7424x or Flex?

[bigaizsosexy]

I use the Portor Cable now. Was wondering what the difference between that and the FLEX is?

[loudog2]

Flex has a forced rotation meaning faster correction with the flex. But, some will say it doesn't matter now if you use the megs MF pads with the porter.

[BobbyG]

The Flex 3401 is:

• Forced pad rotation
• More powerful
• Much stronger machine
• More ergonomic
• Better balanced
• Flex 3401 - $340
• Porter Cable 7424 - $150

[Mike.Phillips@Autogeek]

I think I show and explain how the drive mechanisms work for all machines in the below video...

Video: How to pick the right polisher

[gatoman39]

They're both good. For the novice, I'd get the PC7424. For more serious paint correction the Flex 3401 is a superior machine. I have them both and use them for different things.

YouTube - ‪Flex XC 3401 VRG vs. Porter...

[bigaizsosexy]

Thanks all. I have been using the Portor Cable for like 3 years now. Time to upgrade to the FLEX.

[Rei86]

Very nice video gaotman, never seen products like this go head to head in a video before.

[CEE DOG]

And one of the very best differences.... LACK OF VIBRATION WITH THE FLEX!

[diablojota]

It was that video that solidified my choice of getting the Flex. I love mine. Very easy to use, even as an amateur.

[ph16]

Saving this thread for future reference to reinforce that I should trade up from PC to Flex.