How to pick the correct car polisher that is right for you with Mike Phillips

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7 жыл бұрын

Whether you are a beginner, weekend warrior or advanced professional when it comes to polishing a car, Mike Phillips will help you choose the correct polisher that is right for your skill set.
Mike Phillips explains the differences between the Porter Cable Polisher, Meguiar's Polisher, Griot's Garage Polisher, Flex 3401, Makita Rotary Buffer, DeWALT Rotary Buffer, Flex Lightweight Rotary Buffer, RUPES orbital polishers and Cyclo Polishers.
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@user-nm8nf7jk2z Жыл бұрын

*Good **MyBest.Tools** power and rpm control.*

@TylerOlson 5 жыл бұрын

pro tip - watch on 1.5x speed

@markyounggren3649 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing.......Spot on pro tip

@cliffbrowning84 5 жыл бұрын

I thought it was my add kicking in. You are correct

@blankv8057 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome comment

@ArchilochusOfParos 4 жыл бұрын

Too right, wow this guy takes forever to get to the point. He's probably trying to hit that KZfaq metric of 10 minutes minimum....

@mikejohnson9118 4 жыл бұрын

Roger Dat!

@mdeluco4675 5 жыл бұрын

Perhaps it would help if we knew wtf models they are?! Just a thought

@aliciaclark468 7 жыл бұрын

autogeek is awesome. thank you!

@rccarcare4337 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike! Top notch informative video mate.

@aventador832 7 жыл бұрын

How does this not have more views? Great info here!

@lennydelvecchio7716 7 жыл бұрын

Except for the missing information about the 4 beginner's models.

@spikedairstudio2888 5 жыл бұрын

I own a Flex 3401 and a Kompakt 3. Love them both. Solid units and worth the money.

@nitrokyosho 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice informational video Mike

@DetailerAficionado 7 жыл бұрын

Muy detallada la descripción! Saludos desde Perú. Very good video

@poman8772 7 жыл бұрын

Great video Mike! Should help on the amount of questions you guys at Autogeek get every day!👍

@celestialbody6890 7 жыл бұрын

exellent video man!

@ThekiBoran 5 жыл бұрын

If I was a car guy you'd be my hero. I'm a finish carpenter looking at polishers for wood finishes. I'm probably going to get the mighty Makita.

@MastersonsCarCare 7 жыл бұрын

Great video Mike!!! Greetings from Masterson's Car Care!

@mintlou 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Greg, I wondered where you went! I noticed you disappeared from that 'other' channel.

@TraumaRider 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative! Thanks!

@jasonleon1976 5 жыл бұрын

Very very helpful. Thank you👍

@drivn4895 6 жыл бұрын

Nice quick, informative video. I do want to say that I was really looking to hear about each model in each level of detailing. Still, thank you for sharing!

@MohrRacing2 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Really helpful

@OrganicGonzalez 6 жыл бұрын

Guys buy a cheap one, use it for a year, then buy an expensive one to feel the difference yourself. Experience your own experiment.

@vitaminb4869 4 жыл бұрын

Why? Why buy twice?

@morgamkriese6473 7 жыл бұрын

Great Video!

@georgek6846 7 жыл бұрын

Well presented video, I am more informed now and will add this to my Facebook page

@fredpalacios507 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing information. Thank you

@Sergio-rn7os 7 жыл бұрын

I learned with a rotary buffer and I love it. just purchased a HD DA for $120 brand new and it has some serious power can wait to use it.

@tsabo8227 6 жыл бұрын

Good info. Thank you

@Harleyguy03 7 жыл бұрын

Great video on polisher options. Still can't decide on whether to use a professional detail shop for the first paint correction and buy a "lesser" DA to maintain the finish or buy one of the more powerful DA's and do the paint correction myself. Two year old Mustang convertible that the previous owner used automatic car washes (yikes) to wash her car. Many swirls and brush marks. Subscribed.

@danwilliams9339 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@davewoods3543 4 жыл бұрын

Great info great having someone who explains these different machines in a way a novice can u derstand,thanks really helped

@austin2739 5 жыл бұрын

The makita was the fisrt one i ever used and i still use one or a dewalt i detail for a living and i always use a wool bonnet and compound and lighter colors i put a foam pad on and polish but for dark colored cars after i use the wool bonnet i washrack and dry the car off and use the flex machine the one with the randon orbital pattern with the orange correcting polish from adams polishes

@josephirey4660 3 жыл бұрын

With ya on dewalt.

@starxlr7863 5 жыл бұрын

The Cyclo polisher is the BEST one! This is the machine that I first started with and its the same one that my grand father used from the 1950s and it still works amazingly well.

@silkboxing4454 4 жыл бұрын

StarXLR Exactly. My Grandfather gave the same one. I actually chrome polished it and display it !!!

@bafattvahetere 3 жыл бұрын

Don't expect anything made today to keep up with stuff from the 50s. These days mechanical tools were made to last, and probably NOT made in China, ha,ha.

@starxlr7863 3 жыл бұрын

@@bafattvahetere Oh I agree. I have two of these. One is very old and the other is a newer model like in the video, so far its been great. But yes I do agree with you, most of everything today is not of high quality like back in the 50s.

@Robert8455 7 жыл бұрын

Helpful video Mike ,thank you for that. Anyone ever tell you that you sound a bit like Wally Cleaver (from Leave it to Beaver)?

@GVGames1986 5 жыл бұрын

I don't even have a car but I have watched a ton of these.

@saulosalem6955 5 жыл бұрын

You just go straigh to the point, no blá blá blá.....very informative....thanks

@foxesandfeathers 7 жыл бұрын

I'm looking for a rotary polisher that has a variable speed trigger (for feathering) but is really light weight and easy to move around. I've tried the big milwaukee and it feels like a tanks. What would you suggest? the Flex L3410VRG seems pretty light. (i'll be using this on wood)

@derekreynolds8307 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to explain what tools do what and who they are best suited for. It really cleared up a lot of confusion for me and i learned a lot.

@autogeek 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@2010stoof 5 жыл бұрын

I just got my first DA. A torq 10fx. Didn't want to spend a ton on a long throw gear driven because it's my first one, but also didn't want to only save $40 on the very entry level. Then buy another one in a year. Hope I made a good choice.

@TakeTheBluePill 3 жыл бұрын

Now that it's two years later, how do you like it? I'm looking at getting the Torq 10FX.

@2010stoof 3 жыл бұрын

@@TakeTheBluePill to be honest I still use it for finishing or applying waxes and sealants, but you're better off getting a long throw 15 or 21mm I got the maxshine (shine master) 15mm pro model for 199 and it's leaps and bounds better. Maxshine is the super OEM that makes many brands polishers so going straight to the source is a great idea to me. Wouldn't be surprised if they're the ones who make the torq for chem guys.

@LightSportMan 4 жыл бұрын

which models are good for someone starting out>

@joshmaier18 7 жыл бұрын

hey autogeek where does the makita PO5000C fit into these categories ? how does it stack up to the rest?

@SpartanKyuubi 3 жыл бұрын

I made my decision. I’m buying all of them.

@autogeek 3 жыл бұрын

LOL - That will work! - Yancy

@MuahMan 7 жыл бұрын

I want a Flex 3401

@josholand 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike!!!! Great to see you again, I used to attend your classes at Meguiars in 2006-2007 Please let me know where you are located now.... are you offering classes still. I'd love to get in touch.

@bbdetailing9123 6 жыл бұрын

Yes, he still teaches. Go to Autogeek online and sign up. He's based out of Florida now

@computer_adhyapak_unionamr6695 7 жыл бұрын

I am new to car detailing. I am planning to buy a da polisher for my own car. Help me in deciding to go for 8mm or 15mm throw polisher?

@jeffyu8854 5 жыл бұрын

Which one is best dual action polisher for white car? I don't really have any budget

@sonkor7334 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much sir what a great and understanding explanation

@stevenguzman1995 3 жыл бұрын

Which would be the best to polish my plane and or 27ft boat?

@codeseven7057 5 жыл бұрын

The Groits one is all you need.

@franconicolasgudino9548 6 жыл бұрын

Dear friend, am I looking to buy a forced turning machine, between rupes mille, makita co6000 or flex 3401? What would you recommend? many thanks

@ernie5187 6 жыл бұрын

Whats better polisher for beginner long throw or short throw?

@azpitbull 3 жыл бұрын

Any of these units run on 220-230 watts?

@swift4311 2 жыл бұрын

Can I use the was paste on buffer machine instead on hand?

@anton06anton07 6 жыл бұрын

Where can I buy the flex compact 3 in Germany??

@atlfat9682 6 жыл бұрын

Can u burn the paint wit orbit polishers 4 the beginners

@spyrule 7 жыл бұрын

The only problem with this video... you didn't mention which actual models are shown in the beginners section.

@averagedetailer9908 6 жыл бұрын

Yes I would like to know that as well

@bbdetailing9123 6 жыл бұрын

From left to right (viewer's perspective): Porter Cable (PC) 7424xp, Griot's Garage 6" Random Orbital, Rupes (Duetto?), and Meguiar's MT300.

@trianggaindralukmana2184 6 жыл бұрын

Because choose polisher also consider what kind defect you wanna repair. If you newbie and choose 8mm stroke dual action polisher, you will be dissapointed with the polisher n feel wanna change to 15 or 21 mm stroke dual action. Then if the defect cant gone you jump to rotary polisher. My advice see for 15 or 21 dual action altough i jump to rotary when beginner but play safe n never burning paint

@bafattvahetere 3 жыл бұрын

@@trianggaindralukmana2184 21mm is too much. A lot of shakin' going on, without a whole a lot a love.

@trianggaindralukmana2184 3 жыл бұрын

@@bafattvahetere yep, after years and try lots of methode, i feel more comfortable with 12 mm orbital dual action polisher now. Yes 15-21 mm is faster on flat wide surface like most american cars but japanese and europe cars has more curve and narrow surface so 8-12 mm is my choice now

@kristenguillory6242 7 жыл бұрын

So for a beginner/intermediate user who needs to remove oxidation from an older 35' RV, what machine would you recommend?

@user-df5nn3se2l 3 жыл бұрын

HELLO FROM GREECE,PRICE FOR MEGUIARS MT 300 PRO POWER DA POLISHER???

@robertbryce7626 2 жыл бұрын

Why did you display the Meguire's dual action polisher in the beginning but did not talk about it during the discussions?

@jefforr4488 5 жыл бұрын

if youre going to give different level of sanders..beginners..intermediate..etc..give the model numbers for each level..thanks

@anonymous_2194 Жыл бұрын

question, could you use a sand machine from like maquita? they seem pretty good

@autogeek Жыл бұрын

Makita offers Dual Action Polishers and Rotary Polishers for paint correction. Their sanders are designed for sanding not polishing. We no longer offer Makita tools. We would recommend - Flex, Rupes, and Griot's Garage Dual Action polishers for paint correction.

@chrispatirot8575 7 жыл бұрын

my first machine was a flex says ackermen und smit on it west germany bought it new in 80s

@leonardofuquenegalindo3641 3 жыл бұрын

Gracias bogota Colombia

@ADRIAN-fb9xj 6 жыл бұрын

Quite an extensive range there. Looks like you'd need to throw a few grand at it to get one for every occasion. Not sure that's made it easier or just added too much choice.

@eefjevandeven1 4 жыл бұрын

so ,,, what do i pick for first machine...12 minutes i can't get back

@mkcharland 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, Mike. Might be a sily question however, I'm newer to using power tools for detailing. Currently have a decent DA. What is a variable speed polisher? Is it a rotary but with variable speeds? Thanks.

@spideraguayo 4 жыл бұрын

Help... any advice for a polisher .. I am deciding between torq x and griots g9 .. doing 2 cars.. any advice please..

@autogeek 4 жыл бұрын

Griots all day - Cant beat the power and Lifetime warranty

@ahmedmoustafa6829 4 жыл бұрын

Cant you use angle grinder?

@usadavid3264 7 жыл бұрын

I dont understand why you do not included Meguiars MT300??

@danlc95 7 жыл бұрын

JD Photo It was in the first group of machines.

@roadstar499 3 жыл бұрын

i wonder if they make one that does not vibrate your hands and wrists apart and cause carpel tunnel issues to wear you can't sleep at night do to the pain..... i used a rotary for years...zero vibration unless pad is put on lopsided.... i guess all DA polishers/sanders vibrate.... a young mans power tool for sure...

@rebeccalankford2652 3 жыл бұрын

List tools in the description please

@wrightvideos2011 Жыл бұрын

I noticed there are brands you didn’t feature in the video, does that mean you don’t recommend and sell them on your website? For example, you didn’t mention machines by Adam’s and Meguiars

@autogeek Жыл бұрын

We do not sell the Adams machines. We do however sell the MT300 by Meguiars, they are just not as popular as some of the others.

@heey973 7 жыл бұрын

Someone that can give me the name on the first rupes? DA polisher?

@jediali221 6 жыл бұрын

on right? RUPES LHR 12E Duetto BigFoot Polisher

@cheesehead6710 4 жыл бұрын

What's difference in rotary vs random orbital vs Dual Action

@reggienhappiness8851 5 жыл бұрын

Prices?

@ScullyandaFilms 2 жыл бұрын

I wish you picked up one to show it properly.

@scottbarker9058 3 жыл бұрын

WAYY 2MUCH INFO..I JUST WANT 2 NO WHAT ORIBITAL BUFFER I NEED 2 TAKE THE SWIRLS N LIGHT SCRATCHES OUT OF MY 18 BLAC CORVETTE,,...

@jeffyu8854 5 жыл бұрын

I need a tool that can do all kind of things just use one machine. I never use machine before. I don't want to damage my paint. However, i want a very good one so I don't need to change later.

@autogeek 5 жыл бұрын

If you are new to detailing I would suggest the Griots 6 inch polisher. It will do everything that you are asking and has a lifetime warranty -

@soundsnvisions 5 жыл бұрын

You show (4) "long stroke orbiters" but only give the name of one. Bummer.

@aportilla007 3 жыл бұрын

Makita

@ELEVOPR 7 жыл бұрын

Geesh, now i am more confused :o/

@DStroiu33 2 жыл бұрын

Jeeeezusssss

@MartyMartin87 7 жыл бұрын

There are a lot of polishers 0.o

@JamesFuhr 4 жыл бұрын

Informative, but the camera drifting was distracting and annoying

@xwhels 6 жыл бұрын

Entry level ? Flex pe14 is 400+$ !

@autogeek 6 жыл бұрын

Out in our training garage, I have the DeWALT, Makita, 3M and FLEX PE14 and when I hold any of my detailing classes, that is the car detailing classes or the boat detailing classes - EVERYONE GRABS THE FLEX PE14 Rotary Polishers. Luckily I have 24 of them in the garage so everyone gets a FLEX! -Mike Phillips

@xwhels 6 жыл бұрын

Autogeek can you do a video for some that ate 100$ and less with adjustable speed ?

@jdisdetermined 5 жыл бұрын

Anas saleh that would leave you with basically only the Harbor Freight or some form of knock off/clone which can be too unreliable and inconsistent to recommend. But definitely don't be afraid of the HF DA for your first buy. With the correct pads, products and application it is perfectly capable of significant correction and a beautiful finish. You might even find you don't enjoy using machines at all.. or you will love it and immediately want to improve. That's when you have fun and invest in a high end machine and products. That allows you to have the HF as a backup and you can throw a 3" backplate on it and use it for small areas. A 3" is incredibly useful and I use one at some point on almost every car. =)

@Erix7810 5 жыл бұрын

‘Lightweight.. so you don’t need a gym membership in order to polish your car..’ LOLOLOLOL!!!!! I am dead bro!!!!! LOL WOW!!!! LOLOLOL

@vika0194 5 жыл бұрын

ehhh, didn't show the names of them. just half picking them up isn't enough. Show us by text.

@hammmodjabeer7278 10 ай бұрын

Felx the best in the world

@amoslois4600 2 жыл бұрын

Actually you never present the beginners polishers,only the other categories

@bafattvahetere 3 жыл бұрын

What do all car owners, with there thumb in the middle of their palm, do? They buffer from dawn til dusk!

@alirazmjou2149 3 жыл бұрын

درود بر شما متشکرم اقا

@autogeek 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome glad you enjoyed it

@pillowpants337 3 жыл бұрын

Thumbs down because you did not name the models in the video or in the description. How did you expect me to buy one from you if you don't name the units?

@autogeek 3 жыл бұрын

Here is a deeper dive into polishers - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qLdml6SY3Zu5iZ8.html - Yancy

@Sam-kw9wd 5 жыл бұрын

HD means High Definition lol

@A.Dude. 4 жыл бұрын

WOW! Now we have car wash "experts" as if those would be some sort of scientists... Guys, you wash cars all day!!! "How to buy a polisher"; is that even a thing? You have a budget, you need to do a certain job, you find the tool fitting in that budget and you buy it; that is how you buy a tool. ANY TOOL.

@JayKay-ht8rg 6 жыл бұрын

All those machines are just too damned expensive if your looking at doing just your own car. £250 and more is just madness. Try reviewing some affordable machines for a damn change!

@trianggaindralukmana2184 6 жыл бұрын

Jas K because theyre professional detailer. See aliexpress find clover. They clone of rupes 21 mm dual action

@DarkwolfKJ 6 жыл бұрын

😐

@pauldersch6936 3 жыл бұрын

NO help at ALL. would be nice to know the NAMES of the machines for BEGINNERS..

@autogeek 3 жыл бұрын

We just had a LIVE Detailing class taking this video to the extreme yesterday. - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qLdml6SY3Zu5iZ8.html - Yancy

@kaypea4874 3 жыл бұрын

what are the names of what you're talking about.........this is NO help!

@TENNESSEETRACKHAWK 5 жыл бұрын

get to the point dude..... wow

@YknotLearnall 5 жыл бұрын

over 30 years experience and yet all the buffers shown are laid on the pads made worse laying them all on pad edges... lol. Way show that 30 years of experience. Total nube mistake. (you always, always lay your tool pad up or hang it)