How to: Choose the right Griot's Garage Polishing Tool

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With a myriad of polishing tools being offered by Griot's Garage, It might be difficult to decide which one will suit your needs best. Wether this if your very first orbital polisher, or you're looking to add to your existing tool collection, this helpful guide will arm you with the information you need to make the best selection possible.

[@RyanPetrynka]

I've been a hobby detailer for over a decade and recently started working in a Kia dealership. After reading many reviews of different machines I picked up the G9 and G8 to replace my old PC7424XP. Richard, Nick, Sam, Stevie and everyone else at Griot's Garage, thank you. I love my G9 and G8 so much that I picked up the matching carry bag. Since both polishers came with Griot's stickers I have one on both my personal car and tool cabinet at work. You've quickly become one of my favourite detailing companies. Thank you thank you thank you!

[@ryanshutz4748]

I’m so pumped. I just ordered the G8 & G9 kit as a birthday present to myself :). I’ll be doing my car, my wife’s, and fathers car and I cannot wait! I must have researched for months comparing CG (torq), Adam’s, maxshine, SPTA, the harbor freight “Bauer” 15mm throw 6” DA, and a few others that I cannot recall the names of. Griots kept coming out on top and checked all the boxes for me, especially at the price point. Two machines for 300, hell yes! Cannot wait to get into it.

[@sacballa_kills_em_wit_facts]

How’d it go? I’m about to pull the trigger on the G8/9 kit myself!😂

[@yarinsheiman7789]

Absolutely fantastic video! Enjoyed the perfect explanation and the production value is GREAT!

[@GriotsGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cayman9873]

I would want a very light weight DA random for less fatigue. I want to learn with something less powerful and fast. Battery would be better to get rid of dragging cords. I am older and beat up. So only a hood or door or two at a time. Planning on waxing more than anything else.

[@tanker242]

Did he really just say you would know the difference between a dual action and a random orbital? A random orbital is a dual action! It says dual action because there's two actions you're spinning and you're also going in little orbits. That's why it's called a random orbital because it's spinning and it's going in orbits causing the pattern to be more random instead of just squiggle lines from a rotary.

[@UberYou2ber]

Great video. Very informative. Thank you!

[@moisesperez3693]

I like my G8 and G9 machine... I need Santa to get me that G15....oh yeah

[@GriotsGarage]

The G15 would be a great addition!

[@fishvtec7]

@griot's garage what would be the best choice if I want a 3'' DA between the g8 and g13 thanks !

[@MyweathernetreportsBlogspot]

Awesome weather here this weekend. Gonna jump on one of my vehicle to do a 2 step paint correct with my G9

[@GriotsGarage]

Right on, have fun!

[@deanfox3920]

what's the difference between the g13 and the g8 ?

[@Chambersdn24]

Nice I really love your products can't wait to see what you guys have coming in 2022 and can't wait to see the bigger version to the rotary polisher.

[@GriotsGarage]

Thanks so much!

[@jimprice-i4w]

I'm leaning towards a G9. But before I pull the trigger I wanting to find out if the G9 will be compatible with the 3d quick release system and 3d backing plates. Anyone know?

[@paulmysliborski4832]

I have 3 Griot's machines. The new G9 (Abrams tank), the older GG6 (Sherman tank), and the older GG3 (No tank designation on this one, but it works great!) In addition, I own many, many other products of theirs. Including pads, liquids, MF towels, drying towels, dressings, QD sprays, you name it. And ALL of them are warrantied against manufacturing defects, many for life. Incredible company.

[@GriotsGarage]

Wow, thank you for the kind words Paul! We greatly appreciate you choosing Griot's Garage for all your car care needs!

[@mikeeonfiya]

Back then when I got into detailing, I had the porter cable. A few years ago I picked up the G9. This year I got a cordless Milwaukee DA 15 mm. I keep going back to my G9, I just love the ergonomics, polishing paint with it is just very cathartic. I always clean my G9 from any polish residue after a project, so yeah I have fun in my garage with the G9. Thanks for making detailing fun 😅

[@bakoguy5330]

Just seen this on Pan The Organizer channel, idk if I want the G15 kit or the G21. . . I’m trying to get everything at once in a big kit

[@billmercado3004]

I have the G9 and the g8 I enjoy using this tool my next purchase later is the g15 and g13

[@GriotsGarage]

We're so glad you're loving your G8 & G9!

[@mutatedgenome]

Any plans the release cordless polishers?

[@dragonsystems5973]

Im starting to consider buying a rotary, my G21 is great, but in the shop im in now, speed is king and there are certain situations being able to eat thru clear coat faster would be nice... id really really really love to have a griots full size rotary option

[@marklittleton1309]

Great, thorough explanation! Thanks, Nick! 👍

[@GriotsGarage]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cayman9873]

How can high throw DA and just circle drive both be high in friction and heat ?

[@zeadbeat6654]

Would love if you could deliver to UK or get more retailers here!!

[@jacobshank9362]

The G8 is really goated for tiny spots. The finishing capabilities are astonishing. I’ve never had the g13 but I know the Adams SK 3” with 12mm throw is amazing for cutting, so I assume it’s just as good or even better.

[@GriotsGarage]

If you love the G8, the G13 will BLOW YOUR MIND!

[@crankbait09]

thanks for the break down. Not gonna lie, im rather intimidated by these polishers. Don't wanna screw up my paint job due to operator error. They say to not wash / dry your car in circular motions, but yet, a polisher waxes / polishes in a circular motion. why does washing / drying leave swirl marks, but a orbital polisher doesn't? Right now I have no swirls on my truck (granted I haven't washed it yet), but still, i don't want there to be either.

[@derekmaynard5619]

Air dry is the best prevention in your situation. Look into purchasing a vehicle air dryer to keep the paint from the swirls you described. Always use a clean microfiber rag when washing and keep the the clean one for areas above the rocker panels, the areas that get the most tire fling. Once a rag has the littlest piece of dirt caught in a rag, is where the scratches and marks become an issue. It's difficult to keep a daily driver to the expectations we all hope, so thats why folks choose to polish or have someone else polish there vehicles. A polisher goes below the small swil marks thus leading to a clean slate. Unless the pad is dirty, then you get more scratches. Hope that helped.

[@GriotsGarage]

Hey Shawn, that's a great question! The reason we suggest not washing or drying in circular motion is to avoid scratches as swirls as straight line scratches and swirls are easier to later correct if you inadvertently cause them while washing. A random orbital on the other hands moves in a random orbit, not just a circular motion, preventing them from causing any scratches or swirls. If you're using a rotary machine, which does spin in a circle on a single axis, you'll likely notice that it does leave some swirls as you remove heavy defects that you'll need to go back and address with a random orbital machine. As far as being intimidated, we hear this all the time and totally understand, but with a good machine and some helpful KZbin videos you'll be good to go. Our G9/G8 Random Orbitals are our go to for beginners as they are super easy to use, have enough power and features to use as your grow as a detailer, however are very hard to do any damage to your paint with when used correctly.

[@jesustirado743]

Can a beginner that never used a machine before start with a g15

[@GriotsGarage]

We always suggest beginners starts with a G9 to get the hang of polishing and feel comfortable with the techniques used. The G15 is a pretty powerful tool, that could cause damage if used improperly.

[@gabevancappellen6090]

Love my G15. Planning to get a G8 or G13 soon.

[@GriotsGarage]

We're so glad you're loving your G15!

[@mattmiller1585]

First!

[@paligis9777]

wish these tools should run 110v-240v 50-60hz. for the international community can use it out of the box..

[@GriotsGarage]

Thank you for the feedback, we'll pass that along to our product development team!

[@cayman9873]

It comes w 6 inch but you can get a 5 inch to expand your capability ?? What ?? 6 inch is more than 5 .

[@GriotsGarage]

A 5" pad due to the smaller surface size provide a bit more correction capability due to the energy being in a smaller concentrated area. The 5" pad also allows you to get into areas that the 6" cannot.

[@Zb_Calisthenic]

i bought the g9.. love it! kinda wish i gotta the 3" DA polisher, but ill add the to the arsenal eventually. Love Griots.

[@GriotsGarage]

We're so glad you're loving your G9! The G8 will be the perfect addition to your arsenal down the road.