Meguiar's G110v2 Professional Dual Action Polisher Review
This is Meguiar's new and updated random orbit dual action polisher... and it is one very sweet machine! With a host of new features, it is clearly in a class of its own, and tailored specifically for its intended purpose unlike other brands that try to be jacks of all trades.
The first thing you notice is the ergonomic top handle, unlike the side handhold on most other random orbit sanders (ROS). This handle allows for precision in a comfortable manner while making the weight of the unit easy to manage. Motor speeds have been expanded with the ROS now capable of between 1800-6800 RPM at 4.2amps. The 1800 speed is the lowest available in any of its competitors, and is important for some detail work.
Meguiar also looked carefully at the way that people use polishers and the unit has two features that really protect the machine and your paint:
* The machine has a staged startup, meaning that it doesn't slam to its full set speed the instant you turn it on. This saves a great deal of wear and tear on the motor
* The machine won't bog down under pressure. It senses additional pressure and speeds up the motor back to the set speed. Other units bog down easily under pressure.(Internal feedback circuit increases torque when downward pressure is applied)
Meguiar's put the ROS through its paces by testing it at one of the largest car auction centers in the USA. They have not had a single failure and use of the ROS has been all day virtually every day with over 400 hours of run time on each of their units.
Meguiar's has really sweetened the deal on this unit by INCLUDING a W68DA Soft Buff 2.0 DA Backing Plate, (hook and loop Velcro base plate) that runs about if purchased separately... and a durable logo'd canvas bag for storage and transport. It's a VERY nice bag! Really! Yes, Really!! Spare motor brushes are in the box, along with all the tools you would need to change the plate or brushes. Awesome attention to detail.
Using the polisher is a dream. It is smooth and almost vibration-free. Much less vibration than the Porter Cable models. The motor is not overly loud, and the new rubber power cord is manageable with a 45 degree exit from the body.
SCARED OF DAMAGING YOUR PAINT?? Don't be. Dual Action, Random Orbit systems are designed to eliminate the problems of Rotary Polishers that should only be used by professionals with training. ROS systems will not allow you to to damage to your paint and are perfect for not only professional detailers, but for we home car appearance fanatics too! Don't be frightened of using this system, you WON'T hurt your vehicle!
Primary competition for this unit is the Porter Cable 7424XP Random Orbit Sander (PC) which is also used by thousands of detailers. The primary differences between the two (and both are the same price on Amazon) are as follows:
- The G110v2 has less vibration than the PC
- Fit and finish is much nicer on the G110v2. It just looks a lot nicer than the typical PC grey. The 110v2 also feels better in your hands due to ergonomic handle design.
- G110v2 throttles up when sensing a bog down... much more than the PC
- The speed dial is much smoother on the 110v2 than the PC, and the 110v2 has a wider speed range with the lowest speed at 1800 RPM
- The 110v2 INCLUDES the hook and loop (Velcro) backing plate, storage bag, tools, and motor brushes in the package. PC comes naked.
- The ONE advantage of the PC over the 110v2 is a three year warranty vs. one year on the 110v2.
Here's what you need in addition to the 110v2 itself to get going...
* Polish/Wax application Pads (Soft Buff 2.0 recommended by Meguiar's (no surprise...) for use with this backing plate), or any of the Lake Country pads with hook and loop backing.
* Compound, paint cleaner, polish and wax of your choosing. ( I prefer all of Meguiar's products over any others... and all available at great prices on Amazon!)
* Towels. (Microfiber is absolutely the best)
* A vehicle in need of defect removal or a good polish/wax job.
This unit receives my highest recommendation as an extremely well designed and engineered tool. It is "pretty" as well as functional, and Meguiar's has seen fit to include extremely useful additions like the backing plate and bag that others simply don't. Amazon offers this unit for about .00 less than buying direct as well, and with PRIME, I had it in two days free shipping. Awesome.
5+ out of 5 stars for this super unit! Get it... you won't be sorry!
Meguiar's G110v2 Professional Dual Action Polisher Feature
- Internal feedback circuit increases torque when downward pressure is applied
- 1800opm - 6800opm, the most versatile speed range in it's class
- Easy side-port access for quick brush changes
- Includes W68DA Soft Buff 2.0 DA Backing Plate and embroidered canvas bag
- Soft touch finish prevents scratching your vehicles paint
Meguiar's G110v2 Professional Dual Action Polisher Overview
This is Meguiar's new and improved V2 of the G110 Dual Action Polisher. The G110V2 touts a new Cruise Control feature - an internal feedback circuit that actually increases torque when downward pressure is applied. And with an OPM (orbits per minute) range of 1800 - 6800, it has the most versatile speed range in its class. Other features include easy side-port access for quick brush changes -- same as most professional rotary buffers. The Meguiar's G110V2 also features a new rubber cord, convenient Meguiar's canvas bag, and even includes a W68DA Soft Buff 2.0 DA Backing Plate.
