Flex vs Rotary??

**rwisejr** · 09-29-2008, 05:21 AM

I have them all and they all have there uses. PC can always be used with cyclo brush to scrub carpets mats and interiors and get into those tight spots where Rotary or flex can't reach . Its always better to have more options. I also prefer to use the pc/udm for Wax and sealant applications.

**polishdoc** · 01-06-2009, 06:45 AM

Originally Posted by SubyDude81

Would it be worth it to get the Flex and get a rotary as well? I mean i have the PC but I want to try and open a shop and I guess having the Flex and Rotary would be worth both having so I can use the Flex most of the time and use the Rotary on older and rougher finishes.

If money is no problem i would go for both !

I am a pro detailer and i use the Rotary 95% of the time and finish off with the Flex Xc 3401 VRG !

That's why i get repeat business ! You can't go wrong with the Flex !

IMHO Mario

**Pyrocite** · 01-06-2009, 08:13 AM

Get the rotary 1st. Flex would be a nice replacement for PC as stated in previous posts would be a nice addition to your business.

**RaskyR1** · 01-06-2009, 10:51 AM

Originally Posted by Rsurfer

If you are going to do this for a living, get a rotary. The pc can be used for light polishing and waxing. IMO the perfect combo would be a flex and a rotary. Use the flex for med and light polishing and the rotary for compounding.

This is what I'm currently using now.

**RaskyR1** · 01-06-2009, 10:57 AM

Originally Posted by SubyDude81

Would it be worth it to get the Flex and get a rotary as well? I mean i have the PC but I want to try and open a shop and I guess having the Flex and Rotary would be worth both having so I can use the Flex most of the time and use the Rotary on older and rougher finishes.

It's also easier to get a swirl free finish with the FLEX. The FLEX can do far more correction than a PC/G110, but it will take more time than a rotary. If you have the cash I'd say get both. If you have to choose one, then get the rotary.

**loudog2** · 01-06-2009, 09:45 PM

Or your could just get the FLEX rotary

You can then say you got a FLEX and a rotary.

**mabcat** · 04-14-2009, 10:03 AM

Originally Posted by Rsurfer

It will also serve as a back up in case one fails.

**mabcat** · 04-14-2009, 10:06 AM

Originally Posted by ASPHALT ROCKET

I don't see the need for the flex if you are going to get a Rotary and you have a pc. The rotary just isn't for rough paint. The rotary generates more heat and therefore it breaks the polish down better which in turn will give you a better finish.

**Deep Gloss Auto Salon** · 04-14-2009, 10:22 AM

Originally Posted by ASPHALT ROCKET

I don't see the need for the flex if you are going to get a Rotary and you have a pc. The rotary just isn't for rough paint. The rotary generates more heat and therefore it breaks the polish down better which in turn will give you a better finish.

^^ Agreed.

If you have a bunch of one step customers you will need a RO machine. Why?

a) Because if you use a polish/pad combo that is agressive enough to get a good amount of correction you will have clean-up to do (trails / holo's) that will need a second step.

b) if you use a very mild pad/polish combo that will not leave trails / holo's you wont be getting much correction out of it.

So, if you can sell multi step jobs, rotary all the way, if you are getting a bunch of one step correction work, you will want a RO machine.

Why not just get a rotary and then get the dynabrade attachment that turns it into a RO machine? That is what I would do if I were you