When watching "high end" detailing videos....

[rlmccarty2000]

Rupes now has a plant here in the USA.

[Mike@DedicatedPerfection]

Flex- Germany I believe?

Correct. I have toured the FLEX manufacturing facility and witnessed them being assembled first hand.

Smack tours Flex-tools GmbH Germany!

[haris300]

I use multiple machines when I work. Sometimes it just helps to have forced rotation when working on certain panels. I just cut through a ton of serious defects with the 3401 and foamed wool on this 328.



Corrected just as well as my MKII Rupes with MF pads which I have done countless corrections with as well. If you have experience with either machine and have a solid product and pad combo, my guess says you'll be happy.

Never noticed any difference in finishing quality versus my long throw machines either. Here my buddy Steve is using his MKII and I'm using my 3401 to finish down another 328. As usual, no noticeable difference at all under various types of inspection lights and sunshine.







Also, the 3401 is great for AIO jobs. Forced rotation really helps you power through the job. The 4 inch backing plate they sell is great for switching between 4 inch pads and 5 inch Hybrids on the fly (I like the control when using smaller pads). This is what I achieved using the previously mentioned pads with HD Speed in just 4.5 hours of polishing. Pretty solid results for a budget friendly correction service.







I'm very comfortable using the Rupes, Griot's, and Flex DAs. I'm also big on using the Flex rotaries. I pick the machines I'm going to use based on the tasks they're best suited for. Everybody has their preferences. I know polishers aren't cheap, but I think it's great to add a 3401 to your arsenal if you correct paint professionally. It's a very handy tool to have.