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Old 02-09-2010, 11:01 AM   #1
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Question Flex 3403 Lightweight

I love the idea of how lightweight it is. However, could the lowest speed of 1100 ever be a problem finishing, especially soft clears?

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Old 02-09-2010, 11:16 AM   #2
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Re: Flex 3403 Lightweight

I'm curious about this too .
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Re: Flex 3403 Lightweight

No, not really. My PC 7428 goes to 1000 rpm. There isn't a large difference between the two and you'll be operating in the 1500 rpm range for basically everything anyway.

Also, may be it's because I'm a strong guy, but I still don't see what all the big fuss is about the weight of my rotary. It weighs like 8.5 lbs (I think). It's alot like the DeWalt 849. I would suggest a Makita for a nice in between though.
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Re: Flex 3403 Lightweight

No problem using the Flex L3403VRG lightweight Circular Polisher at 1100rpm for Finishing when used properly. I would recommend using a Dual Action Polisher for any Finishing work.
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Re: Flex 3403 Lightweight

I also prefer the bale handle of the Flex compared to the Makita. Of course, I can always buy the Metabo.
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I would recommend using a Dual Action Polisher for any Finishing work.
Very interesting. I thought you can get better results from a rotary for final polishing?
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Re: Flex 3403 Lightweight

You can, but it's harder to do without leaving buffer trails. asphalt has told me that even M205 can leave slight traisl and Ultrafina with a blue pad should easily take care of them.
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Re: Flex 3403 Lightweight

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No, not really. My PC 7428 goes to 1000 rpm. There isn't a large difference between the two and you'll be operating in the 1500 rpm range for basically everything anyway.

Also, may be it's because I'm a strong guy, but I still don't see what all the big fuss is about the weight of my rotary. It weighs like 8.5 lbs (I think). It's alot like the DeWalt 849. I would suggest a Makita for a nice in between though.
A PC going 1000 rpm...do you mean opm? Big difference!
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7428... not 7424.

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7428... not 7424.

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