Question regarding orbital polisher

motex · 09-19-2015, 12:14 AM

I own a 3" Random Orbital from Griot's Garage, my question is if it's possible to adapt a 5" polishing pad?

Money2536 · 09-19-2015, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by motex

I own a 3" Random Orbital from Griot's Garage, my question is if it's possible to adapt a 5" polishing pad?

You could fit a hook and loop larger backing plate, but I think you'll find the 3" orbital doesn't have enough power to accomplish much.

RKAM3 · 09-23-2015, 11:20 PM

And they are typically counter balanced to smooth out the operation of the machine. That much variation in pad/backing plate weight will likely introduce a lot of vibration. Just get the right machine for the job.

cays · 09-23-2015, 11:52 PM

I agree with the advice given above. I've been using one since it was released and based on that experience I wouldn't dream of using a 5" pad on it. OTOH I have used the 3" to polish half a car and it worked out fine, even going faster than I thought possible.

motex · 09-24-2015, 09:22 AM

I ended buying a 5" rotary buffer, now I have the whole set a 3-5-12" size buffers, thanks all for your advice!

Money2536 · 09-30-2015, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by motex

I ended buying a 5" rotary buffer, now I have the whole set a 3-5-12" size buffers, thanks all for your advice!

Do you have any experience with a rotary? It is a whole lot different and requires much more car than a DA.

motex · 10-01-2015, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Money2536

Do you have any experience with a rotary? It is a whole lot different and requires much more car than a DA.

Sorry man, I meant orbital not rotary.....
Here a video I found for you

Money2536 · 10-01-2015, 06:02 AM

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Originally Posted by motex

Sorry man, I meant orbital not rotary.....
Here a video I found for you

Okay, good! You made me nervous for you paint there for a minute. Mike Phillip is legit. I taken his advanced detailing class.

motex · 10-01-2015, 10:37 AM

I learned a lot about polishing with my former black X6m, that color was a pain in the a$$, now with an alpine white, no worries, piece of cake

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