Groits PC - Which one do they sell?

[Bellydawg]

A couple of years ago I got the Groits PC for Christmas. I keep seeing the different types mentioned but have wondered which one they sell. Upon answering this question, I see the counterweights that are sold for PCs and don`t think that this one has one. Does anyone know?

Appreciate the responses.

[CharlesW]

While I know nothing about the PC from Griot`s, it is unlikely that it has no counterweight at all.
Check this for some pictures and some info.

Charles

[jaybs02]

I looked at Groit`s web site and there is a
Groit`s R/O

and a Porter Cable


If you have the PC, both the 7424 and the 7336 are the same unit except the 7336 has a 6" c/b vs. a 5" one on the 7424, I have no clue who makes the R/O for Groits maybe another member can identify it.

Sorry I couldn`t have been of more help

"J"

[budman3]

Never seen that before either...looks like a PC with some traits of a rotary with the bail handle and such. THe colors look like Black and Decker to me, but a search found nothing to prove that. Looks interesting to me.

A quote fro Griots website:
"Not all random orbitals are the same. The Griot`s Garage Random Orbital spins at higher orbits per minute, has a smaller polishing pattern, a rheostat speed dial for polishing and waxing speeds between 4,000 and 7,000 orbits per minute, an internal fan to cool off the backing plate (thus, no heat build-up in our pad, or on your paint), a higher torque motor to eliminate stalling, an ergonomic top handle, and an easy-to-reach side on/off switch, plus your hands will enjoy much less vibration from the orbital! Enjoy the best!"

[3Dog]

With the dust shute I would say a 7336 but the handle is still baffling.

[jaybs02]

With the dust shute I would say a 7336 but the handle is still baffling.

:ermm: A 7336 doesn`t have a dust chute

A quote fro Griots website:
"Not all random orbitals are the same. The Griot`s Garage Random Orbital spins at higher orbits per minute, has a smaller polishing pattern, a rheostat speed dial for polishing and waxing speeds between 4,000 and 7,000 orbits per minute, an internal fan to cool off the backing plate (thus, no heat build-up in our pad, or on your paint), a higher torque motor to eliminate stalling, an ergonomic top handle, and an easy-to-reach side on/off switch..

I don`t know if I would like the OPM in that range (PC OPM range 2,500-6000). I like to start my PC rather slow (about 2) so that I can spread out my product before I start working it in, and I rarely go over 5.5 (but on occasion it might be nice ).
But thats just me.

I also thought that the heat generated help break down certain products.

Happy holidays
"J"

[3Dog]

Mine does.
Like this http://www.coastaltool.com/cgi-bin/S...8ef+1135946649

[Bob]

That is new because Griot`s has always sold the rebadged PC in the past. That sort of looks like a Dewault model maybe?

[jaybs02]

Ah... I see you got the 97366, which is the same as the others, just yours has a collection bag. You have to love Porter cable they have 5 different models #`s for basically the same thing

"J"

[Mikeyc]

Never seen that before either...looks like a PC with some traits of a rotary with the bail handle and such. THe colors look like Black and Decker to me, but a search found nothing to prove that. Looks interesting to me.

A quote fro Griots website:
"Not all random orbitals are the same. The Griot`s Garage Random Orbital spins at higher orbits per minute, has a smaller polishing pattern, a rheostat speed dial for polishing and waxing speeds between 4,000 and 7,000 orbits per minute, an internal fan to cool off the backing plate (thus, no heat build-up in our pad, or on your paint), a higher torque motor to eliminate stalling, an ergonomic top handle, and an easy-to-reach side on/off switch, plus your hands will enjoy much less vibration from the orbital! Enjoy the best!"

I knew Griot`s sold the PC, because I get their catalog all the time. I`ve never seen that red orbital before though. The added features sound interesting especially the fact that it can go 1000 OPM more than the PC. Seems to me with the higher speed you could do defect correction faster.

[norahcrv]

I don`t get how the "collection bag" would attach to the PC - could it be used to reduce dusting when polishing?? Would it fit on any PC model? Or is there too much risk of dragging it & its hose across the paint? Anybody know?

[Big Leegr]

I`d leave the dust bag to sanding duties, rather than car polishing.

[Bob]

I take it back, I think it is a Milwaukee or at least it looks like one.

[Bellydawg]

Thanks all for the responses. Now I understand the difference in the model numbers. Plus, the link to the article on counterweights was very helpful. Just wanted to make sure I knew the equipment better as my detailing adventure continues.

Thanks again.

[Mikeyc]

Just got my latest Griot`s catalogue in the mail today. The red buffer was all over it and it was indicated that it is a new product. The PC was nowhere to be found though.