![Thanks](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/dbtech/thanks/images/thanks.png) Thanks: 0
![Likes](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/dbtech/thanks/images/likes.png) Likes: 0
![Dislikes](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/dbtech/thanks/images/dislikes.png) Dislikes: 0
-
Super Member
Re: Flex 3401 or rupes bigfoot.
![Quote](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/autogeek/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by CleanGene
+1 It's amazing how fast opinions change in favor of the latest greatest flavor of the month. The flex was the gold standard just a few months ago. I'm sure the Rupes are nice and have some good qualities but the desired outcome is the same for both machines *a swirl free finish* and last time I check, my Flex was still more than capable of doing just that.
The Flex has been king of the DA's for years. Finally might get de-throned. I for one favor "New and improved".
-
Super Member
![Quote](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/autogeek/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by Rsurfer
The Flex has been king of the DA's for years. Finally might get de-throned. I for one favor "New and improved".
Hopefully that's the case.
"Tell Me What I Can't Do, and I'll Show You What I Can Do." ~Eugene
-
![Quote](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/autogeek/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by fenderpicks
The 15 is perfect for weekend detailer...
I purchased my 15 from KB...
and now that AG started to carry the Rupes kit, i want to get the 21 kit and just sell the 21... since i wanted the bag and polishes lol....
You mean sell the 15?
Pick up the 21mm with the 5" backing plate. Still have the large throw, for better correction, but using a 1" smaller pad will make it more versatile.
-
I still think that there is a place for the flex 3401. When you need a tool that is more aggressive than a da and less than a rotary this is where the 3401 still fills in that area. I still use my 3401 but I still go to my Pe14-2 most the time even over the Rupes.
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2
-
Re: Flex 3401 or rupes bigfoot.
![Quote](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/autogeek/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by FivePoint.0
You mean sell the 15?
Pick up the 21mm with the 5" backing plate. Still have the large throw, for better correction, but using a 1" smaller pad will make it more versatile.
hmmm..... i thought about getting the 21 in the first place before i bought the 15, but i dont know if putting a 5" backing plate on the 21 will make it not as smooth like it should.
So i plan on selling the 21 and keep the 15...
-
Super Member
Re: Flex 3401 or rupes bigfoot.
This debate still rages with me. Should I? Should I not? Should I? Should I not?
Really all of the complaints on here come down to the owners and how they differ in personal taste. Comparing a Rupes and a Flex is like comparing a BMW and a Mercedes. One is not better than the other, its all who is controlling it and how they like it.
I am sticking with my Flex for two reasons.
-One I do not have a hard time controlling it, right pads, priming, and polish it is super easy IMO.
-Two, you can pick up a bead on the fly...
-
Super Member
Re: Flex 3401 or rupes bigfoot.
I got the Rupes 15 but also have a Flex. I bought since my DA was getting old (already replaced brushes, housing cracked) and the vibrations always annoyed me.
I believe one aspect of using the Flex is having a good body and hand position especially on vertical surfaces. Some loved the PC/GG but I always found them vibrated too much to suit me.
It is good to have more options.
-
Both the flex and the rupes have their place in detaling. The both complement each other.
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2
-
Super Member
Re: Flex 3401 or rupes bigfoot.
![Quote](https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/images/autogeek/misc/quote_icon.png) Originally Posted by ww2717
Both the flex and the rupes have their place in detaling. The both complement each other.
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2
with both having their place in detailing, but complementing each other? I would say a rotary and a DA complement each other. Would I buy a Flex DA if I had the Rupes?
-
02-10-2013, 06:25 PM
#100
Well I have the xc3401, pe14-2, rupes lhr 21 & 15, 2 griots 6" da's , makita BO6040 and the 3" griots.
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2
Similar Threads
-
By seanosborn in forum Flex Polishers
Replies: 10
Last Post: 08-08-2015, 12:22 PM
-
By Harry Da Hamster in forum Auto Detailing 101
Replies: 66
Last Post: 06-25-2015, 12:42 PM
-
By flugufrelsarinn in forum Auto Detailing 101
Replies: 55
Last Post: 03-31-2014, 03:10 PM
-
By Gsrjake in forum Auto Detailing 101
Replies: 37
Last Post: 10-04-2013, 06:27 PM
-
By Miracle in forum Auto Detailing 101
Replies: 0
Last Post: 01-30-2013, 12:04 PM
Members who have read this thread: 1
Posting Permissions
- You may not post new threads
- You may not post replies
- You may not post attachments
- You may not edit your posts
-
Forum Rules
|
S |
M |
T |
W |
T |
F |
S |
26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
1
|
2
|
3
|
4
|
5
|
6
|
7
|
8
|
9
|
10
|
11
|
12
|
13
|
14
|
15
|
16
|
17
|
18
|
19
|
20
|
21
|
22
|
23
|
24
|
25
|
26
|
27
|
28
|
29
|
30
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
|
Bookmarks