Timing is everything- need polisher now.

[PDoyle]

I have been waiting for the new HD DA to hit the shelves but it ain`t out yet. Right?

Found some good info. on the forum- a Griot`s 6" at BJ`s for around $90.

Should I pull the trigger?

[David Fermani]

I would! 3D has no ETA for their next batch of polishers.

[PDoyle]

ok, thanks for your help.

Has anyone asked if Autopia will price match and give them the sale?



I want to buy the pads too. Can you recommend ?

[David Fermani]

Not sure what you mean...Price match? Pads?



Please elaborate...

[Accumulator]

I want to buy the pads too. Can you recommend ?



If you`re referring to the Griot`s orange polishing pad and red waxing pad, they`re good to go IME.



The orange pad is *MUCH* more gentle than the "orange light cut pads" that others sell. The GG orange is a true *polishing* pad and might not be aggressive enough for serious correction. Also, it *MIGHT* be just a bit too aggressive for final polishing on extremely soft clears, but I`ve never run into that problem myself.



I like the GG orange polishing pad and use it a lot. I even choose it for use with most AIOs/paint cleaners. Very good pad that wears like iron, no velcro issues either.



The red waxing pad is also good and it lasts just about forever. For sealants I`d probably recommend the LC Gold pad instead, but I`ve never actually tried one as I`ve been satisfied with the Griot`s for my LSPing by machine.



I`m *NOT* a fan of GG Machine Polishes and I really dislike their Best of Show wax, but I understand people just buying kits where such stuff is often basically included for free. Just don`t spend extra money to get them; the pads are a different story and a kit with those included oughta be good.



Just be prepared to buy some more aggressive pads for serious correction.

[pwaug]

Not sure what you mean...Price match? Pads?



Please elaborate...



David--I think what he means is that on most sites you can get a 6 pack of LC or Buff & Shine 5.5" Flat pads for $35 or six pack of 6" pads for $50. Six 5.5" HD pads would be $47.94. Thomas checked for me once and 3D wouldn`t price match.

[David Fermani]

David--I think what he means is that on most sites you can get a 6 pack of LC or Buff & Shine 5.5" Flat pads for $35 or six pack of 6" pads for $50. Six 5.5" HD pads would be $47.94. Thomas checked for me once and 3D wouldn`t price match.



You might want to check in with Barry (3D of Manheim, PA) to see if he`ll do something in that arena. Especially if you`re in his area of the country.

[PDoyle]

Not a big thing about the price matching thing. Wasn`t sure what the buying options were with guys on the site. The Autopia website has a banner on the front page noting their price matching...

[C. Charles Hahn]

Not a big thing about the price matching thing. Wasn`t sure what the buying options were with guys on the site. The Autopia website has a banner on the front page noting their price matching...



Which Autopia website?



If you`re talking about autopia-carcare.com they have nothing to do with this site or with 3D. That store is owned by Autogeek.

[imported_RZJZA80]

Yeah it sounds like you`re looking at AG`s site, it has that banner at the top about meeting or beating anyone`s price.

[PDoyle]

Yeah it sounds like you`re looking at AG`s site, it has that banner at the top about meeting or beating anyone`s price.



Yes exactly. Anyway I hit up BJ`s.com and purchased the Griot`s 6" with a couple of pads.

My first project, a 23 ft boat.

Thanks all.

[BigAl3]

Not a big thing about the price matching thing. Wasn`t sure what the buying options were with guys on the site. The Autopia website has a banner on the front page noting their price matching...



autopia.org (the "original") has no affiliation with autopia-carcare or autopiaforums, the site you`re on now is the internet`s original car care forum and the best at that (lots of great info from the most talented/respected detailers/people around). if you hear the word "autopia", think of the forum/site first! :smile1:

[C. Charles Hahn]

autopia.org (the "original") has no affiliation with autopia-carcare or autopiaforums, the site you`re on now is the internet`s original car care forum and the best at that (lots of great info from the most talented/respected detailers/people around). if you hear the word "autopia", think of the forum/site first! :smile1:



Just remember, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery ;)

[Swanicyouth]

Anyone check out this polisher yet from Harbor Freight. Went there and saw it in person. It looks familiar.



http://img.tapatalk.com/d/12/10/08/unyjy6u4.jpg

[David Fermani]

Looks very similar to the HD Polisher. You should buy one to see how it works.