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Re: Polisher help or recommendations?
Originally Posted by Kamakaz1961
Agreed with the Flex all the way. But wouldn't it be neat if the Flex came in a mini size that can handle 3" like the GG 3" and Rupes Mini? That would be very cool!! I haven't tried any Rupes so I can't comment. I set my PC7424 XP with a 2 7/8" backing plate to handle the 3" pads. Works awesome! The GG 3" IMO is now a nice paper weight!!....LOL
That would indeed be awesome - maybe they will surprise us at SEMA this year \m/
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Re: Polisher help or recommendations?
Originally Posted by Silverhorse84
No, unfortunately not, but I want to get out to a few detailer training classes out on the west coast to try out equipment while learning the trade.
For now, I am taking my time to piece everything together for my business. I don't plan to launch until like the near end of the first quarter, 2015. So, I have time to do a little research and build some bank to buy my equipment.
My biggest concerns are:
- good results, since the finished product will be my reputation
- durability for standing up to the everyday grind of detailing
- reasonable price, if possible
- I don't want to have to spend twice on the piece of equipment if I don't have to.
I appreciate the help though. Good information to know.
I use both the Flex 3401 and the LHR15 (which broke on me 2 weeks ago but I digress) the Flex does everything the Rupes can do, but it corrects a lot faster due to it's forced rotation. So if you're doing production detailing like I do the Flex will make you more $ because it saves you time.
I also just got a PE-14, man oh man I am kicking myself for not getting a rotary sooner. It's SO much faster than a DA it blew my mind.
If I had to pick just one DA that could do it all it would be 3401 all day.
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Re: Polisher help or recommendations?
Originally Posted by Mach1USMC
I also just got a PE-14, man oh man I am kicking myself for not getting a rotary sooner. It's SO much faster than a DA it blew my mind.
If I had to pick just one DA that could do it all it would be 3401 all day.
Congrats! The PE14 is one fine machine.
Agreed.
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Re: Polisher help or recommendations?
Originally Posted by Silverhorse84
For now, I am taking my time to piece everything together for my business. I don't plan to launch until like the near end of the first quarter, 2015. So, I have time to do a little research and build some bank to buy my equipment.
why are you going to wait that long?
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Re: Polisher help or recommendations?
Rupes 21 - Big Flat Panels
Flex - Curves
Rupes Mini - Tight Areas
PC - Sanding, Carpet Brushes
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Re: Polisher help or recommendations?
Originally Posted by EVOlved
If money was no object I'd go with the flex and a rupes mini. If it is I'd go GG6" with a plan to get a flex then use the GG6" with small plates for the intricate areas.
Originally Posted by Kamakaz1961
Agreed with the Flex all the way. But wouldn't it be neat if the Flex came in a mini size that can handle 3" like the GG 3" and Rupes Mini? That would be very cool!! I haven't tried any Rupes so I can't comment. I set my PC7424 XP with a 2 7/8" backing plate to handle the 3" pads. Works awesome! The GG 3" IMO is now a nice paper weight!!....LOL
Thanks for the feed back. As a new business, I am wondering if springing for the smaller 3" polisher is something I can wait on. Or, should I go ahead and get one at the same time as buying one of the larger models?
Are the smaller polishers used during the course of detailing justify the extra money spent?
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Re: Polisher help or recommendations?
Originally Posted by Mach1USMC
I use both the Flex 3401 and the LHR15 (which broke on me 2 weeks ago but I digress) the Flex does everything the Rupes can do, but it corrects a lot faster due to it's forced rotation. So if you're doing production detailing like I do the Flex will make you more $ because it saves you time.
I also just got a PE-14, man oh man I am kicking myself for not getting a rotary sooner. It's SO much faster than a DA it blew my mind.
If I had to pick just one DA that could do it all it would be 3401 all day.
I'll have to keep the Flex in mind as I want to be as productive as possible. Thanks.
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Re: Polisher help or recommendations?
You wont regret getting a flex. The other two are good machines but the flex is the way to go if you only own one. I have a dewalt 849x I use for boats, a cyclo and flex3401 and my flex is the one that gets used most of the time.
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I've said this before - the only people recommending a 3401 over a Rupes 21, are those who have not used a Rupes properly.
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Originally Posted by The Critic
I've said this before - the only people recommending a 3401 over a Rupes 21, are those who have not used a Rupes properly.
I haven't used one at all but I'm probably going to toss it on the Christmas list.
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