Adam's Swirl Killer

[Sizzle Chest]

I wanted to put my 2 cents in on the new Adam's Swirl Killer:

 

 

 For the past few months I've been using/beta testing this machine and have performed numerous mulit-stage paint corrections with it. I am a professional detailer.  You can find pretty much every machine made in my arsenal. 

 

Some observations:

 

The Swirl Killer is well made.  It has a very nice 'feel' to it.  It is very balanced.  The vibration(s) are much less than the PC or Griot's PC type machines.  It is a 15mm long throw...this assists in 'faster' correction on a larger work area.  The power cord is very long and useful; I did not even need an extension cord to work around an average sized vehicle. 

 

Power:  Plenty!  That being said, the long throw polishers have a tendency to 'stall' on curves.  You will experience this with this machine as well...you will need to learn and adjust your technique accordingly to overcome this and keep correcting/polishing.  I found myself running it on speeds 4+ for the heavy correction portion and then lower speeds for my final polishing.

 

Noise:  not bad for a polisher!  And I was running it in the upper speeds/wide open for some time. 

 

Yes, it is made in China.  No, I do not consider that a major negative.  For the price it's an extremely capable machine and to me seems/works/feels like a 'professional' model. The 1 year warranty would not be an issue for me either.  For the targeted audience (non-professionals), I feel that the Swirl Killer is an excellent value to step up your detailing game with a 15mm long throw machine.

 

Scott Harle

Owner and master detailer

Autodermatology

Naples, FL

 

[Junior]

Awesome Scott! I hope folks find this input useful.

[Dwhite0960]

If people research his work they should find some peace if they are unsure. Scott does phenomenal work

[stripesace]

I wanted to put my 2 cents in on the new Adam's Swirl Killer:

 

 

 For the past few months I've been using/beta testing this machine and have performed numerous mulit-stage paint corrections with it. I am a professional detailer.  You can find pretty much every machine made in my arsenal. 

 

Some observations:

 

The Swirl Killer is well made.  It has a very nice 'feel' to it.  It is very balanced.  The vibration(s) are much less than the PC or Griot's PC type machines.  It is a 15mm long throw...this assists in 'faster' correction on a larger work area.  The power cord is very long and useful; I did not even need an extension cord to work around an average sized vehicle. 

 

Power:  Plenty!  That being said, the long throw polishers have a tendency to 'stall' on curves.  You will experience this with this machine as well...you will need to learn and adjust your technique accordingly to overcome this and keep correcting/polishing.  I found myself running it on speeds 4+ for the heavy correction portion and then lower speeds for my final polishing.

 

Noise:  not bad for a polisher!  And I was running it in the upper speeds/wide open for some time. 

 

Yes, it is made in China.  No, I do not consider that a major negative.  For the price it's an extremely capable machine and to me seems/works/feels like a 'professional' model. The 1 year warranty would not be an issue for me either.  For the targeted audience (non-professionals), I feel that the Swirl Killer is an excellent value to step up your detailing game with a 15mm long throw machine.

 

Scott Harle

Owner and master detailer

Autodermatology

Naples, FL

 

I've seen a lot of Scott's work on other forums. Scott's endorsement of this tool should not be taken lightly. 

[Jordan Silveira]

Incredibly helpful post thank you so much! 

[buffalobob920]

Thanks great post

Just one question how does this machine differ from the rupes mark-ll LRH15 machine

Thanks

[TheWolf]

Thanks great post

Just one question how does this machine differ from the rupes mark-ll LRH15 machine

Thanks

 

Check out this post for my thoughts on the two polishers:

 

http://www.adamsforums.com/topic/31811-adams-swirl-killer-faqs-discussion/?p=497419

[Sizzle Chest]

Thanks great post

Just one question how does this machine differ from the rupes mark-ll LRH15 machine

Thanks

Thank you!

 

It is very similar.  You may find yourself having to run the Swirl Killer at a higher setting than the Rupes for similar results, however I did not find that to be an issue with the machine at all.   The greatest difference is price point. 

[buffalobob920]

Hey thanks for your input I guess I'll just stick with what I have the rupes mark ll-15

[PostalTwo]

Hey thanks for your input I guess I'll just stick with what I have the rupes mark ll-15

Good choice . A professional level tool ,no doubt

[BrianT]

Great to hear more about this polisher, thanks Scott!

[Sizzle Chest]

Hey thanks for your input I guess I'll just stick with what I have the rupes mark ll-15

 

Yes, if you already have the Rupes 15 MkII I see no reason to get the Swirl Killer, they are essentially the same machine.

 

Happy polishing!

[Ricky Bobby]

Yes, if you already have the Rupes 15 MkII I see no reason to get the Swirl Killer, they are essentially the same machine.

 

I do not agree with this statement but I do appreciate your review Scott and your opinion as a professional detailer -

[ExcellentAmp]

 

 

The Swirl Killer is well made.  It has a very nice 'feel' to it.  It is very balanced.  The vibration(s) are much less than the PC or Griot's PC type machines.  It is a 15mm long throw...this assists in 'faster' correction on a larger work area.  The power cord is very long and useful; I did not even need an extension cord to work around an average sized vehicle. 

 

Power:  Plenty!  That being said, the long throw polishers have a tendency to 'stall' on curves.  You will experience this with this machine as well...you will need to learn and adjust your technique accordingly to overcome this and keep correcting/polishing.  I found myself running it on speeds 4+ for the heavy correction portion and then lower speeds for my final polishing.

 

 

In regards to technique, does it require anymore downward pressure than maybe just the weight of the machine plus your hand to control it?

[mc2hill]

In regards to technique, does it require anymore downward pressure than maybe just the weight of the machine plus your hand to control it?

 

The long throw machines require less downward pressure than a short throw DA.  As you said, " the weight of the machine plus your hand" is about all they need.  BUT the long throw's want the pad to be as flat as possible (front-to-back, and side-to-side), so this can be a slight learning curve.

[ExcellentAmp]

The long throw machines require less downward pressure than a short throw DA.  As you said, " the weight of the machine plus your hand" is about all they need.  BUT the long throw's want the pad to be as flat as possible (front-to-back, and side-to-side), so this can be a slight learning curve.

Thanks Michael. I've spent quite a few hours with the PC so I can appreciate your recommendation. I'm looking at doing the wifey's car over Fourth of July weekend and wanted to pull the trigger on the SK. I figured I could save myself some fatigue by using the SK instead of the PC   

[Sizzle Chest]

Thanks Mike! 

 

Anthony, Mike posted exactly what I would have.  He nailed it.