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glen e
12-31-2011, 09:41 AM
I have done a search and came up short. I have been using my 3403 for two days straight and needless to say am impressed. I have tried it with both bail and then the handle and can't decide which I like more. When doing vertical panels (boat) I'm inclined toward the handle.

Question: Are there specif situations you find the polisher works better with bail or handle?

thanks!
A4 1.8tqm
12-31-2011, 09:50 AM
Here's what I did, I can have both the bail handle and stick handle at the same time on my 3401 or my L3403.

sanded down the sides of the plastic so it's skinnier-
http://i550.photobucket.com/albums/ii437/dave22234/photo-1.jpg

http://i550.photobucket.com/albums/ii437/dave22234/photo-2.jpg

Now it will fit into the hole meant for the Allen head screw that holds on the bail handle-
http://i550.photobucket.com/albums/ii437/dave22234/photo-3.jpg

http://i550.photobucket.com/albums/ii437/dave22234/photo-4.jpg

Fit's nice and tight. Done in 5 min-
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glen e
12-31-2011, 10:02 AM
excellent - firing up the dremel right now - thanks
eboose7
12-31-2011, 10:16 AM
I find that I can control my 3401 better with the bail.
glen e
12-31-2011, 10:25 AM
done.... that took all of 3 min - so now I can try both....I certainly find I can apply more pressure with the bail - necessary for gel coat vs paint...
BobbyG
12-31-2011, 11:18 AM
Depending on the machine I use them all...



None - Flex 3401 & Porter Cable 7424
Bail - Makita 9227
Side Handle - Flex PE14

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s225/BobbyG53/Detailing/Collection_RD17.jpg

Generally speaking I want my dual action polishers flat on the surface hence hand pressure axial to the pad.

My rotaries I like the ability to tilt the pad to suit the situation. I find this more comfortable and efficient using a handle.
ss 07C70
12-31-2011, 01:24 PM
Depending on the machine I use them all...



None - Flex 3401 & Porter Cable 7424
Bail - Makita 9227
Side Handle - Flex PE14

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s225/BobbyG53/Detailing/Collection_RD17.jpg

Generally speaking I want my dual action polishers flat on the surface hence hand pressure axial to the pad.

My rotaries I like the ability to tilt the pad to suit the situation. I find this more comfortable and efficient using a handle.

Nice assortment of polishers (and all so clean)!
Doesn't the Flex 3401 have the Bail on in the picture?