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#1 User is offline   bmwvmi02 

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Posted 14 June 2009 - 05:52 PM

Does anyone know if lake country pads will fit the Griot's Garage orbital? Or do you have to use Griot's pads? I was thinking about buying lake country since I've read they have better pads. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Also....what orbitals are you guys using? I've been using Griot's (my neighbor's orbital) but I would like to have own.


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Posted 14 June 2009 - 11:19 PM

what size is the backing plate on the griots machine
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Posted 15 June 2009 - 12:26 AM

Looks like the 6.5 inch CCS Lake Country foam pads will work since it also uses the hook (velcro) and loop foam pads.

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Posted 16 June 2009 - 07:59 AM

View PostRizbel, on Jun 15 2009, 12:26 AM, said:

Looks like the 6.5 inch CCS Lake Country foam pads will work since it also uses the hook (velcro) and loop foam pads.

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+1 Correct - the Griot's random orbital backing plate is 6" so the 6.5" pads are the ones to use. Get orange pads for cutting power to clear off swirls and scratches, white pads for minor swirls and hazes, and black or blue pads for finishing and sealing.

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Posted 17 June 2009 - 11:53 PM

thanks for the help. appreciate the feedback

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