Thinking about buying Flex 3401

[Souldetailer]

You are my Hero, a pink 3401 and a toy poodle. Who says you need a Rupes 21, a Pitbull and a 12' pick- up to have balls of steel. Rock on KB, Rock On!!!

Peace,

Darrin

[ryandamartini]

This past week, I used my FLEX for a couple full compounds and polishes. I like the machine but honestly, I don't enjoy using it all day. It is grabby and its use on vertical panels is not enjoyable to me.

If I could go back, I think I would've invested in the Meguiar's MT300 system of Rupes.

I have years of rotary experience and I just feel the FLEX wants to grab more than the rotary and on cars with a lot of body lines or features, it is a constant effort to keep it where you want it to go. I found in some situations, I had to have it sideways or at an odd angle to guide the tool smoothly.

I had no buffer hop, etc. Went smooth and it does do a great job but I personally am looking to go with the RUPES or MT300. I'd rather invest a little more time for less strain on my physically.

I haven't decided yet maybe Ill do some more cars with it but really I feel it redundant with a rotary to compound and the PC to just throw a finishing polish is a lot less strain on me.

Just my $.02 so far.

[DZ302]

I just bought the flex 3401 ...first DA tool. Hope I didn't screw up .....

I bought the pink one too....only a real man would by pink....but Pink is my favorite color ! He he he

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I just bought the flex 3401 ...first DA tool. Hope I didn't screw up .....

Don't trip you'll love it!

[J.Kempster]

I did it! I just got off the phone with Nick. I bought the 3401 after some discussion.


I want to thank Nick for his time and help! I have been researching, reading, reviewing, etc.


I ordered the 3401 HD model, 3 of each Hybrid Orange, White and Black, 1 Hybrid wool.


When talking with Nick he kept asking what else can we get, I tell you that AG has one heck of a sales guy here as I kept adding.


I also picked up WG Uber 3.0, 6 pack Cobra glass towels and Mike's Flex 3401 book.


I cannot wait for the shipment to come in!

[DZ302]

Don't trip you'll love it!

Thanks man....small panic attack....it's cool now. Can't wait...

[Souldetailer]

I did it! I just got off the phone with Nick. I bought the 3401 after some discussion.


I want to thank Nick for his time and help! I have been researching, reading, reviewing, etc.


I ordered the 3401 HD model, 3 of each Hybrid Orange, White and Black, 1 Hybrid wool.


When talking with Nick he kept asking what else can we get, I tell you that AG has one heck of a sales guy here as I kept adding.


I also picked up WG Uber 3.0, 6 pack Cobra glass towels and Mike's Flex 3401 book.


I cannot wait for the shipment to come in!

Please do report back after the learning curve has you in a comfort zone. Nothing beats first hand reports, especially in the hands of someone with an unbiased opinion. I've pretty much decided to purchase one and relagate my GG to a 3" for tight spots. Seems like I could get it all done with 3401/GG combination. Good luck and take care.

Peace,

Darrin

[J.Kempster]

Please do report back after the learning curve has you in a comfort zone. Nothing beats first hand reports, especially in the hands of someone with an unbiased opinion. I've pretty much decided to purchase one and relagate my GG to a 3" for tight spots. Seems like I could get it all done with 3401/GG combination. Good luck and take care.

Peace,

Darrin

Hi Darrin,

I will definitely do that. I plan to two step my Toyota Tundra with the 3401 and GG6/GG3. Even though its a large truck with mainly large panels, there are still some small panels to deal with.

Its dark blue also and had car wash scratches that need to be taken out. I didn't realize it but the dealer was washing my car each time they changed the oil for free during the first two years.

I still use it as a truck but once I am able to correct the paint, I will have no problem keeping up with maintenance washes and sealant applications.

Thanks again for posting!

[Souldetailer]

Awsome, best of luck Jeff. Don't forget us on the updates.

Peace,

Darrin

[J.Kempster]