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detailgod · #1 03-17-2008, 09:00 PM

now that the UDM been out for awhile and the "bugs" should be worked out as well as people have been able to get comfortable with it i was wondering which is better UDM or PC? can some please list pro's and con's of both machines?

ZoranC · #2 03-18-2008, 04:49 PM

IMHO question should be G110 vs. PC.

killrwheels@autogeek · #3 03-18-2008, 05:55 PM

I have both, and still reach for PC. Its like an old and trusted friend. Do want a Flex however !

shuskan3 · #4 03-18-2008, 07:22 PM

UDM, hands down! I have both and the PC just sits on the back of the shelf. If you are wanting to do any paint correction go for the UDM...

detailgod · #5 03-18-2008, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by shuskan3

UDM, hands down! I have both and the PC just sits on the back of the shelf. If you are wanting to do any paint correction go for the UDM...

i have a dewalt 849 for correction. i am just haveing a heck of time finishing down with it. so i figured going with a DA will be just the ticket i need to get swirl free results. maybe i am just to critical of myself. cause the body shop and customers are happy with the finish i get on fresh paint and on cars that just need to have spots buffed out. but i still see a few swirls. and it just irritates me that i know they are there.

wytstang · #6 03-18-2008, 11:16 PM

The big difference is really speed 6 (faster/stronger) and you can actually lean into the UDM and it won't bog down. I prefer the power of the UDM over the PC but I'm also a weekend warrior and not a pro. So my experience is limited with both. I may also 'trade' in my UDM for a Flex due to it's features that appeal to me.
On the flip side the PC is a work horse that you don't hear of failing much at all. You have a machine that has proven itself 10 fold. UDM has had failures but were taken care of by the manufacturer. The UDM also has a shorter cable if that matters. All I can think of.

m4gician · #7 03-21-2008, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by wytstang

The big difference is really speed 6 (faster/stronger) and you can actually lean into the UDM and it won't bog down. I prefer the power of the UDM over the PC but I'm also a weekend warrior and not a pro. So my experience is limited with both. I may also 'trade' in my UDM for a Flex due to it's features that appeal to me.
On the flip side the PC is a work horse that you don't hear of failing much at all. You have a machine that has proven itself 10 fold. UDM has had failures but were taken care of by the manufacturer. The UDM also has a shorter cable if that matters. All I can think of.

Keep the UDM for applying cleaner wax, sealants, and small jobs. Use a rotary or a flex3401 for heavier correction.

Tragu · #8 03-23-2008, 07:56 PM

I have a udm and a flex I have used a pc. Between the udm and the pc go for a udm but I will review the flex when I use it.

rwisejr · #9 03-23-2008, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Tragu

I have a udm and a flex I have used a pc. Between the udm and the pc go for a udm but I will review the flex when I use it.

Trust me you will love it when you use it. I finally put mine through its paces today and that flex is one sweet machine. I also have a pc and a Udm plus a rotary. Udm against a pc a select UDM more power.

Carbon Blue · #10 03-23-2008, 08:52 PM