Currently have a GG6 --> move onto Flex 3401 or Rupes?

[CC268]

So I started out with a GG6 and have both 4" and 5.5" pads for it (about every color of LC Flat pad you can buy). I kind of wish I would have bought a Flex 3401 off the bat, but it is what it is now. I know there are a ton of different threads on the Flex vs. the Rupes...many of which I have read. I have a feeling that the Flex 3401 is probably my best bet, but I figure I would get some feedback here.

I don't do this for a living, in fact I don't even detail a lot (other than personal vehicles and the occasional friends car)...but I just feel like I should buy a Flex 3401 lol. It would be really nice for the occasional boat detail as well.

[VISITOR]

if you aren't going to be using it often, then why spend $350 plus dollars when you have a capable polisher now. if feel like you'll eventually move up and do more details then get the flex (or G21 if you want a long throw DA). keep the GG6...

[WaxMaster1]

I have the GG6, actually two of them which are both set up with 5" backing plates. I also have a Rupes 15 and a Flex 3401. Personally, I would use that money for other stuff. I can accomplish any work I need done with the Griot's.

[GSKR]

I have the GG6, actually two of them which are both set up with 5" backing plates. I also have a Rupes 15 and a Flex 3401. Personally, I would use that money for other stuff. I can accomplish any work I need done with the Griot's.

Agree.

[CamaroSS27]

I love my Rupes

[dlc95]

If you're not detailing often, it sounds like you have the appropriate tool. That gg6 is more than capable enough to handle what you might throw at it.

[Cruzscarwash]

ive been where you are now, except i do this for a living my GG6 tackled any and everything i threw at it on a daily basis. yes it would stall on some curved panels and id have to change my pressure and do more passes for that area but it got the job done. i did end up get a flex 3401.. well 2 of them actually but again i use them almost daily. if i didn't id still only have a GG6

[Wknd Dtlr]

CC268 - I know exactly where you're at right now. I've been fighting the urge to buy a G21 all year long. I have a GG6 and an original version of PC and have all size of backing plates and pads. I am simply an enthusiast so I don't do much detailing any more. However, when I do the occasional correction on my wife's DD or a friend's car I always wonder how much quicker and smoother it would be with a G21. However, by the time you buy all the pads you need you're probably looking at dropping $500 or more.

Like many hobbies, it never pencils out financially but sometimes when you reach a proficiency level in detailing you WANT ( not need ) to have nice tools. This detailing OCD can really take a grip on you so I suspect you'll be debating this in your mind for quite a while. The 3401 is a fine tool so this will be a tough one.

Too bad we don't live closer so we could buy one of each tool and share them! Good luck on your decision making process!

[VISITOR]

i did end up get a flex 3401.. well 2 of them actually but again i use them almost daily.

this is ideal for someone who does this for money where time is an issue, where each one will have their own backing plate and pads...

[CC268]

Thanks guys you guys are right...it would be a waste.