?

[@danmorrissette4814]

Love the Little cars on it! ;-)-

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Dan Morrissette The little details are what makes it even better

[@winxwenmuana1228]

Awesome review. Fair and thorough. I’m just a hobby DIY detailer. I already have 2 G6s and I’m resisting the temptation to buy the G9😇. The detailing brushes in the background caught my attention though. Would you share what brand are those?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Winxwen Muana Thank you! The G9 is a great machine and very smooth. I bought those brushes off Amazon. They are in my Amazon store there should be a link in the video description.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

You will ha e to scroll all the way to the bottom of the store.

[@winxwenmuana1228]

FAB Automotive Detailing I may have to buy the G9.😇 Thanks for the reply.

[@winxwenmuana1228]

FAB Automotive Detailing I saw it. Thank you. I assume you had good experience with these brushes.

[@winxwenmuana1228]

You mentioned somewhere 5” BP option. Does that mean you can buy the G9 and ask for a 5” BP?

[@Jhinge7385]

Hi fab I have decals on my truck, how will that work with them? I have never used a buffer before.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

J hinge What I do is test a spot on the decal or vinyl. Start with a lower speed and stay away from the edges the best you can.

[@chucknolan8514]

Thanks for the video. 👍

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Chuck Nolan You are welcome!

[@SlingbladeJim]

Blackfire just sent me an email offering 25% off and some goodies if I ordered today...so I clicked on this G9 DA to add to cart for purchase. I clicked on check out and it said I don't have any items in the cart. I repeated this process 6 times with the same results. I then called the company from the ordering number at the top of the web page and got a recording that no one was there to take my calls ????????????? I hope someone else has better luck.

[@texasbeachbum]

If you don't like it send it to me ha. That will match my 1LE perfect. I have no 6'" pads. I like that grip as well

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

ZoutlawSS Man you would love this machine! Compared to the Griot’s old 6 inch and Porter Cables this thing is so smooth and way more power. Not to mention it’s only $150 with a lifetime warranty.

[@texasbeachbum]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing I'll have to wait until I pay off some cameras lol. I am going to get a new one soon

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

ZoutlawSS I just bought a Hero 7 Black only to find out a week later the Hero 8 is coming out.

[@avasquez12343]

Where you get those griots stickers on your cabinet? I want 1 lol

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I got them directly from Griots Garage by emailing them.

[@MoiFidodido1966]

Hey FAB! Can you please tell me what swirl finder light you're using in this video?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Stéphane Lacombe It’s a Astro Pneumatic 50SL Color Match light. I have it in my Amazon store I think it’s around $60. Well worth the money! There is a link to my store in the video description.

[@MoiFidodido1966]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing Ok..........just checked and this is made in China. I have decided to never buy a product made in China ever again due to their responsibility regarding Covid-19 so I won't buy it. Can you at least just tell me the color temperature of it in kelvins if you have that info of course please?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Stéphane Lacombe It’s 4100k

[@MoiFidodido1966]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing Great thanks for the info! :-)

[@MoiFidodido1966]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing OK thanks............just one more question..............why do you prefer to use the 5" backing plate/pad setup instead of the 6"??

[@OuzoLouGarage]

Haha I can never say Griot's right all good Brian that was funny. I need to practice saying it.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Ouzo Lou Garage I was hoping you wouldn’t mind that! 😉

[@OuzoLouGarage]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing Not at all . As soon as you showed the name on the box i knew it was for me. Still laughing

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Ouzo Lou Garage Awesome!

[@Jhinge7385]

Thank you!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

J hinge You are welcome!

[@Knards]

The one drawback I find is, you cant use a backing plate any smaller than 5 inch. Bummer

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

MrMrwilson11 Yeah but they just released a new 3 inch line the G9. The prices are really good to.

[@bwilliam4023]

have you heard about v2 G9?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Chris Brown I have not heard of that.

[@RCFlyer85]

What's different?

[@japspec96]

Once you get a little more time with the machine, would love to know your opinion on this vs Adam's swirl killer. I know they're different throws but they're relatively in the same price range and I've been looking into getting a new polisher myself.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

japspec96 I don’t own the swirl killer so I can’t compare it to that. It is a huge upgrade though from the old Griot’s G6 or the porter cable a lot of people use.

[@japspec96]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing I could've sworn you had the swirl killer. My mistake. I have the PC, which is good but, there are some things I'm just not a fan of.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

japspec96 I have the swirl killer mini but not the big one.

[@japspec96]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing oh ok. Yeah I had planned on getting that one as a dedicated 3 inch polisher for tighter/smaller areas. I've used the PC to detail one car from start to finish (compounding, polishing, sealing, and waxing) and by the end of it my arms were just sore from the weight and the vibrations of the machine. Add the fact that it is pretty loud, very little to speak for user experience. Doesnt help that by the end of it there are still some scratches on my car that I couldn't get it out. Not sure if you check your IG messages but I sent you a message before asking for some advice on some of the scratches I have. Love the videos you put out and hope I can one day put out the quality work you do!

[@toneman335]

Don't forget to show the "air" in the box....LMAO

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

toneman335 Oh man I knew I forgot something!

[@alirazmjou2149]

Thank you so much for this video متشکرم

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

You are welcome!

[@Sports.Car.Fan.1987]

G9 = Fail. The stop spinning is so sensitive that it will only polish big flat panels

[@OCDaddyZsolt]

Very nice gear. Wish I had one ;)

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

OCDaddy_Zsolt It is really nice! It is definitely worth purchasing IMO!

[@CSHayes]

Polishers today should be brushless like all new quality tools. Great review like always!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Chris Hayes Sometimes though old school is still really good and dependable. Atleast you can maintenance it if need be vs sending it in and not having it. Thanks and thanks for watching

[@jmmustangs3078]

Kinda thought same thing I’ve been in RC for years and everything now is brushless with tons more power and speed. The only modern RC’s running brushed motors is the 4x4 crawlers.

[@onpointdetailingbrandon6119]

mine broke with in 6 weeks

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

That’s unfortunate but Griots will make it right if you call them.

[@onpointdetailingbrandon6119]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing I will tomorrow

[@garrett6743]

@@onpointdetailingbrandon6119 did you ever get it fixed? If so have you had any more issues? Would you recommend it?

[@doinnothindotcom]

FAB stands for Feature,Advantage and Benefit of watching your videos. Convert your G6 to a 3 inch as I did because my G9 does not convert to a 3 inch pad. I snapped on the G9 as soon as Apex did the tear down review and switched to 5 inch pad and optional 25 ft, cord. I too am like Kevin a simple man of 74 years and passionate about detailing. Just finished a 1 step on my own 2006 Xterra with G9 and would like to send you the images if possible.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Alfred Petersen Awesome ! That’s one thing it could stand for! It is a great machine and very user friendly. I would love to see the photos. Do you have Facebook or Instagram? If you do just look up my channel name. If not I can give you my email.

[@Samitocas]

I am really surprise that you consider the G9 does not vibrate that much ! i bought it 2 weeks ago and for me this polisher vibrate a lot !!! If the G6 vibrate more than the G9 that mean the G6 is simply terrible to use.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Hayssam El-Safah It was extremely smooth. We’re you using Griot’s pads with it? Just curious because when I use another companies pads on my G21 it vibrates but the BOSS pads don’t vibrate.

[@Samitocas]

The G9 came with the 6 inches pad and I bought the 5 inches pad from Griot !! What is really strange when I put the 5 inches the vibrations was little bit more comparing to the 6 inches pad!!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Hayssam El-Safah That is strange. I bought the 5 inch backing plate also. Call Griot’s and tell them what’s going on they have great customer service.

[@Samitocas]

@@FABAutomotiveDetailing yes I will, but you know many reviews confirm the fact that using 5 inches pad with this polisher create more vibrations !!

[@coreyg2725]

Good luck with your move.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Corey G Thank you!